Threads Now Has 100 Million Daily Users!

A weekly newsletter about all things social media by Nuelink

Hey there, and welcome to this week’s Nuesletter! Here’s a roundup of the latest social media news you need to know:

?? Bluesky Rolls Out Mentions Tab & More: Bluesky’s latest v1.96 update introduces a separate Mentions Tab for notifications, making it easier to track who’s talking about you. Plus, they’ve added protections against username squatting. Your Bluesky username is now reserved if you switch to a custom domain.?

?? Threads Hits a Milestone with 100M Daily Users: Meta’s microblogging platform, Threads, now boasts 100 million daily users and 300 million monthly active users, thanks to a surge of users from its rival, X. Mark Zuckerberg confirmed this impressive growth, solidifying Threads as a top contender in the microblogging space.

?? Threads’ New “Use Media” Feature: Threads is spicing up resharing. Users can now click “Use Media” to repost photos or videos from others while adding their own text. The original creator still gets credit, but this feature makes sharing content more flexible and engaging.

?? TikTok Ban Heads to the Supreme Court: TikTok’s future in the U.S. hangs in the balance. The Supreme Court will hear arguments on January 10 about whether a law requiring TikTok’s sale or ban violates the First Amendment. The decision could reshape the platform’s presence in the U.S.

??? YouTube Tests Voice Notes for Comments: YouTube is piloting a feature for voice replies to comments. For now, it’s exclusive to select U.S. creators using iOS. They can tap the new soundwave icon while replying to a comment, record their voice, and post it as a reply. A game-changer for engaging with fans.

What update has you most excited? Let us know below!

Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more updates. And continue reading for your weekly trends and memes update.?

Read Our Blog Posts for This Week ??

• How to Find Content Ideas for Your Social Media Marketing.
• A Simple Guide on How to Schedule LinkedIn Posts In 2025.

Create Content ??

Holidays ??

Dec 23

• Christmas Movie Marathon Day.
• Roots Day.

Dec 24

• Christmas Eve.
• Last-Minute Shopper's Day.

Dec 25

• Christmas Day.
• Jesus' Birthday.

Dec 26

• Boxing Day.
• Day of Goodwill.

Dec 27

• International Day of Epidemic Preparedness.
• Visit the Zoo Day.

Dec 28

• Download Day.
• Short Film Day.

Dec 29

• International Cello Day.
• Still Need To Do Day.

Trends ??

• The “What an Odd Thing to Say” Trend: This trend is used to highlights outdated or shallow takes by showcasing a comment or response that feels off-base.?

https://www.tiktok.com/@bronte_cam/video/7449268421222550802?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc&web_id=7432274814868964870

• ?The “Little Does He Know About Larry” Trend: Create a video lip-syncing to this sound and add a text overlay to reveal something even more shocking or problematic than what’s already considered bad.

https://www.tiktok.com/@emilyjadebispo/video/7447314951187828011?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc&web_id=7432274814868964870

• The “I Was Then Shot 57 Times” Trend: Create a video using this sound, pairing it with a text overlay that narrates a moment when your optimism or high hopes were quickly crushed or met with disappointment.

https://www.tiktok.com/@beetlekitten/video/7445482627500412203?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc&web_id=7432274814868964870

• ?The “Cause I’m Too Messy” Trend: This sound is the go-to track of the week. Perfect for any type of content.

https://www.tiktok.com/@shopisalis/video/7448844141112462634?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc&web_id=7432274814868964870

Memes ??

• The “Crying Baby” Meme: ?This is the latest viral meme taking over social media. It features a baby dramatically pointing at something just out of reach, perfectly capturing those "want but can't have" moments we all relate to. Ideal for adding a humorous twist to your content.

https://www.tiktok.com/@ats_brugge/video/7445576871116311830

Read about Social Media News ??

TikTok ????

• TikTok Offers Education Tools to Assist Sellers.
• TikTok asks Supreme Court to temporarily block government ban.

Instagram ??

• You can now schedule a DM on Instagram.
• Instagram’s head says social media needs more context because of AI.
• Instagram Implements Screenshot Blocking for View-Once Media.
• Instagram will let you recap 2024 with a collage for your story.
• Instagram Previews Coming AI Video Elements.

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• X Touts Record High Usage in 2024.
• X Rolls Out Updates to its Grok AI Chatbot.
• X's declining user base: Elon Musk's platform projected to lose millions of users in 2025.

Google ??

• Google Search might soon let you attach, ask anything about a file.

YouTube ??

• YouTube is testing creator voice replies.
• YouTube says that soon, its tech will be able to find AI copies of celebs and creators.
• YouTube is letting creators opt in to allowing third-party AI training.
• YouTube Shares its Top Ad Campaigns of 2024.

Facebook ??

• Meta Fined $263 Million in Europe Over User Data Breach.
• Meta Launches Updated Affiliate Link Displays in Posts and Comments.

LinkedIn ????

• LinkedIn Leans Into the ‘Agentic Era’ of AI Connection.
• LinkedIn Adds New Elements to Campaign Manager to Improve Ad Performance.
• LinkedIn Tests New, Larger Video Display In-Stream.

Snapchat ??

• Snapchat introduces a unified monetization program for creators.

Bluesky ????

• Bluesky now has a mentions tab in your notifications area.

Threads ??

• Threads Surveys User Opinions on Political Content Restrictions.
• Mark Zuckerberg says Threads has more than 100 million daily active users.
• Threads will let you reshare pictures without the original post.

Hot SaaS Tools on the Market ????

• Nuelink: Plans, automates, schedules, cross-posts, and manages your social media platforms and content for you.
• Cleanshot X: Offers features like scrolling screenshots, annotations, and cloud storage, ideal for creating quick tutorials or capturing content.
• Mailmodo: Lets you embed forms, surveys, and calendars directly into emails for higher engagement.
• Happyscribe: Offers multilingual support and advanced editing for audio and video projects.

Our Two Cents on Social Media Marketing ??♂?

• Pay attention to questions, comments, and feedback from your audience across emails, DMs, or reviews. Each query can inspire a post, tutorial, or FAQ.
• Tie your content to upcoming holidays, events, or trending topics within your industry. Check hashtags and trending searches for inspiration to keep your content timely and relevant.
• Analyze what’s performing well on competitors’ accounts or within your niche. Identify patterns in format, tone, or subject matter, then add your unique twist.
• As usual, use Nuelink to keep your social media marketing plan running without investing much time and resources with its automation and scheduling features.

I hope you enjoyed this week's Nuesletter by Nuelink. Stay tuned for the latest news, tips, and more!

See you next week!