TikTok Faces Forced US Sale After Appeals Court Upholds Divestiture Law
A federal appeals court has upheld legislation requiring ByteDance to sell TikTok's US operations by January 2025 or face a nationwide ban. The ruling impacts 170 million American users and sets up a Supreme Court challenge over national security concerns and First Amendment rights.
TikTok Ban Upheld: Federal Court Ruling Threatens App's Future in US
A federal appeals court has unanimously upheld legislation that could force TikTok's parent company ByteDance to sell or face a US ban by January 19. The ruling affects over 170 million American users and raises critical questions about national security versus digital rights.
TikTok's US Future Hangs in Balance as Federal Court Decision Looms
A pivotal federal appeals court ruling this week could determine TikTok's fate in America, as ByteDance faces a 2025 deadline to sell or face a ban. The case has drawn unexpected support from Trump while Biden's stance remains unclear, with declining public support for an outright ban.
TikTok to Restrict Beauty Filters for Teens in Major Mental Health Initiative
TikTok announces global restrictions on beauty-altering filters for users under 18, addressing concerns about mental health and self-image among youth. The platform will block filters that modify facial features while enhancing age verification systems and transparency around digital alterations.
Brazil Takes Legal Action Against Meta and TikTok: $525 Million Lawsuit Over Child Protection
Brazil sues Meta and TikTok for $525 million, alleging failure to protect minors on their platforms. The lawsuit demands improved safeguards and algorithm changes to ensure a safer online environment for young users.
ByteDance Fires Intern for Sabotaging AI Model Training
ByteDance, TikTok's parent company, terminated an intern for maliciously interfering with AI model training. The company refuted rumors of extensive damage, emphasizing the incident's limited impact on commercial projects and large AI models.