Utah sues TikTok, claiming platform harms kids, downplays China ties
The state of Utah has filed a lawsuit against TikTok, claiming the social media platform is addictive to children and the company has not been forthright about ties to China.
Haley hits Ramaswamy for pushing TikTok because it's ‘politically popular’ despite 'dangerous' Chinese threat
GOP presidential candidate Nikki Haley hit Vivek Ramaswamy for pushing a ban on addictive social media for those under age 16 while simultaneously using TikTok.
TikTok hit with $370M fine over handling of children's data in Europe
China-linked video app TikTok has been slapped with a $370 million fine for allegedly violating the European Union's privacy laws on handling children's data.
China bans iPhone use for gov't employees to curb reliance on American-owned Apple, foreign tech: report
Beijing is reportedly instructing central government agency staffers not to use iPhones at work as part of a push to curb reliance on foreign technology.
New York City becomes latest to ban TikTok on government devices over Chinese security concerns
New York City agencies must remove TikTok within 30 days after Mayor Eric Adams' administration determined it poses "a security threat" to "technical networks."
Taco Bell customer claims 'pay-it-forward scam' led to confrontation that left her 'scared'
A content creator on TikTok says a customer at a Taco Bell drive-thru yelled at her because she was asked to pay for a $60 order in a "pay-it-forward" chain.
'Girl Math' social media trend helps justify overspending habits
Consumers can justify their extravagant purchases with TikTok's latest trend: 'girl math.' The TikTok trend sees women trying to justify making excessive and lavish purchases.
Chipotle customer reveals how she gets extra food for under $10: 'The bowl will be gigantic'
A Virginia woman shares how she maximizes the amount of food she gets whenever she orders burrito bowls at Chipotle. The restaurant has confirmed that the trick works.
Two US tech groups side with TikTok in lawsuit against Montana's ban
Two U.S. tech groups backed TikTok's lawsuit seeking to block Montana from enforcing a statewide ban on the social media app before it takes effect next year.
DeSantis floats national TikTok ban but opposes bipartisan Restrict Act
Florida Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis, a candidate for president, said he would be open to a national ban on TikTok if he wins the White House.
Popeyes responds to viral TikTok trend by adding 'Girl Dinner' meal to its menu
Popeyes has joined in on the viral "girl dinner" TikTok trend by adding a new offering to the fast food chain's menu — with viewers rallying in support of the new menu item.
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott sued over TikTok ban by group representing professors
Texas Republican Governor Greg Abbott is being sued over the state's ban on TikTok from being used on devices or networks that are state-owned.
McDonald's new Cookies and Crème Pie appears to be taste-tested by TikTok users before actual 'launch date'
McDonald's is launching a Cookies & Crème Pie in select markets on Friday, July 14, but some customers appear to have gotten their hands on the exclusive dessert in advance.
Dollar Tree shoppers reveal on TikTok top name-brand product finds: '10 dollars at most stores'
Dollar Tree customers debate whether the discount chain is stocking a better selection of name brand inventory after the company raised its baseline price from $1 to $1.25.
TikTok's China-linked parent ByteDance to let US staff cash out stock: report
TikTok's Chinese parent company, ByteDance, is planning to allow the company's U.S. employees to cash out their stock through a buyback program as the company faces a potential ban.
Costco now selling viral Blackstone Griddle, shoppers weigh in: 'Not worth the hassle'
Costco Wholesale is now selling the Blackstone Griddle that went viral on TikTok and shoppers are sharing their excitement as well as disapproval on the warehouse's newest item.
Gen Zers report highest negative impact from social media, nonprofits working to change that
A new study found higher use of social media is associated with poorer well-being and Gen Z – who reports the most negative impact from social media – uses it the most.
Costco's sleeper sofa goes viral, igniting debate among shoppers: 'Such a bummer'
A Costco Wholesale sleeper couch has gone viral on TikTok and Instagram as shoppers share their opinions on the new sleeper sofa — both positive and negative.
Former ByteDance exec counters TikTok CEO's testimony, CCP has 'backdoor' access to user data stored in US
An ex-ByteDance executive accused TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew of "misdirection," arguing in a recent court filing that the Chinese Communist Party accesses user data through a "backdoor."
Rubio says TikTok CEO may have committed perjury, calls for DOJ investigation
Florida Sen. Marco Rubio is calling on the Department of Justice to open a probe into whether TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew committed perjury, claiming the executive lied under oath.


















