TikTok
TikTok Unveils U.S. Data Security Joint Venture, ByteDance Retains Algorithm IP Rights
January 23, 2026 – TikTok has officially announced the establishment of TikTok USDS Joint Venture LLC, a new entity dedicated to safeguarding data security, algorithm integrity, content moderation, and software reliability for its operations in the United States. This move marks a significant step forward in the platform’s strategy to address regulatory concerns while maintaining…
TikTok Gets Another Reprieve: Fourth Extension Looms in U.S.
September 15, 2025 – According to Reuters, sources familiar with the matter have revealed that the Trump administration is expected to once again extend the deadline for ByteDance to divest its TikTok business in the United States. Earlier, the U.S. government had demanded that ByteDance complete this divestment by September 17 of this year. This…
Australia to Block Under-16s from YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram in Landmark Social Media Crackdown
July 30, 2025 – Australia is set to enforce a sweeping social media ban for users under 16 starting December 10, with YouTube now included in the crackdown despite earlier exemptions. The government’s new rules will prohibit minors from creating accounts on platforms like Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, TikTok, X, and YouTube, marking a significant escalation…
ByteDance Refutes Acquisition Rumors: No Oracle-Led Consortium Deal for TikTok US
July 8, 2025 – A week ago, Bloomberg reported that ByteDance was in talks with a consortium consisting of Oracle, Blackstone Group, and venture capital firm Andreessen Horowitz regarding the potential sale of TikTok’s U.S. operations. In response to this news, ByteDance told Yicai Global today that the report was false and that no agreement…
TikTok Set to Launch Live Shopping in Japan This Month
June 18, 2025 – According to a report by Nikkei News on the 17th, TikTok is gearing up to launch its e-commerce operations in Japan as early as the end of this month. The platform’s key selling point will be its “live shopping” feature, which allows users to view products being demonstrated in real-time during…
TikTok Unveils Major UK Expansion: 500+ New Jobs & a New Office on the Horizon
June 10, 2025 – On Monday, TikTok unveiled its plans to significantly ramp up its investment in the United Kingdom, with the creation of 500 new job positions. The UK stands as TikTok’s largest user base in Europe. In a statement, TikTok mentioned, “This year, the total number of TikTok employees in the UK will…
TikTok’s AI Smart Keyword Blocker: Learns & Refines for Precise Content Curation
June 4, 2025 – TikTok unveiled its “AI-Powered Smart Keyword Filter” yesterday, leveraging artificial intelligence to assist users in more effectively curating the content they see on their “For You” page. While TikTok had previously offered a keyword filtering feature that allowed users to block content associated with specific terms, the new “Smart Filter” takes…
TikTok Unveils $1B Finnish Data Hub to Safeguard 175M European Users
May 7, 2025 – TikTok made a significant announcement today, revealing plans to establish its inaugural office in Finland and launch its first data center project in Kouvola as part of the “Clover Initiative.” The data center, which will be constructed by local developer HyperCo Oy, involves a total investment of 1 billion euros. TikTok…
TikTok Eyes Japan’s E-Commerce Arena: Live Shopping Blitz Slated for Launch in Months
April 27, 2025 – According to a report from Nikkei News released earlier today, TikTok is gearing up to make a strategic entry into Japan’s burgeoning e-commerce sector within the coming months. Insider sources reveal the company is actively finalizing preparations to onboard sellers for its localized shopping platform, TikTok Shop, in the country. TikTok…
TikTok Makes a Comeback on Google Play Store Following Apple’s App Store Return
February 14, 2025 – Following the U.S. government’s assurance that it would not immediately enforce the ban, Apple and Google have reinstated TikTok on their respective app stores. Apple stated that the application would be back online later on Thursday, while TikTok has already made its reappearance on Google’s Play Store. The development comes after…