Two of the world's most powerful platforms are making a deliberate bet that safety beats privacy—and experts say they're right.

Whistleblowers have given an inside view of the algorithm arms race which followed TikTok's explosive growth Social media giants made decisions which allowed more harmful content on people's feeds, after internal research into their algorithms showed how outrage fuelled engagement,

Trends like TikTok dances, "Love is Blind," and whipped coffee take you right back to quarantine, the COVID pandemic, and being "bored in the house."

The Red Clay Strays got their big break the old-fashioned way — on TikTok. The group's 2022 single went viral on the app and eventually crossed over to the Billboard Hot 100. It led to a deal with RCA Records and an appearance on the "Twisters" soundtrack. It's hard to believe that roughly two years ago, they were playing Last Concert Cafe.

The registered nurse — who has 4.6 million followers — posted a video of her interaction with a blind man on her flight

Shhh — the secret’s out! Experts say a TikTok fitness trend that prioritizes the sound of silence can support heart health. “Silent walking” is the practice of stepping out without the distractions of devices or music.

Spring Equinox parties are going viral on TikTok. Here's what to know about hosting on yourself on March 20, 2026.

There may have been some extra incentive for the Trump administration to get the TikTok US deal done. According to a report from The Wall Street Journal, the Trump administration is set to receive a total of $10 billion in the deal that allowed TikTok to remain in the US.

Oracle bought 15% of TikTok's U.S. operations in January after China's ByteDance was forced by U.S. law to divest.

By David Shepardson WASHINGTON, March 17 (Reuters) - The top Democrat on the Senate Intelligence Committee on Tuesday asked the White House if investors are paying $10 billion to the Treasury as part of the Trump administration-brokered sale of TikTok’s U.