TikTok’s international revenues boom to $9.1 billion despite looming fines
TikTok made $9.1 billion and its first profit in Europe and Latin America but faces a wave of lawsuits and investigations from European regulators.
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The humble origins of TikTok’s almighty algorithm
An exclusive excerpt from Every Screen On The Planet reveals how the social media app’s powerful recommendation engine was shaped by a bunch of ordinary, twentysomething curators—including a guy named Jorge.
The web of billionaire pals taking control of TikTok in the US
The exact lineup of investors is still under wraps but the network of players is in some cases nearly half a century in the making.
Are the Murdochs about to buy TikTok?
Trump hinted the Murdoch heir might play a role in the deal to avoid shutting the app down in the U.S.
Trump suggests TikTok ‘deal’ reached with China —What we know
Trump said “young people” will “be very happy” about the deal, after previously saying he was open to just letting the app “die.”
Trump says he has a buyer lined up for TikTok
Trump said a “group of very wealthy people” intends to buy TikTok.
What we know about Trump’s TikTok deal—As reports suggest Oracle could take lead role
Vice President JD Vance told reporters Friday there will “almost certainly” be some kind of agreement before Trump’s block on the TikTok ban expires April 5.
TikTok shuts down in the US before ban takes effect—Here’s what to know
President-elect Donald Trump has suggested he would delay the ban following his return to the White House.
With TikTok ban set, American tech giants can monopolise social media again
Meanwhile, Snap is poised to capitalize, while other popular Chinese apps like RedNote may be newly scrutinized.
TikTok ban upheld by Supreme Court—Should start Sunday
Justices shot down concerns from the app and content creators that the law violates their First Amendment rights.