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Threads usage drops as Meta blocks VPN access in EU

Threads usage drops as Meta blocks VPN access in EU [Updated]

https://arstechnica.com/tech-policy/2023/07/meta-blocking-vpn-access-to-threads-in-eu/

Move comes as Meta tries to avoid violating privacy laws.

Threads usage drops as Meta blocks VPN access in EU [Updated]

Threads usage drops as Meta blocks VPN access in EU::Move comes as Meta tries to avoid violating privacy laws.

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larlyssa

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It’s because the barrier to entry was lower. Mastodon requires learning about and understanding instances and the fediverse, finding one with good performance and the vibe you want and creating a new account. For threads, you just install the app and log in with your preexisting instagram account. Even users who weren’t interested in the long term would check it out briefly, because the hype is high and it’s easy.