The team behind Instagram, part of the Meta family, is reportedly preparing a new text-based app that mirrors Twitter’s model and aims for a June launch. Bloomberg cites unnamed sources for the information, noting that progress on the project is ongoing and that the app is in the testing phase with developers actively involved.
According to the report, the upcoming app will operate independently from Instagram itself. However, users will be able to link their existing accounts from Instagram to the new service, enabling a smooth transition and cross-posting opportunities for creators, brands, and everyday users alike.
Separately, Elon Musk indicated plans to broaden Twitter’s workforce in the future. He has suggested that the company should hire more employees to support growth and innovation and did not rule out rehiring some staff who were previously laid off, signaling a potential shift in staffing strategy as the platform expands its product offerings and services.
Earlier remarks from Musk referenced the appointment of a new chief executive for Twitter. The role is slated to be filled by Linda Yaccarino, the NBCUniversal executive who has been associated with the leadership transition. While Musk would continue to oversee product development, software, and systems operations, Yaccarino is expected to lead day-to-day business operations and strategic direction, partnering with the engineering and product teams to shape the platform’s evolution.