TikTok: News
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.
