TikTok
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TikTok Scales Back Trust and Safety Teams in Singapore Amid Global Restructuring
TikTok has initiated a second round of layoffs in Singapore within its trust and safety division, signaling a strategic shift toward AI-led moderation hubs.
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Hollywood’s Dual Shift: Sundance Embraces TikTok as Scorsese Navigates AI Controversy
As the Sundance Institute partners with TikTok to formalize micro-series training, Martin Scorsese faces backlash over his AI advisory role, while production wraps on his latest star-studded project featuring Jennifer Lawrence and Leonardo DiCaprio.
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Singapore TikTok Case Sets Legal Precedent for POFMA
A 59-year-old man faces criminal charges in Singapore for TikTok videos containing falsehoods and racial ill will, marking a milestone for the nation’s digital regulation.
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London Police Battle Social Media-Fueled ‘School Wars’
Metropolitan Police are issuing urgent warnings in London over ‘school wars,’ with social media posts inciting children as young as 11 to violent inter-school fights.
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Jake Shane’s Live Show Expansion Signals New Era
TikTok comedian Jake Shane is expanding his reach with a live series of his podcast, THERAPUSS, and a recent Broadway debut. This marks a significant career evolution beyond digital content.
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Alabama Barker’s $200K Haul Fuels Influencer Rise, Public Debate
Social media personality Alabama Barker recently showcased a $200,000 Christmas haul on TikTok, sparking widespread online discussion about wealth and her growing influence.
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Pets’ Unexpected Antics Spark Viral Laughter Online
Two distinct videos featuring dogs and their humorous behaviors have recently captivated millions online, underscoring the enduring appeal of animal antics in trending comedy content.
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Charlie Kirk Will: Viral Claims Fact-Checked After Death
Azat TV investigates and debunks viral social media claims that conservative activist Charlie Kirk removed his widow, Erika Kirk, from his will following his September 2025 death.
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TikTok Star Khaby Lame Sells Company for $975 Million, Plans AI Digital Twin
Global TikTok sensation Khaby Lame has sold his brand management company, Step Distinctive Limited, to Rich Sparkle for $975 million, a deal that includes developing an AI Digital Twin to expand his commercial reach and fan engagement worldwide.
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David Byrne Concert Ignites Debate Over Sydney Venue’s TikTok Rebranding
Music icon David Byrne recently criticized the renaming of a Sydney concert venue to the TikTok Entertainment Centre, sparking a wider discussion among fans about corporate influence in cultural spaces.
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CapCut’s US Surge: ByteDance Video Editor Climbs Top Download Ranks
CapCut, the video editing application from ByteDance, ranked as the fourth most-downloaded app in the U.S. in 2025, defying geopolitical tensions and highlighting the enduring appeal of China-originated digital platforms.
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TikTok Users Report Widespread Outages Globally
Users worldwide are reporting significant glitches and outages affecting the TikTok platform, with issues impacting content loading, the ‘For You’ page, and comment sections across the globe.
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Bunnings’ $5.50 Cap Becomes Australia’s Unexpected Viral Fashion Hit
Australia’s largest hardware retailer, Bunnings Warehouse, transformed a simple $5.50 baseball cap into a national fashion phenomenon, captivating shoppers and dominating social media with its vintage style and affordable price.
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TikTok Creator Leigh Sutherland Jailed for Fatal Crash, Judge Condemns ‘Cock and Bull Story’
Leigh Sutherland, a TikTok personality known for posing as a road traffic lawyer, has been sentenced to nine years in prison for causing the death of 77-year-old Margaret Allan in a dangerous driving incident. The court heard he blamed the…
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Franky Venegas Arrest: Island Boys Star Faces Fentanyl Charges in Florida
Franky Venegas, one half of the viral Island Boys duo, was arrested in Florida after deputies found fentanyl-laced paraphernalia during a New Year’s Eve traffic stop. The TikTok star faces new drug charges while already out on bond for previous…