Guide to privacy settings for users and families after the change in TikTok’s U.S. ownership
Since it was announced that TikTok’s U.S. operations are transitioning to American ownership, many people who used to avoid the app are reconsidering. The shift has rekindled discussions among parents, educators, and older adults, who had previously deemed the app off-limits due to concerns over foreign ownership. One reader expressed this uncertainty clearly in an […]
TikTok’s ‘infrastructure problem’ raises censorship accusations from Democrats
TikTok’s Ownership Deal and Recent Controversies This past week has seen significant developments for TikTok amid ongoing discussions surrounding technology issues. Notably, a historic deal was struck to create a majority-American-owned joint venture aimed at preventing potential bans on the platform in the U.S. This agreement marks a pivotal moment for TikTok, especially given the […]
Trump files a lawsuit against JPMorgan, Intel’s cautious outlook, TikTok’s partnership, and more in Morning Squawk.
This is CNBC’s Morning Squawk newsletter. Subscribe here to receive future editions in your inbox. Happy Friday! With TikTok establishing its foothold in the US, I think my time spent on the app might stretch a bit longer than it should. This morning, stock futures are down, but it seems like the market is gearing […]
Kansas police issue warning about teen trend involving TikTok’s door kick challenge
Warning Over “Door Kick Challenge” in Kansas Kansas officials are cautioning parents and homeowners about a risky new trend on TikTok that has teens engaging in dangerous behaviors for online notoriety. The Merriam Police Department has noted several reports from residents concerning teenagers running up to houses and kicking doors, mimicking a break-in as part […]
DHS Spokesperson Takes Issue with Kilmar Abrego Garcia for Creating TikToks
Controversy Surrounds undocumented Immigrant’s TikTok While Under Gag Order Tricia McLaughlin, an Assistant Secretary at the Department of Homeland Security, has criticized Kilmer Abrego Garcia, an undocumented immigrant released from custody by a judge, for creating TikTok content while the DHS was under a gag order. She expressed her concerns through a post on X, […]
Kilmar Abrego Garcia criticized by DHS for posting TikToks during agency’s gag order
DHS Official Criticizes Immigrant’s TikTok Video Amid Legal Controversy Tricia McLaughlin, Assistant Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), made headlines on Saturday when she took aim at Kilmer Abrego Garcia for “creating TikTok” during a period when DHS is reportedly under restrictions imposed by an “activist judge.” This comment came in response to […]
DHS official criticizes Abrego Garcia for ‘TikToks’ as judge restricts agency’s comments
DHS Official Criticizes Abrego Garcia’s Social Media Presence Amid Legal Battles On Saturday, Tricia McLaughlin, an Assistant Secretary at the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), called out Kilmer Abrego Garcia for allegedly “creating TikTok” while in custody, attributing this to an “activist judge.” This remark followed a one-minute video showing Abrego Garcia, an undocumented immigrant […]
Three Florida teens arrested due to TikTok’s door kick challenge
Florida Teens Arrested for Viral ‘Door Kick Challenge’ Three teenagers were arrested in Florida on November 23 for taking part in a viral trend known as the “Door Kick Challenge.” The St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office (SJSO) stated that the teens were charged with loitering. Their ages are 13 and 14. A video from a […]
‘TikTok’s Door Kick Challenge’ frightening homeowners and risking teen safety
Teens Revive Dangerous Door Kicking Prank A concerning trend is emerging once again among teens, sparking fears among homeowners and law enforcement alike. Police are issuing warnings about the so-called “Door Kick Challenge,” where young pranksters rush up to random homes, forcefully kick the front door, and then flee the scene. In Elk Grove, California, […]
Worries Rise About TikTok’s Algorithm After Years of Being a Chinese Psychological Operation
TikTok’s U.S. Operations May Shift to Oracle, Sparking Algorithm Concerns There’s a significant development regarding TikTok, the widely-used short video app known for its personalized “For You” feed. It appears that ByteDance, TikTok’s owner, might be getting ready to sell its U.S. operations in order to comply with divestment regulations. This looming sale brings up […]