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

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

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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

TikTok Adds Post Scheduling to Studio App

A handy addition to TikTok's mobile management app.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 9, 2025

TikTok Shares Insights Into Emerging Brand Trends and Approaches

Packed with helpful, data-backed insights to inform your TikTok marketing approach. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 8, 2025

TikTok Appeals to Trump To Save It From US Ban

TikTok's hoping to appeal to Trump's vanity to save it in the U.S.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 6, 2025

US Parents Believe a TikTok Ban Will Increase Safety for Kids

How do U.S. parents feel about the pending removal of TikTok? 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 6, 2025

TikTok Shares Insights Into Its Value as a Shopping Tool

More people are being guided on their purchase activity by TikTok. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 6, 2025

TikTok Shares Tips for Valentine’s Day Campaigns

Some tips for your Valentine's Day campaign planning. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 2, 2025

TikTok Adds More Generative AI Features

TikTok continues to add AI options that enhance the user experience.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 2, 2025

Trump Files Supreme Court Bid To Save TikTok

Can the incoming president save the app?

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 27, 2024

TikTok Shares Data on Account Removals and Government Requests in 2024

New data from TikTok on account removals, government requests and more.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 18, 2024

US Supreme Court Will Hear TikTok’s Appeal Over Sell-Off Bill

TikTok will have another chance to argue against a bill requiring the app’s business in the U.S. be sold to an American-based entity.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 18, 2024

Trump Says That He’s ‘Looking Into’ TikTok Sell-off Bill

President-elect Trump vowed to save TikTok, but his avenues for doing so are limited.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 16, 2024

TikTok Offers Education Tools to Assist Creators

The new resources are designed to help sellers maximize sales by helping them understand platform policies and make the most of product listings.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 13, 2024

TikTok Challenges Removal Order in Canada

Though the app will remain available to Canadian users either way.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 11, 2024

TikTok Offers Shop Credits To Attract More Users

TikTok's pushing for more users, and more shoppers, in the app.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 11, 2024