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Met 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.
Twitch 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.
TikTok 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.
Threads 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.
India'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.
Iraqi 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.
Snap 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.
ByteDance 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.
US 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.
US 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.
EU 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.
TikTok 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.
Influencer 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.
TikTok'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.
US 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.
TikTok 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.
Twitch 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.
Coachella 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.
Spotify 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.
TikTok 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.
Taylor 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.
'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."
TikTok 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.
Uber 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.
Spotify 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.
Crookie: 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.
Lady 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.
TikTok 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.
Instagram'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.
LinkedIn 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.
TikTok 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.
US 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.
TikTok 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.
US 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.
Exploring 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.
11-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.
Cat 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.
Can 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."
YouTube 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.