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Threads available via web: Connect anywhere, anytime!
Mumbai: Threads is a new social media platform and mobile app from Instagram and its parent company Meta. It’s a microblogging platform, which means you can publish bite-sized posts called “threads” that can feature things like photos, text, or links. The platform also lets you comment on and like others’ threads.
Threads is now available via the web, enabling users to connect anywhere, anytime. This platform was previously available exclusively through mobile applications, and has taken a significant leap forward by extending its reach to web browsers. This expansion empowers users with the flexibility to access and engage with Threads’ features seamlessly from any internet-enabled device, further enhancing the user experience and breaking barriers related to device compatibility.
One can access Threads on the web by opening up a web browser on their PC and going to the Threads’ website.
If one has a Threads account set up already, then all they have to do is log in with the username and password of the Instagram account that is linked to the Threads account. Threads accounts can only be made from an existing Instagram account, hence the need for an IG username and password to log in is a must.
With Threads now accessible via the web, users no longer face constraints linked to specific operating systems or device types. Whether on a laptop, desktop, or tablet, this web-based version ensures a uniform and feature-rich experience, allowing users to stay connected with their social circles regardless of the device they are using. The shift to a web-based interface also means users can seamlessly transition from mobile to desktop environments without compromising functionality or ease of use.
Some experts have given their opinion on how it can be beneficial to the users!
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Tech content creator Dhananjay Bhosale
Having access to a web platform is always a plus point. I work on my laptop throughout the day so being able to access the website on my laptop is always welcome! Plus Meta recently introduced audio features and now even edits are also possible so this is very beneficial as we can not only correct our typos quickly but also type long posts easily with the voice feature. Meta should have launched threads with these features, but it’s better late than never. These features are free for all users so that every user can avail of them, whereas other platforms charge for the same set of features.
Storyteller and content creator Ruchika Lohiya
Threads is constantly evolving to enhance user experience and provide valuable tools for its users and creators. The web feature has made it easier to communicate in a fast way, as it is accessible via app and website. It is an impactful way to communicate with people with less content but big words! Connecting with one’s circle has become much easier. The user experience will be seamless not only for creators but for everyone. As a user, I am enjoying the web experience and at the same time exploring the web interface to use it at its best.
As the digital realm continues to expand, innovations like Threads pave the way for a more interconnected and accessible future.
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Bill Ackman’s Pershing Square makes $64 billion bid to acquire Universal Music Group
Ackman pitches NYSE relisting plan as UMG board weighs unsolicited offer
The hedge fund has proposed a business combination that values UMG at €30.40 per share, representing a hefty 78 per cent premium to its current trading price. The offer includes €9.4 billion in cash alongside stock in a newly formed entity, with shareholders set to receive €5.05 per share in cash and 0.77 shares in the new company for each UMG share they hold.
Under the proposal, UMG would merge with Pershing Square SPARC Holdings Ltd and re-emerge as a Nevada-based entity listed on the New York Stock Exchange. The move is designed to boost investor visibility and potentially secure inclusion in major indices such as the S&P 500.
Pershing Square Capital Management ceo Bill Ackman argued that while UMG’s operational performance remains strong, its market valuation has lagged due to external factors. “UMG’s stock price has languished due to a combination of issues that are unrelated to the performance of its music business,” Ackman said, pointing to concerns ranging from shareholder overhang to delayed US listing plans.
Ackman also flagged what he sees as untapped potential in UMG’s balance sheet and a lack of clear capital allocation strategy. He added that the market has not fully recognised the value of UMG’s €2.7 billion stake in Spotify, alongside gaps in investor communication.
The proposed transaction would also result in the cancellation of around 17 per cent of UMG’s outstanding shares, while maintaining its investment-grade balance sheet. Pershing Square has said it will fully backstop the equity financing, with debt commitments secured at signing. The deal is targeted for completion by the end of the year.
UMG, however, has struck a measured tone. The company confirmed that its board has received the non-binding proposal and will review it with advisers. It reiterated confidence in its current strategy and leadership under Lucian Grainge, signalling no immediate shift in stance.
The proposal comes at a time when global music companies are navigating evolving investor expectations, streaming economics and capital allocation pressures. For Pershing Square, the bet is clear: sharpen the financial story, relist in the US, and let the music play louder in the markets.
Whether UMG’s board is ready to change the tune remains to be seen, but the spotlight on its valuation just got a lot brighter.
