TikTok shuts down in the US
The United States has officially banned TikTok, the widely popular video-sharing app owned by Chinese tech giant ByteDance. The ban, which took effect on January 19, 2025, has left 170…
TikTok introduces content filters and maturity ratings
In line with its commitment to protect and safeguard their audience, Tiktok announced that the company will be launching content filters and maturity ratings to help prevent content with overtly…
WHO receives $10M donation from Tiktok
The social media app Tiktok spearheads the fight against the coronavirus with a $10 million donation to the World Health Organization. “The World Health Organization on Monday announced that its…
How to protect your TikTok account
Every day, millions worldwide watch short-form videos on TikTok and share their own clips. Some do it to be creative and sociable; others are seeking popularity. But as in any…
TikTok to pay $5.7 million FTC fine for violations of children’s privacy
Video app TikTok formerly known as Musical.ly will be paying $5.7 million after allegedly collecting personal information from children based on a complaint by Federal Trade Commission (FTC). In a…