TikTok: News

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.

TikTok's burnt toast theory is all about accepting life's imperfections 

Have you ever experienced the frustration of burning your toast before heading to work?

TikTok's bid to stall antitrust regulations rejected by EU court

Chinese social media platform TikTok has faced a setback after the European Union (EU)'s General Court dismissed its attempt to stall the Digital Markets Act (DMA) antitrust regulations.

Rat snacking: Latest food trend dominating social media

Rat snacking, a quirky food craze that has taken off in recent times, encourages people to whip up eccentric and spontaneous snack pairings inspired by the foraging habits of rats.

TikToker alleges Tinder affair with Zayn Malik, posts screenshots

In a bizarre turn of events, TikToker Sam Fisher (33) has claimed to have met former One Direction member Zayn Malik on Tinder and then been in a nine-month-long relationship with him.

TikTok's loud budgeting: A transparent approach to achieving financial well-being

Feeling the pinch in your wallet and tired of playing financial charades?

Cozy cardio: TikTok trend revolutionizing home workouts

"Cozy cardio," one of the latest fitness trend sweeping across social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram, has become a go-to activity for those seeking a unique blend of physical exertion, self-pampering, and relaxation.

Unveiling the viral TikTok 'mob wives' trend

YouTube Music rolls out TikTok-style 'Samples' feature: How it works

YouTube Music introduced its Samples feature last year, and now it is showing up on the home screen.

Gen Z, millennials turn homeowners with Amazon's $30K tiny homes

In a real estate landscape marked by exorbitant prices, steep interest rates, and overwhelming student loan burdens, millennials and Gen Z are reshaping the trajectory to homeownership.

Taylor Swift, Drake songs to go off TikTok; here's why

Universal Music Group (UMG) has decided to stop licensing its artists' content on TikTok after failing to reach a new agreement with the social media platform.

'Sorry for everything': Zuckerberg to families at US Senate hearing

During a US Senate hearing, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg issued an apology to families, affected by the negative consequences of social media on children.

TikTok's new facility could make every video shoppable: Here's how

TikTok is experimenting with a new feature, that can automatically detect products in videos, and provide links to "Find similar items on TikTok Shop."

TikTok's 'Ketchup Challenge' puts relationships to test; goes viral

The latest TikTok trend, known as the "Ketchup Challenge," has women smearing ketchup on the kitchen countertops and requesting their male partners to clean it up.

Achieving clean girl nails: A mini step-by-step guide

For those who've fallen for the allure of the "clean girl" aesthetic, the trend has evolved beyond makeup, extending its influence to manicures.

Twins separated at birth reunite through TikTok video

Twins Amy Khvitia and Ano Sartania, separated at birth and sold to different families, found each other years later through a TV show and a TikTok video.

TikTalk: Is the celebrity-inspired accent changing the way we talk

TikTok is now shaping how people talk with a new linguistic trend called "TikTalk."

What is the orange peel theory everyone is talking about 

Have you heard about the latest relationship trend making waves on social media?

Woman arrested for stealing viral Stanley cups worth $2,500 

Amid Stanley's water bottle mania, unfolded a bizarre incident, revealing the dark side of the trend.

ByteDance terminates Resso music app in India over data handling

ByteDance, TikTok's parent company, has announced that it will close its music-streaming app Resso in India by January end.

TikTok-owner ByteDance in talks to sell gaming assets to Tencent

ByteDance is in talks with several potential buyers, including Tencent, the world's biggest video game company, to sell its gaming assets.

Samsung's new AI-powered refrigerator lets you watch videos on TikTok

Samsung will showcase its 2024 Bespoke 4-Door Flex Refrigerator with AI Family Hub+, at the CES 2024.

OpenAI suspends TikTok parent ByteDance's account: Here's why 

ByteDance, TikTok's parent company, is in hot water for allegedly using GPT-generated data through Microsoft Azure to train its own AI model in China, violating the developer license of both OpenAI and Microsoft.

'Wedding of the century' bride deletes TikTok. Here's why

Only a few weeks ago, Madelaine Brockway broke the internet when she married Jacob Chase LaGrone in what was dubbed the "wedding of the century."

TikTok parent to launch AI chatbot development platform this month

TikTok owner ByteDance plans to launch public beta of its "bot development platform" by the end of the month, as revealed in an internal memo seen by the Post.

Oxford University Press crowns 'rizz' as word of the year 

In a linguistic twist, Oxford University Press has crowned "rizz" as the word of the year for 2023.

TikTok rolls out artist accounts to boost fan engagement

TikTok is stepping up its game for musicians by launching artist accounts, packed with features to boost fan engagement and make it easier for fans to discover new music.

TikTok parent shuts down gaming unit, lays off hundreds

ByteDance, TikTok's parent company, is planning to shut down its Nuverse gaming division and withdraw entirely from the mainstream video game industry, according to Reuters.

TikTok to ban Bin Laden's 'Letter to America' viral trend

Short-form video platform TikTok said on Thursday that it will prohibit content promoting Osama bin Laden's 2002 "Letter to America," wherein the former al-Qaeda leader justified attacking the United States (US).

TikTok appeals against EU gatekeeper status

TikTok has followed Meta's lead in contesting its "gatekeeper" classification under the Digital Markets Act (DMA), a European Union (EU) legislation that imposes tighter regulations on tech firms and makes it easier for users to switch between rival services.

Nepal bans TikTok citing disruption of social harmony

Nepal's government banned the Chinese video-sharing app TikTok on Monday, citing its potential to disrupt societal harmony within the nation.

'Anti-Beauty': Redifing beauty industry with this revolutionary trend 

In the ever-evolving realm of beauty and fashion, one constant remains: when a dominant beauty trend rises to prominence, its counter-trend, the "anti-beauty" movement, isn't far behind.

Scrunch face: GenZ's bizarre selfie trend goes viral

If pouting like a duck wasn't already enough, there's a new pose making the rounds on social media where selfie addicts are scrunching their faces.

Ingenue essence: What is this latest viral TikTok aesthetic trend

TikTok is the hotbed of interesting trends that capture the world's attention in a jiffy.

Social media platforms amplified misinformation about Israel-Hamas war: US Senator

US Senator Michael Bennet is seeking answers from Meta, X, TikTok, and Google about their efforts to tackle the spread of false and misleading content related to the Israel-Hamas conflict on their platforms.

Snapchat launches content embedding for websites akin to Instagram, TikTok

Snapchat is stepping up its game by allowing websites to embed public content on the platform like Spotlight videos, Lenses, Public Stories, and Public Profiles.

TikTok responds to EU's disinformation concerns over Israel-Hamas conflict

TikTok has communicated its efforts to tackle hate speech and disinformation on its platform following the European Union's request for information in light of the recent conflict between Israel and Palestinian terror outfit Hamas.

TikTok partners with Disney for content hub, publisher collaboration

TikTok has teamed up with Disney for a major partnership, making the entertainment powerhouse a publishing partner for its Pulse Premiere ad program.

TikTok Shop goes official in US with top brands

TikTok has officially introduced its online shopping feature, TikTok Shop, in the US, adding a "shop" button to its homepage.

Analyzing the controversial 'boy moms' trend on TikTok

Mothers on TikTok are now being criticized and called "boy moms." Reason? For teaching their sons how to cook.

Adele's viral Las Vegas fan 'not sorry' for concert controversy

A notable incident from Adele's recent Las Vegas concert caught the attention of everyone!