TikTok News & Updates for January 2025

TikTok Returns to US After 12-Hour Outage Following Trump's Assurances

22 hours ago

TikTok is restoring service in the US after a brief outage. The company thanked President Trump for clarifying that service providers would not face penalties for offering the app. A law threatening to ban TikTok was set to take effect, but Trump announced an executive order delaying the ban. While some lawmakers oppose this, TikTok expressed willingness to work with Trump on a long-term solution to remain in the US.

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TikTok Ban Becomes Reality as App Shuts Down in US

1 days ago

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TikTok has been banned in the U.S. due to a federal law, with users receiving notifications and the app no longer available in app stores. TikTok suggests this may be temporary, as President-elect Trump indicated he would work on a solution. The law requires TikTok's owner, ByteDance, to sell the app or face a ban over surveillance concerns. Trump may grant a 90-day reprieve, while alternative apps are gaining users.

TikTok denies report of potential sale to Elon Musk as pure fiction

5 days ago

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TikTok dismissed reports that China might allow the sale of its US operations to Elon Musk as "pure fiction." This follows a Bloomberg report suggesting that Chinese officials are considering a sale if the US Supreme Court upholds a ban on TikTok. The court is set to rule on a law requiring TikTok to sell its US operations by January 19 or face a ban. TikTok has repeatedly stated it will not sell, citing national security concerns.

TikTok Enhances Studio App with Post Scheduling Integration

10 days ago

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TikTok has enhanced its TikTok Studio by adding a post scheduling feature, improving content management for creators and businesses. This integration marks a significant upgrade, providing a more comprehensive platform. TikTok Studio offers robust management tools, including analytics and monetization features, serving as a hub for managing TikTok presence. The tool is accessible globally and available for download through app stores.

TikTok unveils 2025 What's Next Trend Report focusing on Brand Chem for marketers

11 days ago

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TikTok's What’s Next Trend Report 2025 focuses on Brand Chem, highlighting how brands engaged authentically with the community in 2024. It emphasizes collaboration with creators and outlines three Trend Signals: Brand Fusion, Identity Osmosis, and Creative Catalysts. These trends encourage brands to adapt to evolving consumer values, leverage AI, and create varied, authentic content to enhance engagement and connection.

TikTok Launches New "Content Check" Feature for Guidelines Compliance

11 days ago

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TikTok has launched "Content Check," a feature that lets creators verify their content against Community Guidelines before posting. Users can scan for potential violations, receiving results within 24 hours. If violations are found, TikTok may remove the post or limit its visibility. Creators must edit and resubmit content to comply. The system retains previous content check preferences, but passing the check does not guarantee permanent posting rights.

TikTok Introduces Music Streaming Integration for For You Feed

21 days ago

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TikTok has launched a feature that allows users to save songs from their For You feed to music streaming platforms, simplifying music discovery and collection. Users can add songs from TikTok content to their music libraries, but this is limited to songs without copyright restrictions to comply with licensing agreements. This update enhances TikTok's role in music discovery, linking social media content with music streaming services.

TikTok incentivizes users to shop and invite friends amid potential US ban

1 months ago

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TikTok is incentivizing users to engage with the app and shop ahead of a potential US ban. Users can earn up to $400 by inviting friends, daily check-ins, and browsing TikTok Shop items. Promotions appear on users' For You pages, and TikTok is pushing to develop shopping habits as it faces legal challenges. The app's owner, ByteDance, aims to significantly increase merchandise sales through TikTok Shop, which has already seen a rise in US sales.

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TikTok loses appeal against US ban as legal battle heads to Supreme Court

1 months ago

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TikTok's attempt to overturn a law that would ban or require its sale in the US by early 2025 was rejected by a federal appeals court, citing national security concerns over its Chinese ownership. TikTok plans to appeal to the Supreme Court, arguing the law violates free speech. Political dynamics may shift with Donald Trump's potential presidency, but strong anti-China sentiment in Congress remains. This ruling could greatly affect TikTok users and competitors.

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