TikTok: News
TikTok is an extremely popular video-sharing social networking service headquartered in China. Owned by a Beijing-based internet technology company named ByteDance, the app was founded in 2016 with a mission “to inspire creativity and bring joy.” In 2018, it merged with Shanghai-based social media service, musical.ly, and became available globally. Apart from Beijing, TikTok has offices in Los Angeles, New York, London, Paris, Berlin, Dubai, Mumbai, Singapore, Jakarta, Seoul, and Tokyo. TikTok allows one to make music and lip-sync videos lasting some 3 to 15 seconds, and short looping videos of 3 to 60 seconds. The platform is regularly in the news for new features, some of which are new and some of which are imitations of features already implemented by other mainstream social media platforms. In early August of 2021, TikTok confirmed that it is testing a new Stories feature with a small subset of users. The feature is reminiscent of Instagram’s Stories feature which has been around for far longer.
17 Jul 2024
EuropeEU court rejects TikTok's efforts to bypass DMA rules
The EU's General Court has ruled that ByteDance, the parent company of TikTok, must adhere to the bloc's new law known as the Digital Markets Act (DMA).
09 Jul 2024
FashionGen Z and millennials are divided over sock preferences
A recent internet debate has revealed a generational divide in fashion, specifically sock choices.
09 Jul 2024
Celebrity'Sorry boys': Ye's ex-girlfriend Julia Fox comes out as lesbian
Julia Fox, the host of OMG Fashun and actor in Uncut Gems, publicly identified as a lesbian on Monday.
08 Jul 2024
InstagramThis 19-year-old influencer makes money rating Instagram aesthetics
Evan Smith, a 19-year-old social media influencer, has transformed his passion for Instagram aesthetics into a profitable business.
26 Jun 2024
FranceKaty Perry turns heads with surprise song lyrics on dress!
Pop sensation Katy Perry has creatively previewed her forthcoming single Woman's World by printing the song's lyrics on a 500-foot train of her dress!
24 Jun 2024
MakeupDouble glossing: Rihanna's viral beauty trend sweeps TikTok
Pop star Rihanna and her beauty brand, Fenty Beauty, have introduced a new makeup technique known as double glossing.
22 Jun 2024
Artificial Intelligence and Machine LearningTikTok's ad tool allows AI actors to recite unmoderated content
TikTok inadvertently posted a link to an internal version of its new AI digital avatar tool, Symphony Digital Avatars, allowing users to produce videos that can say virtually anything.
21 Jun 2024
Joe BidenTikTok challenges US ban in court, calls it 'unconstitutional'
TikTok and its parent company, ByteDance, have filed an appeal in a US court to overturn a law threatening to ban the app in the United States from January 19.
20 Jun 2024
InstagramInstagram accused of recommending sexual content to 13-year olds
Instagram has been accused of recommending sexual content to users as young as 13.
19 Jun 2024
Ariana Grande'It's intentional': Ariana Grande shuts down critics over 'faking' speech
Pop sensation Ariana Grande recently addressed online speculation about a noticeable change in her voice during an appearance on Penn Badgley's Podcrushed podcast.
19 Jun 2024
AndroidTikTok introduces new photo-sharing app 'Whee' to rival Instagram
TikTok has unveiled a new photo-sharing app named 'Whee,' as reported by Android Police and APKMirror founder Artem Russakovskii.
17 Jun 2024
Artificial Intelligence and Machine LearningTikTok launches AI avatars and dubbing tool to revolutionize ads
TikTok, the widely-used social media platform, has unveiled its latest features: AI-generated avatars and an "AI Dubbing" tool.
12 Jun 2024
AmazonTikTok challenges Google with new image search feature
TikTok, the Chinese social media giant, is testing a new feature that allows users to search for similar products by uploading or taking a photo within the TikTok Shop.
11 Jun 2024
Netflix'Dancing for Devil' subject Miranda Derrick claims 'life in danger'
Miranda Derrick, the central figure in Netflix's docuseries Dancing for the Devil: The 7M TikTok Cult, has recently voiced concerns about her safety following the documentary's release.
07 Jun 2024
ChinaHow China's ByteDance accessed NVIDIA's AI chips despite US sanctions
ByteDance is using a loophole in US regulations to train AI models on American soil with NVIDIA's advanced AI chips.
05 Jun 2024
Lady GagaLady Gaga 'not pregnant,' uses Taylor Swift reference to clarify
Pop star Lady Gaga has put to rest rumors of her being pregnant.
05 Jun 2024
ChinaParis Hilton among several high-profile TikTok accounts targeted in cyber-attack
In a recent cyber attack, several TikTok accounts, including those belonging to high-profile celebrities like Paris Hilton and CNN, were targeted.
05 Jun 2024
MalwareTikTok suffers cyberattack: Hackers target high-profile accounts via DMs
TikTok has acknowledged a "potential exploit" that is being used to target high-profile accounts, including those of media organizations and celebrities.
04 Jun 2024
Adam MosseriMeta's Threads rolls out swipe customization for user feeds
Threads, the social media platform by Meta, has unveiled a swipe customization feature for user feeds.
03 Jun 2024
Donald Trump'It's an honor': Former President Donald Trump embraces TikTok
Former US President Donald Trump has joined TikTok, the very platform he once sought to ban.
31 May 2024
TechnologyTikTok denies developing US-specific algorithm
TikTok is refuting claims that it is developing a unique recommendation algorithm specifically for its US users.
30 May 2024
BusinessShark Tank's Kevin O'Leary launches crowdfunding campaign to acquire TikTok
Kevin O'Leary, a star of the reality TV show Shark Tank has expressed interest in acquiring popular social media app TikTok.
27 May 2024
K-Popaespa's 'Armageddon' album surpasses 1M pre-orders
SM Entertainment announced on Monday that the highly anticipated first full-length album Armageddon by popular K-pop group aespa has surpassed 1M stock pre-orders.
20 May 2024
Evan SpiegelSnapchat focuses on AI with $1.5 billion yearly investment
Snap Inc.'s CEO, Evan Spiegel, has revealed plans to significantly increase investment in artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning for Snapchat.
18 May 2024
CanadaCanadian intelligence chief warns against use of TikTok
David Vigneault, the Director of the Canadian Security Intelligence Service, has cautioned Canadians against using the popular social media app TikTok.
15 May 2024
HBO'House of the Dragon' stars discuss viral 'Negroni Sbagliato' meme
In 2022, all social media could talk about was House of the Dragon stars Olivia Cooke and Emma D'Arcy's "Negroni Spagliato with prosecco in it" video.
14 May 2024
ChatGPTTikTok tests ChatGPT-powered search results
TikTok is currently experimenting with a more comprehensive search results page, incorporating generative artificial intelligence (AI).
13 May 2024
iPhone'iPhone finger': Is prolonged smartphone usage altering pinky finger's shape?
Smartphone users have recently reported visible changes in their pinky fingers, a phenomenon now referred to as 'iPhone finger.'
10 May 2024
Artificial Intelligence and Machine LearningTikTok labels uploads made with external AI tools
TikTok has announced plans to automatically label content generated by artificial intelligence (AI) from other platforms.
08 May 2024
ChinaTikTok sues US government over law mandating sale or ban
TikTok has filed a lawsuit against the US government, challenging a recent legislation that could force its parent company, ByteDance, to sell the app or face a potential ban in the US.
06 May 2024
Kylie JennerMet Gala: Italian model 'fired' for stealing Kylie Jenner's spotlight
Italian model Eugenio Casnighi has claimed that he was dismissed from his role at the 2024 Met Gala due to overshadowing reality TV star Kylie Jenner at last year's event.
01 May 2024
AndroidTwitch launches TikTok-inspired discovery feed for users: How it works
Twitch, the well-known live-streaming platform, has officially introduced a TikTok-inspired discovery feed for all its users.
01 May 2024
AppleTikTok allegedly bypassing Apple App Store fees: Here's how
TikTok, the video-sharing platform owned by ByteDance, is offering a unique method to select users, for purchasing coins used for tipping content creators.
30 Apr 2024
MetaThreads users can now earn money but there's a catch
Meta has launched an exclusive bonus program for creators on its social media app, Threads.
28 Apr 2024
United States of AmericaIndia's action on TikTok could influence US litigation: FCC chief
India's action against TikTok might influence US courts, as ByteDance is expected to challenge the US move to ban its video-streaming service.
28 Apr 2024
IraqIraqi TikTok star Om Fahad shot dead outside Baghdad home
Ghufran Mahdi Sawadi, better known as Om Fahad, a celebrated TikTok personality from Iraq, was brutally murdered outside her home in the Zoyouna district of eastern Baghdad on Saturday.
26 Apr 2024
US GovernmentSnap shares surge as restructured digital advertising strategy pays off
Snap Inc.'s restructured digital advertising strategy is yielding positive results as evidenced by the company's latest forecasts.
26 Apr 2024
United States of AmericaByteDance prefers TikTok shutdown rather than selling to US firms
ByteDance, the Beijing-based parent company of TikTok, has publicly announced its decision not to sell or divest from its US operations.
24 Apr 2024
US SenateUS Senate passes bill forcing ByteDance to sell TikTok
The US Senate has passed a bill that could force ByteDance, the China-based parent company of TikTok, to relinquish its ownership of the popular social media platform.
24 Apr 2024
US SenateUS Senate passes bill requiring ByteDance to sell TikTok: Report
The US Senate has passed a bill requiring ByteDance—the parent company of TikTok—to sell the popular social media platform or risk being removed from app stores.
23 Apr 2024
EuropeEU launches probe into TikTok Lite over potential DSA violations
The European Union (EU) has initiated a new investigation into TikTok Lite, a simplified version of the popular social media app.
22 Apr 2024
United KingdomTikTok Shop expands with pre-owned luxury fashion in the UK
TikTok's e-commerce division, called TikTok Shop, is expanding its reach by launching a secondhand luxury fashion category in the UK.
22 Apr 2024
Social MediaInfluencer Eva Evans, creator of 'Club Rat,' dies at 29
Eva Evans, a renowned social media influencer and the creative force behind the comedy series Club Rat has tragically died at the age of 29.
22 Apr 2024
Artificial Intelligence and Machine LearningTikTok's upcoming AI-driven feature can clone your voice
TikTok is developing an innovative artificial intelligence (AI) feature that will convert text to speech, according to TheSpAndroid.
21 Apr 2024
United States of AmericaUS moves forward with revised bill to ban TikTok
The US House of Representatives has advanced a revised bill, that could potentially lead to the ban or mandatory sale of popular social media platform, TikTok.
18 Apr 2024
United States of AmericaTikTok to penalize creators who repeatedly share 'problematic' content
In a move to create a safer environment for its users, especially teenagers, TikTok is increasing penalties for creators who disseminate "problematic" content.
18 Apr 2024
TechnologyTwitch to introduce TikTok-inspired discovery feed within its mobile app
Live-streaming video service Twitch is set to launch a new discovery feed, inspired by popular social media platform TikTok.
13 Apr 2024
Morgan FreemanCoachella 2024: Peso Pluma confronts claims of propagating drug culture
Peso Pluma—the emerging pop sensation from Guadalajara, Mexico—has been making headlines since his debut with Ah y Qué? in 2020.
12 Apr 2024
SpotifySpotify working on remix facility to rival TikTok's fast-paced tracks
Spotify, the music streaming giant, is reportedly developing a remix feature inspired by the trend of fast-paced tracks on TikTok.
12 Apr 2024
Artificial Intelligence and Machine LearningTikTok eyes AI-powered virtual influencers for brand campaigns
TikTok, the popular short video platform known for empowering creators, is reportedly exploring a new advertising avenue driven by artificial intelligence.
12 Apr 2024
Taylor SwiftTaylor Swift's music returns to TikTok after licensing dispute
After a 10-week hiatus due to a licensing disagreement, the music of pop sensation Taylor Swift has made a triumphant return to the popular social media platform TikTok.
10 Apr 2024
Lifestyle'Oatzempic' trend on TikTok: Is this weight loss hack healthy
Amidst Hollywood's obsession with the weight loss drug Ozempic, TikTok users have devised a seemingly natural alternative known as "oatzempic."
09 Apr 2024
InstagramTikTok to challenge Instagram with its photo-sharing app TikTok Notes
TikTok is set to take on Instagram's dominance in the photo-sharing app market with its new platform, TikTok Notes.
08 Apr 2024
United States of AmericaUber Eats introduces TikTok-inspired video feed for food discovery
Uber Eats is introducing a short-form video feed, similar to the popular social media platform TikTok, with the aim of enhancing food discovery.
08 Apr 2024
AndroidSpotify now lets you build AI playlists with text prompts
Spotify, the globally recognized music streaming platform, has announced a new feature that uses artificial intelligence (AI) to generate personalized playlists.
05 Apr 2024
LifestyleCrookie: The latest pastry sensation sweeping across TikTok
The "crookie," a delightful fusion of a croissant and a cookie, was created in 2022 by Paris-based renowned pastry chef Stephane Louvard.
03 Apr 2024
Harley QuinnLady Gaga's audio preview unveiled from 'Joker: Folie à Deux'
Pop icon Lady Gaga is set to star alongside Joaquin Phoenix in the upcoming sequel, Joker: Folie à Deux.
02 Apr 2024
EuropeTikTok counters content criticism with STEM feed launch in Europe
TikTok, the popular social media app, has announced plans to extend its dedicated Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) feed to Europe.
31 Mar 2024
InstagramInstagram's 'Blend' feature recommends Reels for you and your bestie
Instagram is currently developing a new feature called "Blend," aimed at creating a private feed of recommended Reels for users and their friends.
28 Mar 2024
LinkedInLinkedIn tests TikTok-inspired short video feed on its app
LinkedIn, Microsoft's professional networking platform, is experimenting with a new feature that mirrors the short-form video feed of TikTok.
26 Mar 2024
United States of AmericaTikTok forms 'youth council' to tackle safety issues on platform
TikTok has officially formed a 'youth council' consisting of 15 teenagers from a diverse range of countries such as the United States, UK, Brazil, Ireland, Indonesia, Kenya, Mexico, and Morocco.
23 Mar 2024
United States of AmericaUS legislators continue to advocate for TikTok's sale or ban
US legislators recently pushed for the sale or ban of the widely-used social media app, TikTok, citing national security risks.
19 Mar 2024
TechnologyTikTok will reward creators who produce search-friendly content
TikTok is rolling out a fresh monetization scheme, called Creator Rewards, aimed at encouraging creators to produce content with high search relevance.
14 Mar 2024
TechnologyUS House passes bill forcing sale of TikTok or ban
In a significant move, the US House of Representatives has passed a bill that could disrupt TikTok's operations in the United States.
12 Mar 2024
MakeupExploring Gen Z's fascination with broccoli freckles
On TikTok and Instagram, makeup enthusiasts are glorifying a unique method for achieving flawless faux freckles using an unexpected tool: broccoli florets.
09 Mar 2024
United Kingdom11-year-old dies while attempting TikTok trend 'chroming': What is it?
In a heartbreaking incident, an 11-year-old boy named Tommie-Lee Gracie Billington passed away in the United Kingdom (UK) while attempting a dangerous TikTok challenge at a friend's house.
29 Feb 2024
Music IndustryCat Janice (31), creator of TikTok sensation, succumbs to cancer
Cat Janice, an American singer-songwriter who gained fame on TikTok earlier this year with her sensational song Dance You Outta My Head, passed away on Wednesday after a turbulent battle with sarcoma cancer.
20 Feb 2024
Weight lossCan TikTok's viral ice hack help you lose fat
In the ever-evolving landscape of weight loss trends, a recent sensation has emerged on social media platforms like TikTok — the "ice hack diet."
16 Feb 2024
YouTubeYouTube now lets users crop, remix music videos for Shorts
YouTube has introduced a Remix feature for its mobile app, allowing users to transform music videos into Shorts.
