Instagram's Threads App Faces Backlash Over Temporary COVID Term Block
Portfolio Pulse from Anusuya Lahiri
Instagram's Threads app, owned by Meta Platforms Inc (NASDAQ:META), temporarily blocked users from searching health-related terms, including those associated with COVID-19. The block is part of Threads' efforts to foster a positive culture and prevent misinformation. The company plans to lift the block in the coming weeks or months. This decision has faced criticism for limiting access to vital information.
October 18, 2023 | 12:57 pm
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Meta Platforms Inc's decision to temporarily block health-related search terms on Instagram's Threads app has faced backlash, potentially affecting the company's reputation.
The decision to block health-related search terms on Threads app has been criticized for limiting access to vital information. This could potentially harm Meta's reputation and user trust, which may negatively impact the company's stock in the short term.
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