Tag #Social Media

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US Supreme Court Expected to Uphold TikTok Ban

A US Supreme Court ruling on January 19th is expected to uphold a ban on TikTok, impacting one-third of American adults who use the platform and altering the digital media landscape.

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US Stocks Surge on Positive Economic Data and Bank Earnings

US stock markets surged Wednesday, with the Dow up 703.27 points (1.65%), S&P 500 up 1.83%, and Nasdaq up 2.45%, driven by a cooler-than-expected CPI report and strong bank earnings; Israel and Hamas agreed to a ceasefire, though implementation is delayed; Target raised its fourth-quarter outlook; T...

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Biden's Farewell Warning: Oligarchy, Misinformation, and the Future of American Democracy

In a 19-minute farewell address, President Biden warned of a growing oligarchy in America, the dangers of misinformation, and the need for responsible AI development, urging Americans to stay engaged in the democratic process to protect their institutions and ideals.

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Xiaohongshu's US Surge Sends Linked Stocks Soaring

Fueled by a surge in US downloads exceeding 200 percent year-on-year, over 10 companies linked to the Chinese social media app Xiaohongshu hit their daily stock limits on Wednesday, reflecting investor confidence and highlighting the platform's growing international influence amid potential TikTok b...

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Trump Allies' Pressure on EU Social Media Laws Threatens Democracy

Experts warn that pressure from Trump's team to weaken European social media laws threatens democracy and long-term security; Elon Musk's aggressive actions on X, including support for Germany's far-right AfD, are raising serious concerns about democratic stability and potential electoral interferen...

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repubblica.it
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Zuckerberg Hosts Pre-Inaugural Reception for Trump

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg is hosting a pre-inauguration reception for Donald Trump on January 20th, alongside other Republican donors, following private meetings at Mar-a-Lago and the recent closure of Meta's US fact-checking program.

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TikTok Faces US Ban: Sale Uncertain Amid National Security Concerns

A US law may ban TikTok on January 19th unless its Chinese parent company, ByteDance, divests or shuts down US operations; several parties expressed purchase interest, but ByteDance refuses to sell, citing algorithm value and potential Chinese government disapproval.

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theguardian.com
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Queensland Woman Arrested for Allegedly Poisoning Child and Posting Exploitation Videos Online

A 34-year-old Queensland woman was arrested and charged with poisoning a one-year-old girl and posting videos of the child's suffering online to solicit donations and gain followers, resulting in over \$60,000 raised and an account with over 1 million followers.

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TikTok Ban Fuels Chinese Competitor Xiaohongshu's Explosive Growth

Due to an imminent US ban starting January 19th, TikTok users are migrating to the Chinese competitor Xiaohongshu, which has secured $917 million in funding and boasts over 300 million monthly users, capitalizing on a strategic marketing campaign on TikTok itself.

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Kremlin Disinformation Campaign Targets Ukraine Using Los Angeles Wildfires Narrative

A false claim that Ukrainian military officers' mansions burned in the Los Angeles wildfires, viewed over one million times on X, is part of a broader Kremlin campaign to discredit Ukraine and undermine U.S. support, using influencers to spread disinformation.

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forbes.com
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Generational Social Media Use and TikTok's Uncertain Future

A recent study reveals generational social media usage, with Gen Z and Alpha heavily favoring TikTok (58% and 85% respectively), while other generations prefer Facebook and YouTube; however, TikTok's future in the US is uncertain following a Supreme Court ruling, potentially shifting user engagement...

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TikTok's Potential Ban Fuels RedNote's US App Store Dominance

Facing a potential US ban on January 19, 2025, TikTok users flocked to the Chinese social media app RedNote, propelling it to the top of app stores as an alternative. RedNote, with 300 million monthly active users globally (December 2024), combines social media and e-commerce features, attracting us...

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