TikTok Looks To Alleviate Data Security Concerns in the US

TikTok published another overview of the measures that it has undertaken to keep U.S. user data safe.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 9, 2025

TikTok Showcases Its Social Benefits in Canada as It Fights Ban Order

The Canadian government ordered TikTok to leave the nation last year. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 6, 2025

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A look at the recent top stories in social media and what they mean for marketers.

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A Visual Guide to TikTok Ads Manager [Infographic]

Some handy tips and insights to help set up TikTok marketing campaigns.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 3, 2025

TikTok Announces Programming for Black History Month

TikTok is running both in-app and real-world events this year.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 3, 2025

What Social Media Marketers Need To Know for 2025

Key insights for marketers planning social media strategies at a time of upheaval.

By Chantal Tode • Jan. 30, 2025

TikTok Looks To Highlight Its Value for Artists With New Video Series

The series will showcase successes that have emerged from the app.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 30, 2025

TikTok Outlines Measures in Place for the German Federal Election

The German federal election will be held next month. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 29, 2025

TikTok Outlines Evolving User Protections for Data Privacy Day

TikTok's saying the right things, but will that be enough to assure its access to the U.S.?

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 28, 2025

Perplexity AI Updates Its Offer for TikTok US

There are currently several options on the table for the U.S. TikTok sell-off.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 27, 2025

TikTok Launches 2025 Marketing Calendar

Some key dates and notes for your planning.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 27, 2025

TikTok Launches In-App Info Hub for Holocaust Remembrance Day

The in-app hub will include a range of educational resources.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 27, 2025

TikTok’s Future Remains Unclear in the US as Trump Hosts Talks on Sale

The White House is exploring options to keep TikTok available to U.S. users.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 26, 2025

TikTok Launches Automated Ad Campaign Creation for UK Retailers

A new automated ad offering to help boost product sales on TikTok. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 23, 2025

Trump Grants TikTok 75 Day Extension on US Sell-off

TikTok is available in the U.S. for now, but it's not in the clear yet. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 21, 2025

Meta Looks To Lure TikTok Creators With New Bonus Program

Meta's making a pitch to TikTok creators amid uncertainty around the app's future.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 21, 2025

Timeline of TikTok’s US Ban and What Comes Next

The latest wrinkle — but surely not the last — in the saga is President Trump’s executive order holding off enforcement of a sell-off bill for 75 days.   

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 20, 2025

TikTok Is Available in the US Again After Trump’s Assurances

TikTok is up again after going dark for about 20 hours although it cannot currently be downloaded by new users. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 19, 2025

TikTok Warns Us Users of ‘Temporary’ Ban Beginning Sunday

It looks like TikTok will be taking a holiday from the U.S.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 18, 2025

Supreme Court Upholds TikTok Sell-Off Bill in the US

A statement issued by TikTok after the ruling was announced points to the app going dark on Sunday unless the Biden administration steps in. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 17, 2025

Assessing Possible Outcomes for TikTok in Its Final Days in the US

According to reports, the Biden team is now looking to keep the app running and won’t enforce the ban set to go into effect on Sunday. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 16, 2025

TikTok Plans to Cut Off US Users Entirely if Sell-off Bill Is Enacted

It looks like TikTok's trying to make a clean break from the U.S.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 15, 2025

Chinese Officials Consider Elon Musk Takeover of TikTok US

Reports suggests that Chinese officials are considering an Elon Musk takeover of the app.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 14, 2025

TikTok Launches Updated Video Editor App

Some of the new video editing options have been trained on TikTok trends.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 13, 2025

Supreme Court Considers TikTok’s Bid To Remain in the US

Is this TikTok's final week in the U.S.?

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 12, 2025

Triller Launches App To Download Your TikTok Clips

The tool could give U.S. TikTok users additional peace of mind.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 9, 2025