TikTok: News
What is the '365 buttons' meme taking over TikTok?
A mysterious comment by a TikTok user named Tamara has sparked a viral meme on the platform.
FIFA World Cup 2026 matches to be streamed on TikTok
FIFA has announced a partnership with TikTok to broadcast some parts of the upcoming World Cup 2026 matches.
FBI foils 'ISIS-inspired' teen's New Year's Eve attack in US
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) announced on Friday that it thwarted a potential terrorist attack planned for New Year's Eve in North Carolina.
ByteDance to spend $14B on NVIDIA AI chips in 2026
ByteDance, the parent company of TikTok, is planning to invest around 100 billion yuan ($14 billion) in artificial intelligence (AI) chips from NVIDIA in 2026.
Zoe Saldana calls Neytiri 'racist': 'Avatar' fans are confused
Zoe Saldana, who plays Neytiri in the Avatar films, recently called her character "racist" in an interview with CinemaBlend.
You can now buy digital gift cards on TikTok
TikTok Shop has launched a new feature allowing users to buy digital gift cards.
How Instagram's algorithm is different from TikTok and YouTube
Instagram's head Adam Mosseri has revealed how the platform's algorithm works and how it differs from those of TikTok and YouTube.
ByteDance hikes pay, bonuses to retain talent amid AI race
In a bid to retain and attract global talent, ByteDance has announced an increase in salaries and enhanced incentives for its employees.
Who's Keith Lee? TikTok star wins Creator of the Year
Social media sensation Keith Lee has been named the Creator of the Year at the inaugural US TikTok Awards.
TikTok strikes deal to hand US operations to American investors
TikTok has struck a deal to hand over a major chunk of its US operations to a group of American investors.
ChatGPT crosses $3B in global mobile consumer spending
ChatGPT, the AI-powered chatbot from OpenAI, has crossed a major milestone of $3 billion in global consumer spending on mobile.
'5201314': Why were Indians googling this number in 2025?
Google's Year in Search report for India in 2025 has revealed some surprising trends.
Why kids can't buy latest Pokemon cards anymore
The once-innocent world of Pokemon cards has transformed into a speculative market, making it nearly impossible for kids to get their hands on the latest releases.
Australia's social media ban for under-16s comes into effect
Australia has become the first country to impose a social media ban on children under 16.
TikTok now lets you organize content with your friends
TikTok has launched a new feature called "Shared Collections," allowing users to share and organize content with their friends and family.
Google's Doppl AI app lets you try out, buy clothes
Google has announced the launch of a shoppable discovery feed in Doppl, its experimental artificial intelligence (AI) fashion app.
TikTok parent launches AI voice assistant for Chinese phones
Chinese tech giant ByteDance has launched an artificial intelligence (AI) voice control tool, which will first be integrated into a smartphone from ZTE Corp.
Gemini can now tell if an image is AI-generated
Google has added a new feature to the Gemini app that helps users identify AI-generated content.
TikTok now gives you badges to limit your mindless scrolling
TikTok is introducing new features to promote digital well-being among its users.
Taiwan releases handbook on prepping for natural disasters, Chinese invasion
Taiwan's Defense Ministry will begin distributing a survival handbook to its 23 million residents this week.
TikTok now lets you regulate AI content on your feed
TikTok is testing a new feature that will let users control the amount of artificial intelligence (AI)-generated content they see in their feeds.
Florida: 21-year-old TikTok star shot dead by boyfriend
Maurice Harrison, a popular TikTok star known as the "wig influencer," was shot and killed by her longtime boyfriend in Florida last week.
TikTok's latest feature takes on broadcast channels by Instagram
TikTok has launched a new feature called "Bulletin Board," allowing brands and creators to share public messages with their followers.
Japan: As bear attacks surge, AI videos spark more fear
Japan is witnessing a spate of bear attacks, with 13 fatalities reported this year alone.
TikTok to host first-ever US awards show on this date
TikTok has announced its first-ever awards show in the United States. The event, simply named the "TikTok Awards," will be held on December 18 at 9pm ET.
China approves TikTok transfer deal after Trump-Xi meeting
China has approved the transfer agreement for popular short video app TikTok, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent confirmed on Thursday.
Meta, TikTok to comply with Australia's under-16 social media ban
Tech giants Meta and TikTok have agreed to comply with Australia's new law banning social media platforms from allowing users under the age of 16.
Trump, Xi to sign TikTok US deal on Thursday
The US and China have finalized a deal to transfer the American version of TikTok to new owners.
You can now watch previously viewed Reels on Instagram
Instagram has introduced a new feature called "Watch History," allowing users to revisit previously viewed Reels.
Instagram considers bringing reels to your TV
Instagram is considering the development of a dedicated TV app, as part of its larger strategy to expand into video content.
Facebook now shows you Reels based on your preferences
Meta has announced a major update to its Facebook algorithm, aimed at giving users more control over the Reels they see.
OpenAI enhances developer tools with GPT-5 Pro and Sora models
OpenAI has announced a series of new API updates at its Dev Day event. The highlights include the launch of GPT-5 Pro, the company's latest language model, and Sora 2, an advanced video generation model.
TikTok pushed explicit content to child accounts despite safety settings
A recent report from Global Witness, a human rights campaign group, has revealed that TikTok's algorithm is recommending pornographic and highly sexualized content to child accounts.
OpenAI's TikTok-like app for AI-generated videos is coming soon
OpenAI is gearing up to launch a dedicated app for its video generation AI model, Sora 2.
Trump's TikTok US deal finalized: Here's who owns what
President Donald Trump has confirmed that a deal to sell TikTok's US operations is complete, with approval from China's President Xi Jinping.
Trump approves $14B deal to keep TikTok alive in US
President Donald Trump has signed an executive order approving the sale of TikTok's US operations to a group of American investors.
Meta launches Vibes as a TikTok-style feed of AI videos
Meta has launched a new feature called "Vibes," a dedicated feed within the Meta AI app and on meta.ai.
Why China is cracking down on online content promoting 'pessimism'
China's internet regulators have launched a new campaign against "pessimism" on social media, live-streaming, and short-video platforms.
World ending today? People are quitting jobs, selling off belongings
Many in South Africa have allegedly quit their jobs and sold off their belongings, like cars, after a pastor prophesied that the world will end on September 23.
Oracle to control TikTok's algorithm in US under Trump-approved deal
Oracle has been chosen as the lead company in a deal approved by President Donald Trump's administration, to oversee the algorithm and security of TikTok's popular video platform for US users.