US TIKTOK BAN
Google, Meta, TikTok sue to block California youth social media law
The law, known as Assembly Bill 1709, prohibits such platforms from offering underage children "psychologically exploitative features" that could lead to compulsive use, such as providing personal recommendations and sending videos through autoplay features. It also requires the deletion of children's accounts with those features.
Tech under pressure on AI jitters, dollar slips: Markets wrap
South Korea’s Kospi Index — a bellwether for AI investments — dropped 3.5%, with chip heavyweight SK Hynix Inc. heading for its lowest close since April. MSCI Inc.’s Asia Pacific Index fell 1%, diverging from Monday’s tech-led gains on Wall Street.
Meta bans TikTok ads on its platforms in US
Meta has implemented an immediate ban on advertisements from ByteDance across its platforms in multiple countries. This decision affects various locations including the US, Canada, and Japan. The ban also targets related third-party advertisements referencing TikTok and other ByteDance services. In response to this rivalry, Meta asserts that it will continue competing on quality and user experience. TikTok has yet to publicly comment on Meta's advertising ban and actions.
Facebook pilots Reels-centric home feed in India
In an exciting move, Facebook has launched a trial for a Reels-focused feed in India, aiming to boost video content engagement. Users will immediately encounter full-screen videos upon opening the app, although an opt-out option is available. This initiative aligns with Meta's goal to enhance video viewing on its platform, noting that Reels have gained immense popularity among Indian users, echoing similar trials in countries like South Korea.
A reckoning on social media addiction came late for many kids. Will AI safety be different?
When Meta agreed to changes to its social media platforms and enhanced safeguards in an $18 billion settlement, it made progress by "getting at what we've known for years" about the dangers, said Kristin Bride, a parent advocate who has fought for social media reform since the death of her teenage son. "How are we going to get at what we don't know is coming?"
TikTok agrees to teen limits in US settlement following Meta
A trial had been set to begin Monday in the southern US state over claims by Alabama that TikTok misled parents about tools meant to shield children from harmful content.
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Australian PM seeks big tech backing for internet safety, AI rules
Australian leader Anthony Albanese said Sunday he was seeking big tech backing for his country's child online safety laws and greater AI regulation, after meeting former Apple CEO Tim Cook in California.
Banned beauty products are still one click away in India and around the world
Banned skin-bleaching products containing mercury are still available for purchase online. These illegal items are found on Amazon, Temu, and TikTok Shop marketplaces globally. Sellers are relisting products under misleading names to evade detection by authorities. Health advocates and regulators are working to remove these dangerous items from sale.
California governor signs law to limit children's social media risks
California Governor Gavin Newsom signed more than a dozen new laws on Thursday that address various aspects of children's safety online, including one that prohibits social media companies from serving addictive features to users under 16 years old. Instead, it defines "addictive" features as ones that are "psychologically exploitative" and prohibits social media companies from providing children with features such as infinite scroll, algorithmic recommendations and autoplay.
Australia threatens hefty fines if big tech fails 'duty of care'
Social media giants face US$78 million fines if they fail to protect young users from harmful content, Australia's prime minister said Tuesday as he unveiled draft laws reining in big tech. Communications Minister Anika Wells said big tech was facing a "reckoning".
TikTok agrees to $400 million US children's privacy settlement
The Justice Department sued TikTok and ByteDance in 2024 for allegedly failing to protect children's privacy, and illegally collecting their information.
TikTok reaches deal for new US joint venture to avoid American ban
The deal is a milestone for the short video app after years of battles that began in August 2020, when President Donald Trump first tried unsuccessfully to ban the app over national security concerns.
Biden won't enforce TikTok ban, official says
President Joe Biden will not enforce a ban on TikTok, leaving its fate to President-elect Donald Trump. Congress had required ByteDance to divest from TikTok by January 19. The law's enforcement remains uncertain, with bipartisan debate and legal challenges. Trump has shown support for keeping TikTok operational in the US.
TikTok plans total US shutdown this Sunday as ban looms large, claims report. Key email reveals shocking details
TikTok has more than 170 million American users. TikTok faces a January 19 legislative deadline to sever ties with its Chinese parent company ByteDance or cease US operations.
India vs US: Contrasting paths in tackling TikTok's security challenges
The US Supreme Court has granted TikTok a hearing on January 10th to challenge a looming ban set for January 19th. This contrasts with India's swift 2020 ban of the platform, citing national security and data privacy concerns.
Jennifer Aniston reluctant to use TikTok. Here's why
Friends' star Jennifer Aniston recently in an interview, talked about why she does not want to use TikTok and that she has never used it before. She is known to not indulge much into social media.
TikTok ban in US: Key bill passed, what will happen next?
TikTok is a popular social media platform in the US. However, there have apprehensions over the security of millions of Americans due to the Chinese connection.
US House to vote next week on TikTok crackdown bill
The U.S. House of Representatives is set to vote on legislation that would ban TikTok in the U.S. unless China's ByteDance divests from the app within six months. The bill aims to address national security concerns and protect user data. It has garnered support from the White House, but its potential consequences for ByteDance, the U.S.
TikTok users can earn $100 per hour to watch short-video app for 10 hours. Check last date to apply
TikTok users are getting the opportunity to earn $100 per hour to watch TikTok for 10 hours.
In Montana, a TikTok ban could be a 'kick in the face'
On TikTok, his favorite social media platform, he posts lighthearted videos about the peculiarities of his home state. His nearly 420,000 followers reward him with hearts and laughing-face emojis.
Montana TikTok ban unrealistic and misguided: experts
A total ban of TikTok in the US state of Montana is set up to face an epic battle in the courts, but many experts wonder whether the law is even technically possible.
Amid concerns about TikTok, Commerce details effort to secure US data
Concerns about Chinese-owned TikTok have sparked new efforts in Congress to boost powers to address it or potentially ban the popular short video sharing app.
Republican senator Rand Paul opposes TikTok ban push in Congress
A small but growing number of Democrats and Republicans have raised concerns, citing free speech and other issues and have objected to legislation targeting TikTok as overly broad.
Gap grows between TikTok users, lawmakers on potential ban
The disconnect illustrates the uphill battle that lawmakers from both sides of the aisle face in trying to convince the public that China could use TikTok as a weapon against the American people.
British parliament blocks TikTok over security concerns
Britain last week banned the Chinese-owned video app on government phones.
Potential TikTok ban sends advertisers scrambling
When TikTok's Chief Executive Officer Shou Zi Chew testifies before Congress for the first time on Thursday, advertisers will be closely watching his appearance for news as well as the reaction of lawmakers, several ad agencies told Reuters.
One billion users, but trouble mounts for TikTok
Several governments have banned the app from their equipment over fears that data could be viewed by officials in Beijing, and the United States is now trying to force Chinese parent company ByteDance to sell its prized asset.
Twelve US senators back giving Commerce Secretary new powers to ban TikTok
A bipartisan group of 12 US senators will introduce legislation Tuesday that would give Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo new powers to ban Chinese-owned video app TikTok and other foreign-based technologies if they pose national security threats, Senator Mark Warner said.
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