Observed Signal · Nov 15, 2024 · Technical Release · Source: OnlineMarketing.de · Impact: 4/5 · Sentiment: Positive
Bluesky & Threads Boom: Stephen King Joins, 1M Daily Users
The article reports rapid growth on Bluesky and Threads, with Bluesky announcing a milestone of one million new sign-ups in a single day and continuing growth to surpass 16 million total users. Meanwhile, Threads is growing steadily, with the platform approaching 300 million monthly users and over 15 million new users in November. High-profile activity includes Stephen King leaving X to create a presence on Threads (and Bluesky), highlighting perceived declines in X’s relevance. Bluesky has recently added features like video integration, direct messages, and website embeds, while Threads is expanding features and plans to introduce ads in 2025. Bluesky reportedly has no ads planned for now. The piece also notes ongoing cross-platform dynamics and comparisons among X, Threads, Bluesky, and other Meta platforms.
Policy Update: Threads to introduce ads in 2025; major platform advertising policy shifts discussed
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Key Takeaways & Evidence Grounding
- Bluesky added 1,000,000 new users in just one day.
- Bluesky’s user base has grown to over 16 million total users.
- Stephen King left X and created an account on Threads (also present on Bluesky).
- Threads reached 275 million monthly users by Q3, with over 15 million new users in November.
- Threads ads are planned to start in 2025; Bluesky has no ads planned at the time of reporting.
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Bluesky: Super Bowl spike and drafts rollout
Bluesky, an open social network, continues to grow but remains smaller than rivals. In 2025 Bluesky’s user base rose from 25 million to 42 million, while Threads reportedly surpasses 400 million monthly active users. Growth is aided by high-profile accounts and events, including media outlets and figures such as Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, Stephen King, and the New York Times, plus major events like the Super Bowl with Bad Bunny, which boosted Bluesky activity by about 70% during the game. The platform also rolled out version v1.116, introducing a Drafts feature in the Post Composer to create and save posts for later. A welcome-screen refresh accompanied the release, featuring artwork by @odpomery.bsky.social with light and dark theme variants.
Copenhagen VC PSV Tech closes Fund II at €56 million
Copenhagen-based venture capital firm PSV Tech has announced the final close of its second fund, PSV Tech Fund II, at €56 million. The fund is dedicated to backing early-stage tech startups across the Nordics, often as a first institutional investor. The close builds on the success of Fund I, which made 47 investments, including portfolio companies Teton and Spektr that later raised €17 million Series A rounds. New investors in Fund II include Chr. Augustinus Fabrikker and Nordea-fonden, joining existing LPs such as ATP, EIFO, IDA, and prominent founders. PSV Tech has already made 19 investments from Fund II, with 11 in 2026 across Denmark, Sweden, and Norway. The firm is led by four General Partners and focuses on supporting Nordic founders before they achieve product-market fit.
Grok Bot Searches X, Integrates Rival AI Models
SpaceXAI has enhanced its AI agent Grok Bot with the ability to continuously search and analyze the entire X platform. Users can now deploy the agent for 24/7 social listening, brand monitoring, and trend analysis, similar to Google's Information Agents. Grok Bot will also integrate other AI models from competitors, such as Claude Opus 5.5, Midjourney, and Suno, depending on the task. This move signals a shift towards multi-model AI agents and expands the capabilities of AI-driven social media analytics.
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