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TikTok will block beauty filters for teens

TikTok Announces Plan to Block Some Beauty Filters for Minors

"By fostering a culture of authenticity, respect and support, we can create a digital world where everyone feels empowered to be their true self," the company said.

SiliconANGLE · 8h

TikTok to block beauty filters over mental health concerns among the young

The embattled Chinese social media app TikTok has said over the coming weeks it’s going to start blocking beauty filters due to growing research that transforming one’s face from its reality causes anxiety and issues with self-esteem, adding to the mental health crisis affecting the young.

Digital Trends on MSN · 18h

TikTok is drastically changing who can use beauty filters. Here’s what’s happening

In recent years, the U.K. and the EU have introduced new regulations and initiatives to safeguard young individuals from the potential harms associated with beauty filters. In response to these developments, TikTok has announced new rules designed to enhance protection for users aged 13 to 18.

Florida social media influencer arrested

ABC · 2d

Social media influencer arrested after filming herself getting ready to steal from store using fake barcodes: Police

A 22-year-old social media influencer on TikTok with nearly 300,000 followers has been arrested after using fake barcodes to steal from Target, police said.

USA TODAY on MSN · 1d

Florida social media influencer arrested after police say she filmed herself while shoplifting

Police say the influencer, who documented her life for almost 300,000 followers on TikTok, used fake bar codes to scan items while buying items.

CNN · 1d

TikTok influencer posted herself going shopping at Target. Police say she was actually shoplifting

A social media influencer Marlena Velez was arrested for theft after police used her own posts to find her, according to a Cape Coral Police press -release. Police tracked down the suspect after an anonymous caller helped them identify the suspect on Instagram and TikTok.

Australia nears social media ban for children

Bloomberg L.P. on MSN · 2d

Meta, TikTok, Google Slam Australia’s Under-16 Social Media Ban

Global tech giants including Meta, TikTok and Google have heavily criticized Australian legislation to ban children under 16 from accessing social media platforms, setting the stage for a policy fight as the government tries to push the bill through parliament this week.

CNN on MSN · 3d

School bullies have moved online. But is banning all under-16s from social media really the answer?

The Australian government introduced what it’s called “world-leading” legislation in parliament this week to wipe social media accounts – including Snapchat, TikTok, Facebook, Instagram, Reddit and X – from the devices of children under 16.

The Associated Press on MSN · 23h

Australia's social media ban for kids is closer to becoming law

Australia’s House of Representatives on Wednesday passed a bill that would ban children younger than 16 years old from social media, leaving it to the Senate to finalize the world-first law. The major parties backed the bill that would make platforms including TikTok,

TikTok’s owner ByteDance sues intern for $1.1 million in damages over AI breach

TikTok’s parent company ByteDance reportedly filed a lawsuit at a court in Beijing against a former intern on charges of ...

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Most People Use TikTok for This One Reason

Why do you go on social media? Is it solely for entertainment, or maybe to connect with friends and family? A new study from ...

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Romania’s 'TikTok Messiah' candidate is a stark premiere for Europe

Romania's unknown extremist candidate, Călin Georgescu, won the first round of elections all thanks to a massive TikTok ...

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Study: One in five young people spend a dangerous amount of time on TikTok, more than two hours a day

One in five young Spaniards spend more than two hours a day on TikTok and exceeds the recommended limits for the use of ...

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Trump’s surgeon general pick called to ban social media for teenagers

Donald Trump's nominee for surgeon general has strict views on social media that align with Australia's plans for ...

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Why Blastup’s New Design and TikTok Services Make Social Media Growth Easier Than Ever

With social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram booming, standing out and gaining traction can be challenging. To meet ...

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Romanian telecoms regulator calls for TikTok suspension pending election probe

The deputy head of Romania's telecoms regulator will start the official process of suspending social media platform TikTok ...

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How TikTok’s Trump Whisperer Changed Minds in Washington

Tony Sayegh, the head of public affairs at one of TikTok’s biggest investors, led the effort to win Trump’s support for the ...

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