GOP-backed TikTok ban for kids fails in Democrat-controlled Virginia Legislature
A Republican legislative effort to block Virginia children from using the popular video-sharing app TikTok, backed by Republican Gov. Glenn Youngkin, was defeated in the Democratic-controlled Legislature this week. The bill, introduced by Republican Rep. Jay Leftwich of Chesapeake, remained in the House Delegates Committee after concerns arose about how the ban would be enforced. […]
Joe Biden Joins China’s TikTok to Reach Younger Voters
President Joe Biden has officially joined Chinese app TikTok to reach young voters. The president uploaded his first TikTok video on Sunday with the caption, “LOL, hey guys.” In the first video uploaded to the Biden-Harris campaign’s TikTok account, @bidenhqPresident Biden can be seen answering softball questions during Sunday’s Super Bowl LVIII game between the […]
It’s ‘Cognitive Dissonance’ for Biden to Use TikTok After Banning It on Government Devices
On Monday’s broadcast of CNN’s “Inside Politics,” CNN chief national security analyst Jim Schutt said he is confident that President Joe Biden “has taken all the necessary security measures.” However, he said, “President Biden will not steal data.” Biden’s use of TikTok, despite banning TikTok from government devices and warning the public of its dangers, […]
Biden garners 67K TikTok followers on first day using Chinese-owned app he banned over security concerns
President Biden’s new campaign account gained more than 67,000 TikTok followers in its first day on the Chinese-owned app, which he banned over national security concerns. The @bidenhq account’s follower count has skyrocketed to nearly 82,000 followers and more than 681,300 likes as of Tuesday morning. This is still far from the 37.8 million followers […]
Adorable toddler with thick New Jersey accent reaches millions on TikTok: ‘Joursey Gurl’
Words like “chocolate,” “coffee,” and even “water” may not seem all that interesting unless your two-year-old speaks with a strong New Jersey accent. Elaina Christina, 24, a content creator from New Jersey, became a hot topic after posting a video of her young niece Javanna (Gia for short) on her TikTok account. Today, Gia is […]
Chinese Migrants Say TikTok Is Helping Them Cross U.S. Border
A Chinese migrant sits in front of a tent near the US-Mexico border fence in Jacumba, California on December 6, 2023. (Photo by VALERIE MACON/AFP, Getty Images) OAN’s Taylor Tinsley4:19pm – Monday, February 12, 2024 As thousands of migrants continue to arrive at the southern border, Chinese immigrants say TikTok videos show how and where […]
Ohio blocked from implementing law restricting children’s use of Instagram, TikTok
A federal judge on Monday approved a new law that would require social media companies such as Metaplatform’s Instagram and ByteDance’s TikTok to obtain parental consent before allowing children under 16 to use their platforms. Enforcement was blocked in Ohio. Chief Judge Algernon Mabry of the District of Columbia agreed NetChoice, a technology industry trade […]
Tech life upgrades smarter than the stuff on TikTok
I know there are people sharing good advice on TikTok, but there’s also a lot of bad advice. Any financial tips and tricks? That’s right, look elsewhere. 63% That’s misleading. We’re giving away a $1,000 laptop! Enter now here to win. Good luck! It’s no wonder why. On a platform where you can grab someone’s […]
Hawley calls out Biden campaign for using TikTok after president signed law banning it from federal devices
Sen. Josh Hawley, R-Missouri, criticized the Biden-Harris campaign’s participation in TikTok at Sunday’s Super Bowl after the administration signed a bill banning TikTok from most federal devices in 2022. denounced. “By the way, we just joined TikTok,” said the campaign’s post on X on Sunday, which included the campaign’s first TikTok video in which the […]
TikTok faces EU probe, potential fines over whether it does enough to protect kids: report
Chinese-owned TikTok faces an investigation by the European Union and a huge fine in the coming weeks as regulators assess whether it has taken enough steps to protect children from unwanted videos. It has been reported that he may be subject to fines. EU regulators will investigate whether TikTok complies with digital services laws. The […]