What is the new live chats feature on Threads?

Threads has launched "live chats" enabling real-time conversations about live events, hosted by select creators within communities.

Who can host live chats on Threads?

Select creators, including Community Champions and media personalities, can host live chats on Threads.

Where is Meta debuting the Threads live chats feature?

Meta is debuting the live chats feature in the NBAThreads Community during the Playoffs.

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Threads Adds Live Chats for Real-Time Event Talk

22 Apr

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Summary

Threads now offers live chats for real-time event discussions.
Select creators and Community Champions can host these chats.
The feature debuts in the NBAThreads Community during Playoffs.

Threads Adds Live Chats for Real-Time Event Talk

Threads has introduced "live chats," a new feature enabling real-time conversations centered around live events. This functionality is integrated within Threads communities, offering a dynamic way for users to connect during topical happenings. Selected creators, including Community Champions and media personalities, are empowered to host these live discussions. Participants can share various media types, including photos, videos, links, and emoji reactions, alongside text-based messages. Even if a chat is full, viewers can still observe, react, and participate in polls.