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The Algorithmic Bubble Before Election Day
In the lead-up to the 2024 U.S. presidential election, supporters of Kamala Harris, including TikTok user Kacey Smith, felt a wave of optimism, propelled by a flood of positive content on social media. However, as Election Day approached, signs began to i...
Overview of the Ban
In a significant move that has stirred discussions across the nation, Canada has officially banned TikTok's operations within its borders as of [date of announcement]. This decision, stemming from concerns over user data privacy and national security, aims to mitigate the risks...
Discover the Best Viral TikTok Gadgets for Gifting
In 2024, Viral TikTok products have gained immense popularity, inspiring a plethora of unique gifts for various occasions. These trending gadgets, which promise to transform your daily life, have been put to the test to ensure they live up to thei...
In January 2024, Ireland introduced a groundbreaking Online Safety Code aimed at regulating major social media platforms such as YouTube, TikTok, and Meta. This regulatory move is a significant step towards enhancing online safety by holding these digital giants accountable for the content shared on...
On October 26, 2024, a new player emerged in the world of short-form video sharing—the app Loops made its debut as a promising alternative to TikTok within the fediverse. Conceived by Daniel Supernault, the brain behind the Instagram-like platform Pixelfed, Loops aims to revolutionize how users inte...
In a world where digital interactions dominate, October 2024 has brought to light an unsettling reality: control over our social media feeds appears to be diminishing. The digital platforms we often rely upon, like Meta and TikTok, have adjusted algorithms that heavily influence what content appears...
Apple is set to release iOS 18.1 by the end of October 2024, introduced at the last iPhone 16 event. While much attention has been given to the first suite of Apple Intelligence features, it's important to highlight the exciting range of non-Apple Intelligence features that iOS 18.1 encompasses. Th...
In the lead-up to the U.S. Election, with just 18 days remaining, the political scene is vibrant with a mix of memes and satire. A notable figure in this landscape is Sarah Cooper, known for her viral lip-syncs imitating former President Donald Trump. Cooper humorously reflects on her journey, admit...
Recent revelations have highlighted that TikTok, a leading platform in social media, is fully aware of its potential to become highly addictive for its users. Internal documents from the company reveal strategies and insights aimed at maximizing user engagement, sparking concerns about the ethical r...
TikTok's parent company, ByteDance, is reportedly making a strategic shift in its choice of technology partners. Instead of relying on industry giants like Nvidia and AMD, ByteDance is said to be selecting Huawei's AI chips for its next-generation large language model (LLM).