White House gives federal agencies 30 days to remove TikTok from all government devices
Some agencies, including the Departments of Defense, Homeland Security and State already have restrictions in place.
Some agencies, including the Departments of Defense, Homeland Security and State already have restrictions in place.
TikTok banned on all Canadian government phones
TikTok has been targeted by critics who say the Chinese government could access user data, such as browsing history and location.
TikTok has been targeted by critics who say the Chinese government could access user data, such as browsing history and location.
New Mercedes models will have TikTok built in
Car owners will also be able to set up “routines” for various things in their cars, like automatically turning on heated seats when temperatures reach a certain degree.
Car owners will also be able to set up “routines” for various things in their cars, like automatically turning on heated seats when temperatures reach a certain degree.
TikTok challenge resulting in stolen cars, fatalities forces Hyundai, Kia to roll out anti-theft software
The updates are free for millions of vehicles that are missing a key anti-theft device, an issue that was exploited on social media and led to rampant theft of the cars.
The updates are free for millions of vehicles that are missing a key anti-theft device, an issue that was exploited on social media and led to rampant theft of the cars.
Struggling Santa Rosa restaurant gets boost after heartfelt video from owners' daughter goes viral on TikTok
Feeling sad and troubled about the financial struggles her parents were enduring, the daughter of longtime Santa Rosa restaurant owners turned to social media for help. And the overwhelming reaction and reach were more than what the Lee family could have ever expected.
Feeling sad and troubled about the financial struggles her parents were enduring, the daughter of longtime Santa Rosa restaurant owners turned to social media for help. And the overwhelming reaction and reach were more than what the Lee family could have ever expected.
TikTok CEO to testify before Congress on app's privacy, data security
The head of TikTok was called to testify on Capitol Hill in a surprise announcement on Monday amid serious allegations about data mining by the Chinese social media app.
The head of TikTok was called to testify on Capitol Hill in a surprise announcement on Monday amid serious allegations about data mining by the Chinese social media app.
TikTok ban could get House committee vote in February
Congress banned TikTok from government-issued devices, and almost half of U.S. states have implemented similar actions.
Congress banned TikTok from government-issued devices, and almost half of U.S. states have implemented similar actions.
Enkyboys TikTok dad Randy Gonzalez dies at 35
Randy Gonzalez, who along with his son Brice amassed over 15.5 million followers on TikTok, first shared news of his condition last April, telling fans he was given up to three years to live.
Randy Gonzalez, who along with his son Brice amassed over 15.5 million followers on TikTok, first shared news of his condition last April, telling fans he was given up to three years to live.
You can now buy TikTok's viral Pink Sauce at Walmart
The bubble-gum-colored sauce is now available at Walmart stores and sells for under $10.
The bubble-gum-colored sauce is now available at Walmart stores and sells for under $10.
TikTok blocked on University of Texas Wi-Fi and wired networks, devices
In a letter to students UT said, “The University of Texas at Austin is taking steps to comply with Governor Greg Abbott's Dec. 7 directive to all state agencies to eliminate the cybersecurity risks posed by TikTok.”
In a letter to students UT said, “The University of Texas at Austin is taking steps to comply with Governor Greg Abbott's Dec. 7 directive to all state agencies to eliminate the cybersecurity risks posed by TikTok.”
Dentists warn of dangerous DIY dental hacks going viral on TikTok
Individuals are looking to TikTok for at-home remedies for their dental concerns, which has some dentists worried about the potential long-terms effects of DIY dentistry.
Individuals are looking to TikTok for at-home remedies for their dental concerns, which has some dentists worried about the potential long-terms effects of DIY dentistry.
TikTok steps up efforts to get U.S. security deal
TikTok is looking into security measures to gain approval from the U.S.
TikTok is looking into security measures to gain approval from the U.S.
FCC chairman: TikTok ban is not if but when
FCC Chairman Brendan Carr warns of TikTok dangers while pressing for action from Biden Administration to ban the social media platform from conducting business transactions.
FCC Chairman Brendan Carr warns of TikTok dangers while pressing for action from Biden Administration to ban the social media platform from conducting business transactions.
FBI director raises national security concerns about TikTok
FBI Director Chris Wray warned Friday that control of the popular video sharing app is in the hands of a Chinese government “that doesn’t share our values.”
FBI Director Chris Wray warned Friday that control of the popular video sharing app is in the hands of a Chinese government “that doesn’t share our values.”
South Dakota governor bans TikTok for state agencies, warning of security threat
Accessing the app will be a criminal offense, she said, adding TikTok poses a threat to the Mount Rushmore State and the personal data of all South Dakotans.
Accessing the app will be a criminal offense, she said, adding TikTok poses a threat to the Mount Rushmore State and the personal data of all South Dakotans.
FCC commissioner urges US government to ban TikTok
FCC Commissioner Brendan Carr discussed concerns about Americans' data on TikTok being sent back to Beijing. "I don’t believe there is a path forward for anything other than a ban."
FCC Commissioner Brendan Carr discussed concerns about Americans' data on TikTok being sent back to Beijing. "I don’t believe there is a path forward for anything other than a ban."
TikTok lawsuit settlement: Some users receiving payments up to $167
A federal lawsuit alleged TikTok collected and shared the personal data of TikTok and Musical.ly users without notice or consent.
A federal lawsuit alleged TikTok collected and shared the personal data of TikTok and Musical.ly users without notice or consent.
Police: Deadly car crash may be linked to TikTok challenge
All five of the passengers were ejected from the vehicle, police said. Four of them, ranging in age from 14 to 17, were killed.
All five of the passengers were ejected from the vehicle, police said. Four of them, ranging in age from 14 to 17, were killed.
Georgia woman who told story of family's surprise outside school now says she made it up
A Georgia TikTok user who claimed two men discovered they were both fathers to a young girl when they came to pick her up from the school where she works now says she made up the story.
A Georgia TikTok user who claimed two men discovered they were both fathers to a young girl when they came to pick her up from the school where she works now says she made up the story.
TikTok raises age requirement for going live, adds adult-only streams
TikTok says adult-only livestreams could be used for things like certain comedy routines or when creators want to talk about a difficult life experience that is perhaps not suited for younger audiences.
TikTok says adult-only livestreams could be used for things like certain comedy routines or when creators want to talk about a difficult life experience that is perhaps not suited for younger audiences.