TikTok Employees Shrug Off the US Election
Donald Trump says he’ll spare TikTok. Kamala Harris will likely support the ban. But inside the company, few are talking about the US election. Key Points
WIREDThe Race to Buy TikTok Is On—but There Might Not Be a Winner
Investors are interested in buying TikTok so that it can avoid a US ban. But even if ByteDance accepts, a takeover will be far from simple. Key Points
WIREDTikTok sues US government over potential ban, argues federal law violates constitution
The companies filed their lawsuit in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit, arguing that the law violates the U.S. Constitution Key Points
Hindustan TimesTikTok Shop’s Era of Super Subsidies Is Ending
The app’s shopping features won over sellers and shoppers by offering deals that can seem too good to be true. Now TikTok is raising sellers fees, which may translate into higher prices. Key Points
WIREDA TikTok Whistleblower Got DC’s Attention. Do His Claims Add Up?
Zen Goziker worked at TikTok for only six months. Many of his allegations about the company and the US government are improbable. But he still may have shaped how the app is viewed in Washington. Key Points
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TikTok Shop’s Era of Super Subsidies Is Ending
The app’s shopping features won over sellers and shoppers by offering deals that can seem too good to be true. Now TikTok is raising sellers fees, which may translate into higher prices. Key Points
WIREDUS TikTok creators warn of economic impact
TikTok, which launched in 2016, has skyrocketed in popularity, growing faster than Instagram, YouTube or Facebook. The push to remove the app from Chinese authority follows concerns from lawmakers, law enforcement and intelligence officials about the insecurity of user data, potential suppression of content unfavorable to the Chinese government and the possibility that the platform could boost pro-Beijing propaganda, all of which TikTok denies. Key Points
Economic TimesTikTok Ban in US: House passes bill with majority, Senate vote next, TikTok contests move & more | Top 10 Updates
The move comes as US lawmakers restarted talks about banning Chinese social media apps in the country. These apps, including TikTok, boasts millions of American users, and are being viewed as national security risks due to potential Chinese influence. Key Points
mintHouse Set to Vote on TikTok Ban as Lobbyists Turn Attention to Senate
Lawmakers have expressed worries that the company’s parent, Bytedance, would give U.S. users’ data to Beijing. Key Points
mintUS House Republicans forge ahead with TikTok bill despite Trump
By David Morgan WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Republicans in the U.S. House of Representatives vowed on Tuesday to forge ahead with a vote to ban the popular TikTok social media app, despite the concerns of Key Points
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Donald Trump warns of TikTok national security threat but says some kids could 'go crazy' without it
TikTok told Congress in a letter seen by Reuters it is 'not owned or controlled by the Chinese government' and argued if the company was sold another buyer would not continue TikTok's $1.5 billion effort to protect U.S. data. Key Points
mintTrump calls TikTok a threat but says some kids could 'go crazy' without it
By David Shepardson WASHINGTON (Reuters) -U.S. presidential candidate Donald Trump said on Monday that TikTok was a national security threat but also said that a ban on the popular app would hurt some Key Points
ThePrintTikTok Faces U.S. Ban in New Draft Bill
TikTok, the short-video platform owned by Chinese internet company ByteDance, is facing renewed political pressure in the U.S. from a draft bill that could lead to a ban of its popular video-sharing app. Key Points
mintTikTok video: How to edit, save, and delete TikTok drafts?
TikTok is a popular short-form video platform where users can share, and watch content that has become viral. Filming, saving, and editing TikTok drafts are very simple processes. Here's everything to know more about how drafts can be created, edited, saved, deleted on TikTok. Key Points
Economic TimesYear ender 2023: Most interesting TikTok trends that made users shout wow
TikTok trends have made our lives way more enjoyable in 2023. From the Roman Empire to Wes Anderson and more. Here are the best TikTok trends for 2023. Key Points
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TikTok to invest $1.5 billion in Indonesia shop pact with GoTo
ByteDance Ltd.’s TikTok agreed to invest $1.5 billion in a joint venture with Indonesia’s GoTo Group, part of a pact that lets the Chinese company restart its shopping app in its biggest online-retail market. Key Points
mintTikTok and Meta challenge Europe’s new rules that crack down on digital giants
The Digital Markets Act aims at giving users more choices and threatening big penalties if they don’t comply. TikTok and Facebook owner Meta are filing legal challenges against new European Union rules designed to counter the dominance of digital giants and make online competition fairer by giving consumers more choice. Key Points
The Tribune IndiaTikTok obtaining Indonesia e-commerce permit - state media
Short video app TikTok is in the process of obtaining an e-commerce permit from Indonesia's government, state news agency Antara reported, citing the deputy trade minister. Key Points
ReutersTikTok video deleted? You can recover content. Details here
TikTok allows its users to re-upload a video even after deleting the content. However, TikTok users need to ensure they turn on a particular setting. Key Points
Economic TimesTikTok and Meta challenge Europe’s new rules that crack down on digital giants
The Digital Markets Act aims at giving users more choices and threatening big penalties if they don’t comply. TikTok and Facebook owner Meta are filing legal challenges against new European Union rules designed to counter the dominance of digital giants and make online competition fairer by giving consumers more choice. Key Points
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TikTok joins Meta in appealing against EU gatekeeper status
TikTok on Thursday joined Meta (META.O) in appealing against the "gatekeeper" status under the Digital Markets Act (DMA), an EU law that brings in tougher rules for tech companies and makes it easier for users to move between competing services. Key Points
ReutersMore TikTok users turning to the app for news, Pew study shows
The percentage of TikTok users who regularly access news via the app rose to 43% in 2023 from 22% a year earlier, according to a new study from the Pew Research Center, which found half of U.S. adults get at least some news from social media. Key Points
ReutersNepal government bans TikTok due to negative effects on social harmony
The decision to ban TikTok will be implemented through the Ministry of Communication and IT. The Nepal government on Monday decided to ban the Chinese-owned social network platform Tiktok, citing its negative effects on social harmony. Key Points
The Tribune IndiaTikTok faces heat over 'acoustic'. Know the meaning
TikTok has faced criticisms over usage of a term on its platform. The term has a different meaning and it has stirred controversy. Key Points
Economic TimesTikTok Collection Delete: Step-by-step guide
TikTok users often look to delete the collections on short video streaming app. There are a few easy steps following which one can delete TikTok collections. Key Points
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Viral TikTok trend: What is ‘The Portugal Girl Aesthetic’ and how to create it?
This trend celebrates the art of harmoniously pairing contrasting patterns, opening doors to countless creative possibilities, especially in color and layering. It encourages individuals to embrace personal expression, try daring combinations, and genuinely enjoy the dressing-up process. Key Points
Economic TimesAmazon confronts a new rival: TikTok
In the emerging business of ‘social shopping,’ TikTok dominates the social and is spending big to improve the selling. Amazon dominates selling, and is working on the social. Key Points
mintYou need to follow these therapists on TikTok
Discover the best therapists you should follow on TikTok today. Psychologists use TikTok to increase awareness of mental health issues and advise followers. Key Points
InsiderMotors expert warns drivers over TikTok button hack that could cost a fortune
A motors expert has issued an urgent warning for drivers over a TikTok button hack that could lead to them spending a fortune on their car. Read more about this below. | World News Key Points
Hindustan TimesUS senators examine TikTok hiring of ByteDance executives
Two U.S. senators said they were investigating short video sharing app TikTok's reported decision recently to hire several high-level executives from its Chinese parent company, ByteDance. Key Points
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TikTok videos promoting steroid break social media with millions of views
A recent report by the Center for Countering Digital Hate (CCDH) highlights TikTok's role in promoting bodybuilding drugs, including steroids, through popular videos on the platform. Influencers on TikTok are endorsing these substances and downplaying the associated health risks. Key Points
Economic TimesTikTok Shop Has a Snail Slime Problem
TikTok Shop, which launched in the US last week, is littered with impossibly cheap—and fake—products. Snail slime is just the beginning. Key Points
WIREDNew York City bans TikTok on government-owned devices over security concerns
TikTok, which is used by more than 150 million Americans and is owned by Chinese tech giant ByteDance, has faced growing calls from U.S. lawmakers for a nationwide ban over concerns about possible Chinese government influence Key Points
Business TodayExclusive: TikTok in talks to gain Indonesian payments licence
TikTok told Reuters it is in early-stage talks with regulators to obtain a payments licence in Indonesia, a move that would further its e-commerce ambitions in a major market at a time when it is under intensifying scrutiny in the U.S. and elsewhere. Key Points
ReutersA Leaked Memo Shows TikTok Knows It Has a Labor Problem
Internal TikTok documents reveal that the company is preparing for scrutiny of its supply chain. This comes after a Kenyan judge cleared the way for moderators to sue Meta. Key Points
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TikTok videos: How to recover deleted videos? Here’s everything you should know
TikTok provides users with the opportunity to create and share short videos, enhanced with a wide range of special effects and filters. While TikTok videos have a maximum duration of 10 minutes, the most widely favoured videos tend to be concise, often spanning less than 15 seconds. Key Points
Economic TimesTikTok asks US judge to block Montana ban before Jan. 1 effective date
TikTok Inc on Wednesday asked a U.S. judge to block enforcement of a Montana state ban on use of the Chinese-owned app before it takes effect on Jan. 1. Key Points
ReutersWhat is ‘Grimace Shake’ trend on TikTok? All you may want to know
Once again, TikTok has witnessed a new trend. It is called the Grimace Shake trend, where users are creating videos consuming McDonalds new purple drink and pretending to be dead after that. Key Points
Economic Times16-year-old girl dies in France after viral TikTok 'scarf game' goes wrong
The 'scarf game' on TikTok required one to fasten cloth around one's neck to prevent the flow of oxygen to the brain, i.e. to asphyxiate until passing out. Key Points
India TodayUnlock your TikTok potential: How to become a TikTok influencer at any age
TikTok isn't just for the young. Anyone can become an influencer! Share your passion, connect with others, and earn income with these tips. Key Points
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TikTok files lawsuit to overturn Montana’s 1st-in-nation ban on video sharing app
Montana’s new law prohibits downloads of TikTok in the state. Now, TikTok has filed a lawsuit seeking to overturn Montana’s first-in-nation ban on video sharing app. The law is an unconstitutional violation of free speech rights, TikTok has said. Key Points
India TodayTikTok files lawsuit to overturn Montana's 1st-in-nation ban on the video sharing app
Social media company TikTok Inc. filed a lawsuit on May 22 seeking to overturn Montana’s first-in-the-nation ban on the video-sharing app, arguing the law is an unconstitutional violation of free speech rights and is based on “unfounded speculation” that the Chinese government could access users’ data. Key Points
The HinduHere's how to download TikTok videos; A complete step-by-step guide
TikTok videos are fun to watch but sometimes you find a video that you desperately want to save. Yes, for those moments, we bring you a complete step-by-step guide. Key Points
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