TikTok

TikTok is a social media platform focusing on short-form videos owned by Chinese firm ByteDance.

First launched worldwide in 2017 and becoming even more available in 2018, TikTok has skyrocketed in popularity in recent years, particularly among younger users, with the app boasting a large daily userbase.

It has been downloaded billions of times worldwide and at one point was even estimated to have surpassed Google in popularity. 

The app itself is well-known for its trends and its easy-to-use video creation, making it very accessible to new users. 

However, the app is also controversial due to a number of issues, such as its links to China, perceived addictive nature, censorship issues and privacy concerns.

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US Supreme Court upholds law banning TikTok

The case pitted free speech rights against national security concerns in the age of social media.

By REUTERS
17/01/2025

Most US 11- and 12-year-olds use TikTok despite age restrictions, UCSF study finds

According to the study, 6.3% of 11- and 12-year-olds admitted to having a hidden account unknown to their parents.

TikTok shopping and designer dining: 5 trends shaping 2025 marketing

From sports investments to online trust issues: The Wall Street Journal highlights trends set to shape social networks and marketing in 2025.

By LIAM ADIV/MAARIV
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'The Wirkin': Affordable 'Walmart Birkin' bag becomes viral hit

The Wirkin bags are currently sold out in nearly every color online, with customers eagerly awaiting restocks due to its popularity.

US PRESIDENT-ELECT Donald Trump delivers remarks in Palm Beach, Florida last week.

Trump asks Supreme Court to pause law that could ban TikTok

Trump asked the court for a pause to allow his incoming administration to find a political solution to the issue.

By REUTERS
28/12/2024

WhatsApp rolls out new voice message transcription feature, now also in Hebrew

The technology behind this feature is based on machine learning and natural language processing, ensuring accurate and high-quality transcription.

After appeal denial: The date your access to TikTok could be blocked

A U.S. court denied TikTok's request to delay a law requiring disconnection by January 19, and Apple and Google have been asked to remove the app over espionage concerns.

US lawmakers tell Apple, Google to be ready to remove TikTok from app stores on Jan. 19

This move comes amid concerns about Chinese espionage targeting American users.

Noa, Mergui, Netta, and...Gabriel: Israeli pop music's latest sensation gets ready to go global

Guy was signed by UMG in 2022, at which point they set out to re-produce his demo songs on a more professional level, and the video for “Arrest Me” was born.

By INBAL AHARONI
12/12/2024

Gen Z and the intifada: social media’s role in shaping anti-Israel narratives

How TikTok and Instagram are shaping Gen Z’s sympathy for Palestine and igniting campus protests.

By MOLLY SEGHI
11/12/2024
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