Instagram, LinkedIn and Threads engagement declined in 2025
<p>Facebook, Pinterest and TikTok rates increased slightly, while X post engagement grew significantly, according to a report from Buffer.</p><p> </p>
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<p>The app recently launched a small-scale trial that displays promotional calls-to-action beneath user posts mentioning product names.</p>
X adds Grok-powered audio option to long-form articles
<p>Users will now have the option to activate an in-stream listening button, which will prompt the xAI chatbot to read content to them while they scroll.</p>
X introduces Exclusive Threads and Other Subscriber Features
<p>The update will allow creators to paywall certain posts as the app looks to enhance its overall subscription benefit options.</p>
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