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March 31, 2023, 3:02 PM

How a little-known agency holds power over TikTok's future

Under pressure from the U.S. government, TikTok is now facing the music with the possibility of a nationwide ban if it defies a government order to sell to an American company — unless the popular social media app can convince a high-powered panel that...
March 31, 2023, 3:02 PM
How a little-known agency holds power over TikTok's future
March 28, 2023, 4:14 PM

No evidence of TikTok national security threat but reason for concern, experts say

TikTok faces a potential U.S. ban as bipartisan hostility grows.
March 28, 2023, 4:14 PM
No evidence of TikTok national security threat but reason to worry, experts say
March 28, 2023, 2:09 PM

TikToker uses cash stuffing method to pay off debt and launch business

Here's how one TikToker was able to budget and pay off $26,000 in student loan debt using the cash stuffing method and launch a new full-time job.
March 28, 2023, 2:09 PM
TikToker uses cash stuffing method to pay off debt and launch business
March 27, 2023, 5:27 PM

New warnings as ashwagandha health trend takes over TikTok

Studies have shown that the herbal supplement ashwagandha can help with anxiety but some TikTokkers are warning users of the possible side effects.
March 27, 2023, 5:27 PM
New warnings as ashwagandha health trend takes over TikTok
March 27, 2023, 4:05 PM

Woman finds therapy through cleaning gravestones

Alicia Williams posts videos of herself cleaning gravestones online, where they have captured the attention of millions of people.
March 27, 2023, 4:05 PM
Woman finds therapy through cleaning gravestones
March 26, 2023, 4:38 PM

Tiktok CEO testimony increased the ‘likelihood’ of ban: Rep. Mike Gallagher

ABC News’ Martha Raddatz interviews Reps. Mike Gallagher and Raja Krishnamoorthi on “This Week.”
March 26, 2023, 4:38 PM
Tiktok CEO testimony increased the ‘likelihood’ of ban: Rep. Mike Gallagher
March 26, 2023, 3:59 PM

Congress closer to a TikTok ban or forced sale after CEO's concerning testimony, Gallagher says

Congress is now more likely to take action on TikTok like a ban or forcing a sale to an American company, Rep. Mike Gallagher said on "This Week"
March 26, 2023, 3:59 PM
Congress closer to TikTok ban or forced sale after CEO's testimony: Gallagher
March 26, 2023, 2:32 PM

Gap grows between TikTok users, lawmakers on potential ban

On the one side are dozens of lawmakers on Capitol Hill issuing dire warnings about security breaches and possible Chinese surveillance
March 26, 2023, 2:32 PM
Gap grows between TikTok users, lawmakers on potential ban
March 24, 2023, 9:25 PM

Lawmakers skeptical about TikTok CEO’s responses on safety, spying concerns

TikTok creators are on edge after CEO Shou Zi Chew was grilled by lawmakers about the app’s privacy and security, especially when it comes to foreign involvement.
March 24, 2023, 9:25 PM
Lawmakers skeptical about TikTok CEO’s responses on safety, spying concerns
March 24, 2023, 8:12 PM

France bans TikTok, Twitter from government staff phones

France says it's banning the “recreational″ use of TikTok, Twitter, Instagram and other apps on government employees' phones
March 24, 2023, 8:12 PM
March 24, 2023, 8:04 PM

New Utah laws require minors to get parental consent to open, maintain social media accounts

Two new Utah laws aim to restrict harm caused by social media to minors.
March 24, 2023, 8:04 PM
Minors will need parental consent to open, maintain social media accounts in Utah
March 24, 2023, 7:11 PM

TikTok CEO faces bipartisan grilling from Capitol Hill lawmakers

Lawmakers signaled growing skepticism about TikTok after CEO Shou Zi Chew testified about the app and its parent company ByteDance, insisting steps have been taken to protect the data of its U.S. users.
March 24, 2023, 7:11 PM
TikTok CEO faces bipartisan grilling from Capitol Hill lawmakers
March 24, 2023, 3:51 PM

What’s next for TikTok?

The app faces an uncertain future in the U.S. after the company’s CEO faced bipartisan criticism on Capitol Hill over the app’s potential risk to national security. ABC News’ Justin Finch reports.
March 24, 2023, 3:51 PM
What’s next for TikTok?
March 24, 2023, 1:30 PM

Congress grills TikTok CEO as app faces possible US ban

The video-sharing platform is under increasing pressure to address concerns over potential threats to national security and the mental health of young users.
March 24, 2023, 1:30 PM
Congress grills TikTok CEO as app faces possible US ban
March 24, 2023, 4:04 AM

Lawmaker presses TikTok CEO on the app's 'blackout challenge'

TikTok is facing several lawsuits from parents who say their children died attempting the blackout challenge.
March 24, 2023, 4:04 AM
Lawmaker presses TikTok CEO on the app's 'blackout challenge'
March 24, 2023, 2:18 AM

Political implications of possible TikTok ban as lawmakers grill CEO

ABC News’ Jay O’Brien is on Capitol Hill with the latest on the TikTok hearing as contributor and Google Policy Fellow Mike Muse discusses the political implications of a ban of the Chinese-owned app.
March 24, 2023, 2:18 AM
Political implications of possible TikTok ban as lawmakers grill CEO
March 24, 2023, 12:55 AM

TikTok CEO testifies amid growing calls to ban app

ABC News’ Jay O’Brien and Javed Ali, a former Trump administration official and cybersecurity expert, break down testimony from the CEO of the social media app TikTok on Capitol Hill Thursday.
March 24, 2023, 12:55 AM
TikTok CEO testifies amid growing calls to ban app
March 24, 2023, 12:40 AM

Congress grills TikTok owners as lawmakers weigh ban

Congress members pressed TikTok CEO Shou Chew on several issues including security, misinformation and mental health.
March 24, 2023, 12:40 AM
Congress grills TikTok owners as lawmakers weigh ban
March 23, 2023, 11:47 PM

TikTok CEO grilled by skeptical lawmakers on safety, content

A nearly six-hour grilling of TikTok’s CEO by lawmakers brought the platform’s 150 million U.S. users no closer to an answer as to whether the app will be wiped from their devices
March 23, 2023, 11:47 PM
TikTok CEO faces off with Congress over security fears
March 23, 2023, 11:47 PM

TikTok CEO grilled by skeptical lawmakers on safety, content

A nearly six-hour grilling of TikTok’s CEO by lawmakers brought the platform’s 150 million U.S. users no closer to an answer as to whether the app will be wiped from their devices
March 23, 2023, 11:47 PM
TikTok CEO faces off with Congress over security fears
March 23, 2023, 11:22 PM

TikTok pulls video apparently threatening chair of House Energy and Commerce Committee

The video was brought to the attention to the CEO during the hearing and was pulled down after allegedly being on the social media site for 41 days.
March 23, 2023, 11:22 PM
TikTok pulls video apparently threatening chair of House Energy and Commerce Cmte.
March 23, 2023, 11:14 PM

TikTok CEO on national security fears: 'I have not seen any evidence'

Rep. Debbie Lasko of Arizona listed various nations that have warned about the Chinese government accessing and exploiting TikTok user data.
March 23, 2023, 11:14 PM
TikTok CEO on national security fears: 'I have not seen any evidence'
March 23, 2023, 9:59 PM

TikTok CEO promises to prioritize safety, firewall protection from foreign access

With President Joe Biden and lawmakers threatening to ban TikTok, CEO Shou Zi Chew testified before the House Energy and Commerce Committee on the data security threat posed by TikTok.
March 23, 2023, 9:59 PM
TikTok CEO promises to prioritize safety, firewall protection from foreign access
March 23, 2023, 9:42 PM

Chew says US should 'preserve' section 230

The TikTok CEO said that section 230 has been "very important for freedom of expression on the internet."
March 23, 2023, 9:42 PM
Chew says US should 'preserve' section 230
March 23, 2023, 9:37 PM

Can face taping get rid of wrinkles?

ABC News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jen Ashton weighs in on face taping for wrinkles as the trend takes over social media.
March 23, 2023, 9:37 PM
Can face taping get rid of wrinkles?
March 23, 2023, 8:36 PM

TikTok CEO confronted by lawmakers on tackling misinformation on the app

Rep. Diana DeGette of Colorado said TikTok's plan to tackle misinformation was "not enough" for her.
March 23, 2023, 8:36 PM
TikTok CEO confronted by lawmakers on tackling misinformation on the app
March 23, 2023, 8:02 PM

TikTok CEO Shou Chew testifies before House committee

"We want TikTok to be a place where teenagers come to learn," Chew said in his opening statement.
March 23, 2023, 8:02 PM
TikTok CEO Shou Chew testifies before House committee
March 23, 2023, 7:14 PM

Shou Chew faces questions on China's reported opposition to sale of TikTok

The House hearing comes as the social media platform with ties to China faces a ban in the U.S.
March 23, 2023, 7:14 PM
Shou Chew faces questions on China's reported opposition to sale of TikTok
March 23, 2023, 6:25 PM

TikTok CEO questioned over internal memo asking employees to 'downplay' China ties

The internal memo, referenced by Florida Rep. Kat Cammack, allegedly called on employees to "downplay the parent company ByteDance, downplay the China association, downplay AI."
March 23, 2023, 6:25 PM
TikTok CEO questioned over internal memo asking employees to 'downplay' China ties
March 23, 2023, 5:47 PM

Lawmakers grill TikTok CEO over ties to China

TikTok CEO Shou Chew said TikTok is not beholden to the Chinese Communist Party.
March 23, 2023, 5:47 PM
Lawmakers grill TikTok CEO over ties to China
March 23, 2023, 5:22 PM

TikTok CEO to testify on Capitol Hill

TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew will testify before a committee of House lawmakers amid a high-stakes standoff between the U.S. government and the China-based social media app over a potential ban.
March 23, 2023, 5:22 PM
TikTok CEO to testify on Capitol Hill
March 23, 2023, 4:32 PM

Why TikTok's security risks keep raising fears

The battle between the U.S. and China over TikTok came into full view when the social media platform’s CEO testified before Congressional lawmakers
March 23, 2023, 4:32 PM
Why TikTok's security risks keep raising fears
March 23, 2023, 4:03 PM

TikTok CEO heavily criticized by House committee over data and privacy concerns

The China-based app, which counts more than 150 million U.S. users each month, has faced growing scrutiny over fears that user data could be used to spread misinformation.
March 23, 2023, 4:03 PM
TikTok CEO heavily criticized by House committee over data and privacy concerns
March 23, 2023, 3:20 PM

TikTok CEO set to testify

Congress will hear on Thursday from the CEO, along with opponents and supporters of the app, amid threats to ban the app due to national security concerns. ABC News’ Justin Finch reports.
March 23, 2023, 3:20 PM
TikTok CEO set to testify
March 23, 2023, 1:02 PM

Holocaust survivor shares on TikTok to educate young people

Holocaust survivor Tova Friedman is a TikTok star at age 85, thanks to her 17-year-old grandson
March 23, 2023, 1:02 PM
Holocaust survivor shares on TikTok to educate young people
March 23, 2023, 11:32 AM

TikTok CEO to testify on Capitol Hill amid calls for ban on app

TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew will address a potential U.S. ban on the app, prepared remarks show.
March 23, 2023, 11:32 AM
TikTok CEO to testify on Capitol Hill amid calls for ban on app
March 23, 2023, 2:52 AM

By the Numbers: TikTok’s reach

A look at the numbers behind the popularity of the TikTok app in the U.S. as Congress weighs whether to take action to ban it over security and privacy concerns.
March 23, 2023, 2:52 AM
By the Numbers: TikTok’s reach
March 23, 2023, 2:32 AM

TikTok sends influencers to Washington as its troubles grow

TikTok is ramping up a public relations campaign to fend off the possibility of a nationwide ban by the Biden administration
March 23, 2023, 2:32 AM
TikTok CEO to tell Congress app is safe, urge against ban
March 22, 2023, 6:22 PM

TikTok CEO to promise firewall protection for Americans user data

The Chinese-owned company is expected to clarify its community guidelines and add new polices on AI and climate misinformation.
March 22, 2023, 6:22 PM
TikTok CEO to promise firewall protection for Americans user data
March 21, 2023, 11:08 PM

Former Trump official calls TikTok a 'digital virus'

Former Under Secretary of State Keith Krach joined "GMA3" to discuss why he viewed TikTok as a major cybersecurity threat.
March 21, 2023, 11:08 PM
Former Trump official calls TikTok a 'digital virus'
March 21, 2023, 7:23 PM

Former Trump administrator discusses possible TikTok ban

Keith Krach, former under secretary of state, discusses the best case the U.S. government can make against TikTok as its CEO testifies on Capitol Hill next week.
March 21, 2023, 7:23 PM
Former Trump administrator discusses possible TikTok ban
March 21, 2023, 3:02 PM

TikTok updates rules; CEO on charm offensive for US hearing

TikTok has rolled out updated rules and standards for content and its CEO warned against a possible U.S. ban on the video sharing app as he prepares to face Congress
March 21, 2023, 3:02 PM
March 18, 2023, 7:33 PM

'Uncharted territory': How would a TikTok ban in the US work?

Users could get around the nationwide ban but TikTok's audience would shrink, experts said.
March 18, 2023, 7:33 PM
Here's how a nationwide TikTok ban would work
March 18, 2023, 7:12 PM

DOJ investigates TikTok owner over potential spying on American journalists

Sources tell ABC News the Justice Department is investigating alleged spying by some employees of the social media app's parent company.
March 18, 2023, 7:12 PM
DOJ investigates TikTok owner over potential spying on American journalists
March 18, 2023, 5:26 PM

Singles taking to TikTok to divulge their dating disasters

Dating expert Bela Gandhi talks about the benefits of sharing experiences and her secrets to finding a better match.
March 18, 2023, 5:26 PM
Singles taking to TikTok to divulge their dating disasters
March 18, 2023, 1:17 AM

DOJ investigating TikTok owners for possible surveillance of US journalists: Sources

The investigation involves the Beijing-based company ByteDance, sources said.
March 18, 2023, 1:17 AM
DOJ investigating TikTok owners for possible surveillance of US journalists: Sources
March 17, 2023, 10:17 AM

Why TikTok's security risks keep raising fears

China is accusing the U.S. of spreading disinformation amid reports the Biden administration is calling for TikTok's Chinese owners to sell their stakes in the company
March 17, 2023, 10:17 AM
Why TikTok's security risks keep raising fears
March 17, 2023, 5:02 AM

New Zealand lawmakers banned from TikTok amid data use fears

New Zealand lawmakers and other workers inside the nation’s Parliament will be banned from having the TikTok app on their government phones
March 17, 2023, 5:02 AM
New Zealand lawmakers banned from TikTok amid data use fears
March 17, 2023, 2:16 AM

Tech expert: 'Data gathered from TikTok can be used to manipulate users'

ABC News' Linsey Davis spoke with Sarah Kreps, founder and director of the Tech Policy Institute at Cornell, about Congress' possible ban of TikTok in the U.S.
March 17, 2023, 2:16 AM
Tech expert: 'Data gathered from TikTok can be used to manipulate users'
March 17, 2023, 12:16 AM

White House threatens to ban TikTok over data safety concerns

The Biden administration warned TikTok that if its Chinese parent company doesn’t sell off its stake, the social media platform could be banned in the U.S.
March 17, 2023, 12:16 AM
White House threatens to ban TikTok over data safety concerns