TikTok

World News

The U.K. is the latest to ban TikTok on government phones because of security concerns

11:57am March 16, 2023

by The Associated Press

British authorities said they are banning the Chinese-owned video-sharing app TikTok from government mobile phones following similar moves by the U.S. and European Union.

A part of the Trans Alaska Pipeline System is seen in Fairbanks, Alaska in September 2019. Environmentalists say a proposed new drilling project, the Willow Master Development Plan, would disturb Alaska's critical wildlife habitat with more surface-level oil infrastructure.

Can TikTokkers sway Biden on oil drilling? The #StopWillow campaign, explained

5:52pm March 10, 2023

by Emily Olson

The Biden administration is expected to announce whether a $6 billion arctic drilling plan can move forward soon, an issue that's galvanized millions of TikTokkers into taking action, digitally.

TikTok announced new restrictions this week meant to help teen users reduce their screen time.

National

TikTok sets a new default screen-time limit for teen users

5:51pm March 01, 2023

by Joe Hernandez

The social media giant has introduced a 60-minute daily limit and other measures aimed at users under 18, as TikTok and other tech companies face growing calls to better protect young people online.

Economy

If you're getting financial advice from TikTok influencers don't stop there

3:52pm February 28, 2023

by Mary Yang

Learning to save and invest is more accessible than ever thanks to social media. But there are potential pitfalls, say personal finance experts — including influencers themselves.

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau answers questions at an announcement in Mississauga, Ontario, Monday, Feb. 27, 2023.

World News

Citing security concerns, Canada bans TikTok on government devices

3:28am February 28, 2023

by The Associated Press

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said the government's ban of TikTok on all government-issued mobile devices might be a first step to further action or that it might be it.

The CEO of TikTok will testify before Congress amid security concerns about the app

10:08am January 31, 2023

by Ayana Archie

TikTok has been under scrutiny in recent years about its privacy and security practices and its effect on young people's mental health. Various bans of the app have been enacted across the country.

Concerns about social media's impact on children and teens have increased in recent years.

Education

3 key takeaways on the Seattle schools lawsuit against big tech

6:06pm January 10, 2023

by Mary Yang

Seattle Public Schools is suing Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok and Snapchat for exacerbating the mental health crisis among its students.

Bans on the social media app TikTok are beginning to gain momentum in Washington and several states. Experts say there's not much solid evidence that TikTok poses a national security threat.

Why the proposed TikTok ban is more about politics than privacy, according to experts

10:34am December 22, 2022

by Manuela López Restrepo

Digital privacy experts are skeptical of proposed TikTok bans, saying they are more about geopolitical tension than the social media app.

Three TikTok phenomena of 2022: the pop star Bad Bunny; an Inuit mother and daughter who teach how to say yes with your eyebrows; and one of the Iranians who cut their hair in solidarity with 22-year-old Mahsa Amini, who died in custody after being detained by Iran's morality police for allegedly wearing her hijab inappropriately.

Health & Safety

Popular global TikToks of 2022: Bad Bunny leads the fluffle!

4:32pm December 19, 2022

TikTok is more than just goofy dances and challenges. Here are some of the most widely viewed — and engaging — global TikToks of the year.

Florida Sen. Marco Rubio and other lawmakers have introduced legislation that would ban TikTok in the U.S. over national security concerns. The U.S. Senate unanimously approved a separate bill that would ban the wildly popular app from devices issued by federal agencies.

From states to federal agencies, TikTok faces bans on government-issued devices

2:05pm December 15, 2022

by Giulia Heyward

The U.S. Senate unanimously approved a bill that would ban the wildly popular app from devices issued by federal agencies. Several governors have banned TikTok on their agencies' phones and computers.