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TikTok parent ByteDance reaches $300 billion valuation: report
ByteDance, the parent company of TikTok, is valuing itself at approximately $300 billion through a new share buyback program, according to a report by the Wall Street Journal.
Canada orders TikTok to close Canadian operations
Canada has ordered TikTok to shut down its Canadian business, citing national security risks. Canadians will still be able to use TikTok, as the decision does not block general access to the app.
Australia plans to ban social media for users under 16
Australia's Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced that his government will introduce legislation to prevent users under 16 from accessing social media platforms, citing the risks of online harm.
TikTok sued over harmful content linked to teen suicides
Seven French families have filed a lawsuit against social media platform TikTok, accusing the company of exposing their teenage children to content that allegedly contributed to their mental health decline, and for two of them, the cause of suicide.
Zhang Yiming, founder of TikTok parent ByteDance, is now China's richest man: report
Zhang Yiming, founder of TikTok’s parent company ByteDance, has become the richest person in China, with a personal wealth of $49.3 billion, according to the Hurun China Rich List 2024, an annual ranking of China's richest individuals.
TikTok to undergo mass layoffs; about 500 in Malaysia
TikTok is laying off hundreds of employees globally, including about 500 in Malaysia, as it shifts to AI-driven content moderation.
13 US states sue TikTok over alleged harm to young users
TikTok is facing new legal challenges as 13 US states and Washington DC filed lawsuits accusing the platform of harming young users through addictive software and inadequate safety measures.
EU commission requests algorithm data from YouTube, TikTok, and Snapchat
The EU Commission has formally requested detailed information from YouTube, TikTok, and Snapchat about the algorithms they use to recommend content to their users on October 2, according to a recent report by Reuters.
TikTok parent ByteDance shifts AI development to Huawei: report
ByteDance, the parent company of TikTok, is accelerating its AI model development by turning to domestic suppliers like Huawei Technologies, according to a recent report by Reuters.
TikTok launches TikTok TV in Bangladesh
TikTok has launched the TikTok TV app on smart TV devices.
The thin eyebrow trend is back from the 90s
The infamous fashion faux pas of over plucking eyebrows and redrawing them reed thin in the late 90s and early 2000s has most of us traumatised even now. If some of us were guilty of jumping on the bandwagon then, the regret is even more real. However, #SkinnyBrows is back as the most divisive trend on TikTok, with the Gen Zs bringing back the abhorred trend, much to the horror and dismay of the older generations. The app has also created a thin eyebrow filter that you can use to check out how it would look on you before taking the plunge.
TikTok banned on Australian government devices
The Australian government has recently banned the popular short-video-sharing app TikTok from all federal and government-owned devices due to security concerns over the app stealing user data.
TikTok banned in Belgium’s government phones
The Chinese-owned entertainment app will be temporarily prohibited from devices owned or paid for by Belgium's federal government for at least six months, according to a post on Alexander De Croo’s website.
BookTok is propagating pseudo-feminism
There lies a problem in the type of books that are being popularised by BookTok.
The 5 best fashion influencers to follow on TikTok in 2023
There is a wealth of interesting fashion-related video material on the social media app, TikTok — from product reviews to in-depth looks at the history of the fashion industry. Whether you are seeking inspiration for new outfits, tips on how to rock a certain item, or simply want to keep up with the latest fashion trends, these are the finest TikTok fashion influencers for you to follow in 2023
Short-form videos are the future of content creation
TikTok has rapidly become a dominant force in the world of entertainment and content creation.
TikTok hosts its Safety Ambassadors Programme in Bangladesh
With the #SaferTogether initiative, TikTok aims to create awareness about how users in Bangladesh can take advantage of the various in-app safety features available on the platform.
TikTok introducing Safety Ambassadors Programme in Bangladesh
TikTok is set to launch its first-ever offline activation in Bangladesh with its Safety Ambassadors Programme, which is a part of TikTok’s goal to foster a safe and welcoming platform for its communities.
Bikers disappointed at not being able to do stunts on Metro Rail
A section of commuters in our country like to leave their signature on the landmark in their own daring manner.