Posts Tagged ‘TikTok’
‘Jools Law’ Could Give Parents Access To Their Children’s Social Media Accounts
In the digital age, where so much of life happens online, what happens when someone’s story is cut short? That’s the question at the heart of Jools’ Law, a proposed bill that would give parents access to their children’s social media accounts after their death. The push for this law comes from Ellen Roome, whose…
Read MoreThe TikTok Ban Was Actually Very Shortlived
After a tumultuous night that left over 170 million Americans locked out of TikTok, the app made something of a comeback. TikTok’s U.S. drama hit a plot twist worthy of a binge-worthy series when on January 20 President Trump hit pause on the ban at the last second, pushing the deadline to early April and…
Read MoreRedNote Hits No.1 On App Store But Its Starting To Backfire On “TikTok Refugees”
As TikTok teeters on the edge of a potential U.S. shutdown, a new Chinese app is skyrocketing in popularity—but it’s not all smooth sailing for its newfound audience. Enter RedNote (aka Xiaohongshu), the latest platform to captivate American users in search of a TikTok alternative. The ‘Little Red Book’ app (translators shortened the name to…
Read MoreThe Hidden Psychology Behind Your Favourite App Icons
Ever wonder why you can’t resist tapping on Instagram or WhatsApp? It turns out those little app icons aren’t just designed to look cute—they’re crafted to grab your attention and keep you hooked, according to psychologists. From nostalgic designs to our instinctive love for buttons, app creators know exactly how to tap into our brains…
Read More2024’s Most Googled Topics in the UK
From chasing Oasis tickets to keeping up with the US election drama, Google’s 2024 search trends reveal what kept the UK hooked. Here’s the year summed up in a series of standout lists, showcasing everything we couldn’t stop Googling. Top News Searches Euros 2024 – England’s heartbreaking 2-1 loss to Spain in the final dominated…
Read MoreThe 5 Biggest Trends Which Broke The Internet In 2024
Nostalgia is dominating 2024 as the internet embraces the most viral trends of the year, according to a study by Skyline Social. From NSYNC’s legendary Bye Bye Bye dance comeback to TikTok’s obsession with Sabrina Carpenter’s Espresso moves, old favorites are driving the online conversation. Here’s a deep dive into what’s breaking the internet in…
Read MoreThe Founder Of TikTok Is Now China’s Richest Man
The meteoric rise of TikTok has made ByteDance co-founder Zhang Yiming China’s wealthiest individual, as his net worth climbs to a staggering $49.3 billion, according to Hurun’s annual rich list. Despite stepping down from his role at ByteDance in 2021, Zhang retains a 20% stake in the company, which has catapulted him to the top…
Read MoreTikTok’s Ticking Time Bomb: Will the US Ban The Viral App? – Here’s What You Need To Know
TikTok is kicking off its legal battle against a US law that says it has to break up with its Chinese parent company, ByteDance, or face a full-on ban in the States. With millions of users worldwide, TikTok has become a cultural powerhouse, but US lawmakers are concerned about the app’s ties to Beijing and…
Read MoreAuthenticity Over Aesthetics: How Gen Z is Transforming Social Media Culture
Whilst it might feel like we have peaked on social media with ‘Tomato Girl Summer’ or ‘Woodland Fairy Core,’ is it time we all reclaimed our individuality online and rejected the hyperspeed trend sphere? Because let’s be honest, where can we go next with cosplaying roles online through aesthetics that have a two week lifespan?…
Read MoreWatch Out, Instagram: TikTok’s New Photo App is Here to Compete
TikTok Sets Its Sights on Instagram’s Turf…
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