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Tag: TikTok

Instagram introduces new speed-up feature for Reels

Instagram now lets you watch Reels at double speed, just like TikTok. The new feature helps you get through longer videos faster and easier.

Senators urge Trump to work with Congress on TikTok crisis

Trump’s plan to save TikTok may not be enough, as Democratic senators warn that service providers could face massive legal risks after April 5.

Oracle could be the leading choice to manage TikTok in the US

Oracle is reportedly the top choice to manage TikTok’s US operations as ByteDance seeks a deal before the April deadline. Uncertainty remains.

Trump pushes for U.S. crypto reserve to boost digital assets

Donald Trump calls for a U.S. crypto reserve to support digital assets, highlighting XRP, Solana, and Cardano and later adding Bitcoin and Ethereum.

Instagram is considering creating a Reels app to compete with TikTok

Instagram may launch a separate Reels app to compete with TikTok amid ongoing challenges for TikTok in the US.

1,000 artists release a silent album in protest against UK copyright law changes

1,000 artists released a silent album to protest UK copyright law changes allowing AI to use their work without permission or payment.

Duolingo’s Cybertruck stunt ‘kills’ mascot Duo, and users can’t get enough

Duolingo’s marketing stunt claims its mascot, Duo the Owl, was hit by a Cybertruck—boosting app engagement and sparking a viral campaign.

TikTok returns to US app stores after nearly a month

TikTok has returned to US app stores after nearly a month following a delay in its ban. However, its future remains uncertain.

Microsoft in talks to acquire TikTok as Trump pushes for a bidding war

Microsoft is in talks to acquire TikTok after Trump’s executive order delayed the app’s U.S. ban. A bidding war could be on the horizon.

Perplexity submits new bid to merge with TikTok

Perplexity AI proposes merging with TikTok, offering the U.S. government up to 50% ownership in a deal shaped by Trump administration demands.

China’s ByteDance joins global race to develop artificial general intelligence

ByteDance unveils Seed Edge to advance AGI research, committing US$615M to AI infrastructure as it competes with global tech leaders in innovation.

Bytedance explores alternatives to selling TikTok’s US operations

Bytedance explores non-sale options for TikTok's US operations as US-China talks continue, aiming to address national security concerns and maintain users.