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TikTok Ban Enforcement Delayed Until December 16, 2025
White House extends enforcement deadline for fourth time as administration pursues qualified divestiture solution.
US-China Deal Reached to Keep TikTok Operational
Framework agreement announced between Trump administration and China to maintain TikTok operations in the United States.
TikTok Launches AI Outline and Smart Split Features
Two new AI-powered tools designed to streamline video creation and enhance editing capabilities for creators.
TikTok Shop Kicks Off Biggest Holiday Season Ever
Platform launches largest holiday shopping campaign with special creator incentives and exclusive deals.
Creator Fund Replaced with Creator Rewards Program
New program requires 10K followers and 100K monthly views but offers up to 20x higher earnings.
Recent Updates
15 Articles
Understanding TikTok's De Jure Nationwide Ban Status
Explainer on why TikTok is technically banned but still operational, and what this means for creators.
TikTok Releases Personalized AI Avatar Stickers
Create custom stickers based on your likeness with AI-powered avatar generation technology.
New Mention Features for Liked and Favorited Videos
Users can now reference videos from their saved collections directly in their content.
TikTok Introduces New Playback Settings
Disable HDR videos and display object tags for enhanced viewing control and accessibility.
TikTok Shop Ranks as Third-Fastest Growing Brand in the US
Morning Consult research reveals 145% year-over-year growth in consumer favorability.
TikTok Shop Expands to France, Germany, and Italy
Major European expansion brings social commerce to 83 million new users across three countries.
TikTok Shop GMV Projected to Double by End of 2025
Industry analysts forecast explosive growth from $20B to $40B+ in gross merchandise value.
TikTok Shop Introduces Product Subscriptions
New recurring revenue model enables subscription-based purchasing for consumable products.
TikTok Algorithm Undergoes Eight Major Shifts in 2025
Enhanced personalization, off-platform behavior tracking, and retention focus reshape content distribution.
Retention Metrics Become Priority for Content Distribution
Completion rates and watch time at 3s, 15s, and 60s checkpoints now determine video distribution.
TikTok Search Volume Increases by Over 40%
Billions of daily searches prompt major platform investment in search advertising and SEO features.
Creator Rewards Offers Up to 20x Higher Earnings
New program delivers $0.40-$1.00 per 1K views compared to Creator Fund's $0.02-$0.04.
Only Videos Over 1 Minute Now Eligible for Monetization
Creator Rewards Program exclusively focuses on longer-form content, pushing creators to adapt strategy.
TikTok Unveils New Safety Features for Parents
Enhanced parental controls give families more visibility into teen account activity and customizable settings.
Age-Specific Privacy Features for Internet Safety Day 2025
Comprehensive age-based controls including nighttime restrictions and enhanced Family Pairing capabilities.
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