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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 · 2h

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 · 12h

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.

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ABC · 1d

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.

FOX News on MSN · 1d

Florida TikTok influencer arrested for stealing $500 worth of items at Target: police

Florida police have arrested a TikTok influencer after she was caught on Target security footage allegedly stealing $500 worth of 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

PEDESTRIAN.TV · 2h

Queen Of Viral TikToks Jojo Siwa Says Australia’s Social Media Ban Could Be A ‘Beautiful Thing’

Influencer Anna Paul, also appearing at the TikTok Awards, told PEDESTRIAN.TV that while her younger self would have “hated” the ban, she is now of the mind that social media is “so bad for your mental health.” It comes as the Senate is expected to oversee the proposed bill today to decide whether it should become law.

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.

The Record, Bergen County on … · 23h

Keeping TikTok from kids? Australia moves closer to children's social media ban

Australia on Wednesday moved closer to banning social media for children under the age of 16. Bill could become law by Thursday.

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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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Is TikTok's Coffee Loophole Diet Legit? Experts Unpack the Weight-Loss Hack

TikTok's coffee loophole diet is the latest weight-loss hack to make the rounds on social media. Here, dietitians weigh in on ...

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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 ...

Ever-Growing USA on MSN2d

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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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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Social Media Understands That Glinda the Good Witch Wasn't in the Mood to Hear Dorothy Sing

Glinda's Reaction to Dorothy singing in 'The Wizard of Oz' has found new life on TikTok. Fans of 'Wicked' are not picking ...

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Driver licence, Digital ID can still be collected by social media companies under amended teen ban bill

Social media companies like TikTok and Meta will still be able to collect driver licences, passports and Digital ID to decide ...

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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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