TikTok’s new Avatars look a lot like Memojis
TikTok has announced a new avatar effect that you can customize so that it "reflects your personal look and style.".....»»
Exclusive: TikTok is turning into gaming’s discovery engine
It's no secret that TikTok is driving culture, but the platform is quietly revolutionizing how gamers discover new titles and creators. It's no secret that TikTok is driving culture, but the platform is quietly revolutionizing how gamers discover.....»»
The viral new "Drake" and "Weeknd" song is not what it seems
One of the buzziest songs recently circulating on TikTok and climbing the Spotify charts featured the familiar voices of best-selling artists Drake and the Weeknd. But there's a twist: Drake and The Weeknd appear to have had nothing to do with it......»»
How beauty filters like TikTok"s "bold glamor" affect tweens using social media
TikTok's new "bold glamor" filter "enhances" physical features in a way that makes it difficult to distinguish whether someone is using a filter or not, despite its airbrushing qualities......»»
Instagram announces new features to make Reels more attractive to creators
Instagram has been aggressively trying to compete with TikTok when it comes to short videos. Now the social network has announced multiple new features for its Reels platform in an attempt to make it more attractive to creators. more… The post In.....»»
First US state votes to ban TikTok with $10,000 fine per violation
TikTok has been battling the possibility of a ban in the United States for years. Now, lawmakers in Montana voted to approve a “first-of-its-kind” bill that would ban the popular social media app across the state. more… The post First US stat.....»»
Montana lawmakers vote to completely ban TikTok in the state
Montana became the first US state on Friday to pass legislation banning TikTok on all personal devices, sending a bill to Gov. Greg Gianforte prohibiting TikTok from operating within state lines and barring app stores from offering TikTok for downloa.....»»
Ready to ditch TikTok? Here’s how to delete your account
As countries are banning it, many TikTok users are looking to shut down their accounts. Here's how to delete and deactivate your TikTok account......»»
How AI is already letting people speak to the dead
Undertakers and tech-savvy users in China are using AI tools to create realistic avatars of people who have passed away......»»
TikTok old age filter: how to make your own aging video
There's a new TikTok trend that shows people what they'll look like when they get old. Here's how to use the filter and make a post......»»
The city without TikTok offers a window to America"s potential future
Across the United States, more than 150 million people are being faced with the possibility of a new reality: life without TikTok......»»
TikTok ban bill is so broad it could apply to nearly any type of tech product
RESTRICT Act could be read as criminalizing some VPN use, EFF says. Enlarge / TikTok ad at a Metro station in Washington, DC on March 30, 2023. (credit: Getty Images | Bloomberg) Banning TikTok has been a hot topic in Co.....»»
Is TikTok getting banned? Here’s every country that’s blocked the app
TikTok has been banned across the globe, and many fear that the U.S. will be banning it too. Here's what you need to know about every country banning the app......»»
Could TikTok ban bill criminalize VPN use? The EFF says it’s not impossible
EFF: Bill "can be read as criminalizing common practices like using a VPN." Enlarge / TikTok ad at a Metro station in Washington, DC on March 30, 2023. (credit: Getty Images | Bloomberg) Banning TikTok has been a hot top.....»»
Apple still a top spender on TikTok ads, despite growing controversy
Apple remains one of the top-spending companies when it comes to TikTok ads, despite growing controversy about whether the app is a threat to US national security. A separate report today reveals that the Chinese government engaged in an organized s.....»»
Despite growing security concerns about TikTok, Apple remains among top ad spenders
Despite growing concerns that TikTok could be banned in the US, and increasing pressure by US regulators, companies — including Apple — are doubling down and increasing their reach and ad spends on the platform.TikTok on a smartphoneTikTok saw an.....»»
As infotainment systems integrate Zoom and TikTok, the question remains: Why?
Third-party app stores will bring TikTok and Zoom to cars. Are the risks worth the rewards? Safety advocates are questioning the logic behind these integrations......»»
TikTok banned, fined, and members of Congress under pressure not to use it
With Australia the latest country to act, we’ve now seen TikTok banned from government devices in the US, Canada, the UK, France, Belgium, the European Commission, Australia, and New Zealand … more… The post TikTok banned, fined, and members.....»»
Australia bans TikTok on federal government devices
Australia has joined other Western countries in banning the use of TikTok on government devices as the Chinese-owned video app comes under increasing pressure over claims it presents a security concern......»»
TikTok fined £12.7m for misusing children"s data
The data regulator finds TikTok "did not do enough" to check the ages of who was using their platform......»»
What Americans think of a TikTok ban
Half of Americans support a US government ban on TikTok, while 22% oppose the idea and more than a quarter are unsure, according to a Pew Research Center survey released Friday......»»