Instagram is reportedly considering launching its short-form video feature, Reels, as a separate app as the future of Chinese-owned TikTok remains uncertain in the US. The social media platform’s boss…
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UK: TikTok uncertainty leaves influencers feeling nervy
For many people, TikTok is a fun escape – a place to share viral trends, discover new recipes, music, books, or learn clever life hacks. But for others, it’s their…
USA: TikTok returns to Apple and Google app stores
TikTok is again available on the US app stores of Apple and Google, after President Donald Trump postponed enforcement of a ban of the Chinese-owned social media platform until 5…
USA: Unofficial TikTok downloads surge
TikTok’s uncertain future in the US has caused a surge in people putting the app on their phones through unofficial means. An executive order from President Donald Trump means the social media…
UK: Grandfather’s stained glass skills go viral on TikTok
A grandfather has become a viral TikTok star after his daughter shared videos of him crafting stained glass. By day, Roland Berry, 73, from Cheltenham, works as a heavy goods…
USA: Sovereign wealth fund could buy TikTok, Trump says
US President Donald Trump has taken the first step towards setting up a sovereign wealth fund for the United States, and suggested that it could end up buying TikTok. The…
USA: Microsoft in talks to buy TikTok, Trump says
US President Donald Trump has said Microsoft is in discussions to acquire TikTok and that he would like to see a “bidding war” over the sale of the social media…
USA: Who might buy TikTok?
Jimmy Donaldson – aka MrBeast – was jubilant as he told his tens of millions of TikTok followers about his bid to buy the platform. “I might become you guys’ new CEO!…
USA: TikTok restoring services in US after Trump pledge
TikTok is resuming services to its 170 million users in US after President-elect Donald Trump said he would give the app a reprieve when he takes office on Monday. On…