Australia shares rules for under-16 social media ban

Australian Communications Minister Anika Wells outlined rules for social media companies to follow as the nation prepares to enforce a ban on social media for children younger than 16 before the end of the year.

Here’s What TikTok Under American Ownership Might Look Like

The biggest cog in China-U.S. talks over the TikTok ban was the much-coveted and highly addictive TikTok algorithm. The algorithm is what has made TikTok so successful, and Chinese officials have been reluctant to give that up to U.S. control, leaving onlookers questioning what value the app would have without it.

How did TikTok get here? A look at the US' fight over social media app

President Donald Trump hinted in a Truth Social post on Sept. 15 that the United States and China have reached a deal to divest the popular social media platform to a U.S. buyer. The announcement came two days before the next ban deadline for the social media platform, Sept. 17.

U.S. has 'framework' for TikTok deal with China

Treasury Secretary Bessent said the U.S. and China had struck a "framework for a TikTok deal," days before a deadline that could have banned the app in the U.S.

Trump hints at TikTok deal in social media post. Does this mean app will remain available?

The current TikTok ban extension is set to expire on Sept. 17, unless a deal is reached. Trump has extended the app three times.

Bessent says US, China have 'framework' on TikTok deal; Trump, Xi to talk Friday to finalize

The U.S. and China reached a framework on a deal to move TikTok to U.S. ownership and avoid a ban, as President Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping plan to finalize it this week.

TikTok users would feel the impact if algorithm isn't part of a sale, experts say

If China sells TikTok to a U.S. buyer without its algorithm, users will notice a difference in functionality, experts say.

Social Platforms Duck Blame for Inflaming Divisions Before Charlie Kirk’s Death

After authorities said Mr. Kirk’s suspected shooter had been “radicalized” online, Meta, Reddit, TikTok and other platforms have stayed quiet — though not Elon Musk, who owns X.

How Social Media Became The Source Of Mistrust

Today, social media is likely to spread disinformation, deepen political divides, and erode public trust in everything from elections to public health.

“Hawk Tuah” TikTok Star Haley Welch Slams Social Media for Celebrating Charlie Kirk’s Death: “Y’all Are Sick”

Haley Welch, the viral TikTok sensation better known as the “Hawk Tuah” girl, has officially broken her silence and baby, she did not hold back. In a rare serious video… The post “Hawk Tuah” TikTok Star Haley Welch Slams Social Media for Celebrating Charlie Kirk’s Death: “Y’all Are Sick” appeared first on Where Is The Buzz | Breaking News,
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