Europe Accuses TikTok of ‘Addictive Design’ and Pushes for Change 6 February 2026 at 07:06

Europe Accuses TikTok of ‘Addictive Design’ and Pushes for Change

6 February 2026 at 07:06

European Union regulators said the app’s infinite scroll and personalized algorithm led to “compulsive” behavior, especially among children.

TikTok and other social media companies are under mounting pressure globally for hooking young users.

Will I Have to Download a New TikTok App? And Other Big Questions About The Deal. 22 January 2026 at 22:36

Will I Have to Download a New TikTok App? And Other Big Questions About The Deal.

NYT: Technology

By:Emmett Lindner

22 January 2026 at 22:36

The popular short form video app has a new corporate structure in the United States, which could result in some changes for the 200 million Americans who use TikTok.

It is unclear how much, if anything, will change for TikTok’s 200 million American users.

Here’s Who Just Bought TikTok 22 January 2026 at 22:32

Here’s Who Just Bought TikTok

NYT: Technology

By:Emmett Lindner

22 January 2026 at 22:32

Several big companies and investment firms are part of the new American TikTok. Many have ties to one another and President Trump.

TikTok Strikes Deal to Create New U.S. Entity and Loosen App’s Ties to China 22 January 2026 at 22:20

TikTok Strikes Deal to Create New U.S. Entity and Loosen App’s Ties to China

NYT: Technology

By:David McCabe and Emmett Lindner

22 January 2026 at 22:20

The Chinese parent company of the popular video app said a group of non-Chinese investors would create an American TikTok to avoid a federal ban.

TikTok Signs Agreements With Investors in Step Toward Avoiding a U.S. Ban 18 December 2025 at 21:02

TikTok Signs Agreements With Investors in Step Toward Avoiding a U.S. Ban

NYT: Technology

By:Emmett Lindner

18 December 2025 at 21:02

The Chinese-owned video app formalized commitments from the software giant Oracle and two investment firms as part of a deal to keep operating in the United States.

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