Friday, August 29, 2025

Is There A Coordinated Effort on Meta’s Threads To Discredit Apple Amid Privacy Shift?

The social media platform Threads, owned by Meta Platforms (NASDAQ: META), has witnessed a surge in posts seemingly aimed at discrediting tech giant Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL), raising speculation about a potential coordinated effort within the platform. The discussions primarily revolve around Apple’s recent privacy policy shift and its implications for app developers.

One post on Threads highlighted the challenges faced by app developers, particularly those in music, news, and fitness sectors, who heavily rely on iOS for their success. The post expressed frustration with Apple’s promotion of its own services within the settings, potentially affecting third-party app developers’ visibility.

Observers are questioning whether this wave of discontent is a calculated campaign against Apple.

A user on Threads pointedly questioned the authenticity of the seemingly unified discontent, stating, “Is this a coordinated campaign? With all the respect I have by default for you as a human being, you are all behaving like maga, Russian or Chinese troll farms.”

The user urged the community to channel their energy into positive endeavors, emphasizing Meta’s deserving reputation for groundbreaking technologies.

However, not everyone on Threads believes in the existence of a coordinated effort. Some argue that while Apple may engage in questionable practices regarding consumer lock-in and cross-promotion, Meta employees might be acting independently in their criticism of Apple, often failing to disclose their employment with Meta.

Amidst these discussions, Apple continues to reinforce its commitment to privacy. The company recently announced further regulations regarding the use of privacy manifests, a key component of the iOS privacy features introduced in June 2023. Developers are now required to adhere to these regulations, with Apple set to close any potential loopholes in popular iOS SDKs to enhance user privacy.

Apple’s ongoing focus on privacy dates back to the introduction of App Tracking Transparency on iOS 14.5, causing concerns among developers about increased restrictions. The company now aims to tighten the privacy clampdown by addressing potential loopholes in widely-used SDKs.

Developers have been given until “Spring 2024” to comply with the new regulations, emphasizing the urgency for them to update their apps and privacy manifest files. Failure to do so may result in expulsion from the Apple App Store, marking a continuation of Apple’s unwavering commitment to user privacy.

In related developments, it has been unveiled that Apple is quietly amassing significant revenue through its burgeoning digital advertising ventures. The revelations shed light on not only Apple’s present advertising strength but also its potential for further growth.


Information for this story was found via Pocket Gamer and the sources mentioned. The author has no securities or affiliations related to the organizations discussed. Not a recommendation to buy or sell. Always do additional research and consult a professional before purchasing a security. The author holds no licenses.

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