TikTok

TikTok is a short-form video platform with over a billion active users worldwide. Its algorithm delivers personalized content, and it has become a significant influence in culture and commerce. Concerns exist regarding its ownership by Chinese tech giant ByteDance and potential national security risks, leading to bans or restrictions in some countries. The app’s data handling practices have also drawn scrutiny.

The image shows the TikTok logo on a black background. The logo consists of a stylized musical note in a combination of cyan, pink, and white colors, creating a 3D effect. Below the musical note, the word "TikTok" is written in bold, white letters with a slight shadow effect. The design is simple yet visually striking, representing the popular social media platform known for short-form videos.

TikTok’s American reset is now official

The app stayed the same, but everything behind it changed.

Smartphone with the TikTok social network logo on the screen in a clenched hand on the background of TikTok logos.

TikTok’s U.S. sale is official and the app is staying

TikTok finalizes U.S. sale to keep the app alive in…

The image shows a close-up of a smartphone being held by a hand. The phone's screen displays four social media apps on a blue background: Facebook, Facebook Messenger, WhatsApp, and Instagram. Icons are clearly visible with their distinctive logos and colors - Facebook's blue "f", Messenger's blue and white chat bubble, WhatsApp's green chat bubble with phone icon, and Instagram's colorful camera logo. The status bar shows the time as 16:18, a Bluetooth icon, battery indicator, and mobile network information showing "EE" with Wi-Fi signal. A finger appears to be pointing at or about to tap on one of the apps.

Australia’s social media ban for under-16s begins nationwide

A nationwide ban on under-16 social media use has taken…

Side-by-side mobile screenshots showing TikTok's new "Manage topics" settings on a stylized pink background. The left screen features a slider for "AI-generated content" adjusted to the "See less" setting, while the right screen displays a pop-up explanation clarifying that the category includes posts created or edited with AI.

TikTok tests a new setting that lets you filter AI content from your feed

TikTok introduces a slider to manage AI videos in your…

A collage of five screenshots from the TikTok mobile app, showing the creator's view of the 'bulletin board' feature. The screens illustrate different content types a creator can post, including a welcome message, a poll, a "Share music" interface, a menu to select "Your posts," and the final view of the board with follower emoji reactions.

TikTok’s ‘bulletin board’ is here for creators with 50K followers

TikTok's 'bulletin board' lets creators send one-way messages.

A promotional graphic for the TikTok Awards, featuring an iridescent, glass-like trophy in the shape of the TikTok logo on a dark, spotlighted stage. The text on the right reads: "TikTok Awards, Presented by: e.l.f., New Era, New Icons., LIVE December 18," along with the TikTok and tubi logos.

TikTok announces its first-ever US awards show in Los Angeles

TikTok is crowning "New Era, New Icons" at its first…

TikTok Smart Split AI

TikTok’s new Smart Split AI turns long videos into short clips

TikTok is challenging competitors with a 90% revenue share for…

The image shows a large TikTok logo statue at VidCon 2022 held at the Anaheim Convention Center. The statue is designed with a checkered pattern in red, black, and teal colors. People are gathered around the statue, some taking photos and others walking by. There are booths and event staff visible in the background, indicating a busy and lively convention atmosphere.

Trump’s long-promised TikTok takeover could be official by end of week

After months of negotiations, Trump’s TikTok agreement with China could…

The image shows a close-up of a smartphone being held by a hand. The phone's screen displays four social media apps on a blue background: Facebook, Facebook Messenger, WhatsApp, and Instagram. Icons are clearly visible with their distinctive logos and colors - Facebook's blue "f", Messenger's blue and white chat bubble, WhatsApp's green chat bubble with phone icon, and Instagram's colorful camera logo. The status bar shows the time as 16:18, a Bluetooth icon, battery indicator, and mobile network information showing "EE" with Wi-Fi signal. A finger appears to be pointing at or about to tap on one of the apps.

New York City blames social media for creating a generation of anxious teens

New York City has filed a 327-page lawsuit accusing Facebook,…

A close-up image of a iPhone X screen showing social media app icons on a colorful background. The TikTok app icon is prominently displayed next to the Instagram icon. The phone is resting on what appears to be a purple woven mat or textile with bamboo or wooden strips. In the upper right corner of the phone screen, status icons for Wi-Fi and battery charging are visible.

US could cash in big if TikTok’s American buyout plan goes through

The TikTok takeover could involve Oracle and Silver Lake paying…

The TikTok app sign seen on a screen of an Android phone.

Is the TikTok deal between the US and China finally happening or not

Despite Trump claiming TikTok approval from Xi Jinping, negotiations continue…

The image shows a large TikTok logo statue at VidCon 2022 held at the Anaheim Convention Center. The statue is designed with a checkered pattern in red, black, and teal colors. People are gathered around the statue, some taking photos and others walking by. There are booths and event staff visible in the background, indicating a busy and lively convention atmosphere.

TikTok could soon switch to US-controlled ownership under new framework

They might finally have a deal — but don’t pop…