—Search: Twitter’s real-time search capabilities have been well-documented (so much so, that even Google has stepped up its real-time search features); Thau said the startup will monetize its search traffic “in some way”—though he didn’t elaborate.

—Carriers: Much of Twitter’s traffic comes from mobile: both through data plans and via SMS. Thau said getting some sort of a cut of the carriers’ data business wouldn’t be a huge source of revenue—but definitely a portion. Twitter’s also working on handset deals that would “integrate the service” into certain devices right out of the box. 

—Content: MTV is sharing ad revs from an upcoming show with Twitter, so will we see an influx of similar content deals? (Note: MTV has since noted that rev-share talks between the two companies were not finalized, and that Twitter will not be getting a cut of the ad sales for the foreseeable future) Thau said yes—which is partly why they hired a new exec to focus on the media/entertainment business. “The media industry is looking for ways to stay fresh and interactive; you’re already seeing CNN and ABC (NYSE: DIS) Nightline using it, and we think more media companies will start using Twitter as a utility.”