YouTube has established a $100 million fund in an effort to attract creators to its YouTube Shorts TikTok competitor.
Mobile App Usage Up 30%, Hits 4.2 Hours Per Day
A new report shows how much mobile app usage has grown during the pandemic, reaching 4.2 hours per day, a 30% increase over 2019.
Microsoft In Talks to Purchase Discord
Shortly after reports that Discord was investigating a sale, a new report says that Microsoft has emerged as a front-runner in the discussions.
TikTok Draws Scrutiny and Warning From EU
TikTok is once again under scrutiny for its data practices, with the EU warning that some data may be making its way to China.
TikTok Settles Privacy Suit For $92 Million
TikTok has agreed to pay $92 million to settle a lawsuit in the US over its privacy practices.
TikTok Runs Afoul of European Consumer Law
TikTok has found itself in trouble with the European Consumer Organisation BEUC, as a result of multiple infractions against EU consumer laws.
Biden Administration Reviewing WeChat Ban
The Biden administration is reviewing an attempted ban of WeChat, amid a broader review of the previous administration’s actions against Chinese platforms.
Oracle’s TikTok Purchase On Hold Indefinitely
Oracle’s bid to purchase TikTok, in conjunction with Walmart, is on hold indefinitely as a result of the change in administration.
TikTok Improves Privacy Protections For Children
TikTok has announced a number of changes aimed at improving privacy protections for children on its platform.
Trump Administration Bans More Chinese Apps
The Trump administration is moving to ban additional Chinese apps, with President trump signing an executive order targeting eight.