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Meta’s Twitter Rival, Instagram Threads, Launches July 6

If you’ve been considering ditching Twitter, the new competitor might be just what you’ve been waiting for.

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2 years ago

July 4, 2023

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Meta’s hotly anticipated Twitter competitor, Instagram Threads, is expected to launch on July 6th, after tech sleuths noticed an Apple App Store listing for the new app, as well as an Android equivalent on Google’s Play Store.

As well as the new apps, Meta has now added a launch date ticker to their Instagram app, which can be activated by typing “threads” into the search box (plus several related keywords), causing a ticker icon to appear in the search bar, along with a link to what is expected to be the platform’s homepage The countdown ticker confirms the July 6th launch date, ending at 10 AM ET.

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The App Store and Google Play Store descriptions of the new Instagram Threads app show screenshots of how users can log in using their Instagram handles and views of an interface similar to Mastodon, Bluesky, and of course, Twitter. Like those platforms, Threads will allow users to follow and connect with their favorite creators and other users who love the same things or share similar opinions.

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Last month, Meta explained that Instagram Threads would integrate with the decentralized social media protocol ActivityPub, with one of the executives noting, somewhat controversially: “We’ve been hearing from creators and public figures who are interested in having a platform that is sanely run,” which sparked a humorous exchange that led to a potential cage match fight between Mark Zuckerberg and Elon Musk.

In response to the news of the launch of Instagram Threads, Elon Musk issued a handful of tweets concerning the amount of user data that Meta’s apps would collect. However, it should be noted that Instagram’s existing app already has access to the same dataset.

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Skyloov Shakes Up UAE Real Estate Sector With Record Growth

Launched in October 2024, the property portal is already recording an impressive 2.7 million monthly visitors.

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4 days ago

January 27, 2025

Nour Nasir

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Skyloov, the UAE’s newest real estate platform, has gained huge traction since launching in October 2024. Focused on “innovation, transparency, and user empowerment,” the startup has quickly positioned itself as a major player in the region’s competitive property market.

In just a few months, Skyloov has recorded an impressive 2.7 million monthly visitors — an indicator of how well it’s resonating with UAE buyers, renters, and investors. The portal already boasts 110,000 property listings spanning all seven emirates, 1,000 licensed brokers, and over 70,000 daily property searches.

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“Skyloov is not just another property portal; it’s a game-changer in how real estate is discovered and sold,” said Dr. Abdulaziz Albwardi, Chairman of the Board at Skyloov. “Our achievements in such a short time reflect our commitment to offering a transparent and innovative platform that meets the evolving needs of property seekers and brokers alike. We are here to challenge the status quo and empower our users to succeed in a competitive market”.

What sets Skyloov apart is its cutting-edge technology and user-centric design. Features like AI-powered property matchmaking and voice-activated search within its mobile app make finding the perfect property simple and intuitive. The platform’s integration with the Dubai Land Department (DLD) also ensures every listing is verified, offering users peace of mind in their search. Meanwhile, brokers benefit from an array of listing and management tools, supported by real-time analytics that the company claims deliver high-quality leads and tangible results.

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Skyloov’s rapid success makes it one of the fastest-growing platforms in the UAE’s real estate market, and the company is already laying the groundwork to become the leading property portal in the entire MENA region. By continuing to prioritize innovation, transparency, and user empowerment, Skyloov is not just competing — it’s setting new benchmarks for the industry.