{
  "id": 10920692,
  "title": "Black Twitter Is Thriving—on Threads",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/30/black-twitter-is-thriving-on-threads",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-09-30T10:30:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Wired",
    "slug": "wired",
    "url": "https://www.wired.com/story/threads-is-black-twitters-unlikely-spiritual-successor/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Black Twitter is still thriving, now on Threads. The platform has become an essential hub for Black social media, rivaling the influence once held by Black Twitter itself. In 2021, when journalist explored Black Twitter's cultural richness, they noted it as a place for news, analysis, and community—like a comedy showcase, therapy session, and family cookout. Five years later, Threads has emerged as a successor to Black Twitter, allowing users to discuss a wide range of topics without any limits. From ageism double standards faced by Black women to off-the-cuff commentary on TV shows like Lanterns, Threads caters to diverse conversations. Cultural critic Jamilah Lemieux, who once used Twitter extensively, has migrated to Threads due to its more welcoming atmosphere. She prefers the text-based platform, cherishing the ability to reach people through her writing. Many cultural figures, such as Roxane Gay, Brittany Packnett Cunningham, and Nikole Hannah-Jones, have also migrated to Threads, creating tailored communities for Black Twitter enthusiasts. However, Bluesky, another alternative to X, hasn't attracted the same level of engagement from Black users. While it offers improved safety mechanisms and decentralized format, it's still lagging behind Threads in terms of visibility and community growth.",
  "summary": "From outrage over Nolan Wells’ death to analysis of HBO Max’s Lanterns, Threads has transformed into a vital artery of the Black social media ecosystem.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}