Threads more popular than X on iPhone; Grok CSAM controversy intensifies

Published: 6 hours ago (January 19, 2026 at 07:16 AM EST)

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Source: 9to5Mac

Threads surpasses X on iPhone and Android

A new market intelligence report indicates that Threads is now more popular than X on both iPhone and Android devices. Despite this mobile shift, X maintains a strong overall lead when web usage is considered.

Grok CSAM controversy intensifies

The controversy surrounding Grok has escalated, with growing concerns that the model is generating non‑consensual explicit images, including content that qualifies as CSAM.

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