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October 21, 2024 at 8:09 PM

California to require parents to save earnings for child influencers

California joins Illinois in requiring compensation for kids on social media.
October 21, 2024 at 8:09 PM
The state capitol building in Sacramento, Calif.
October 18, 2024 at 12:52 PM

‘Kindness’ influencers on TikTok give money to strangers. Why is that controversial?

A wave of influencers on TikTok and other social media platforms have started specializing in a trend they call “kindness content,” which usually entails recording a charitable act like giving money or goods to strangers in need
October 18, 2024 at 12:52 PM
Influencer Jimmy Darts poses for a portrait, Monday, Oct. 14, 2024, in Irvine, Calif. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello)
October 14, 2024 at 9:13 AM

13 TikTok-approved Halloween makeup ideas to try this season

Get into the Halloween spirit with these spooktacular makeup ideas straight from TikTok.
October 14, 2024 at 9:13 AM
Makeup artist Ciara McKeown uses the power of makeup and skill to transform into Winifred from the iconic Disney classic film "Hocus Pocus."
October 11, 2024 at 8:42 PM

Sandwich-making tips from TikTok’s ‘sandwich king’

Owen Han, author of “Stacked: The Art of the Perfect Sandwich,” shares his top tips live on “GMA.”
October 11, 2024 at 8:42 PM
VIDEO: Sandwich-making tips from TikTok’s ‘sandwich king’
October 9, 2024 at 8:19 AM

TikTok hit with lawsuits in 14 states

The states accused the company of intentionally creating an addictive app that's dangerous to children's mental health. TikTok claims its app is safe for young people.
October 9, 2024 at 8:19 AM
VIDEO: TikTok hit with lawsuits in 14 states
October 9, 2024 at 12:14 AM

Israel strikes Lebanon, states sue TikTok and Mega Millions markup

The IDF sends troops into Lebanon, 14 states sue TikTok over children's mental health and Mega Million announces a price increase for tickets next year. Our panel weighs in on today's top headlines.
October 9, 2024 at 12:14 AM
VIDEO: Israel strikes Lebanon, states sue TikTok and Mega Millions markup
October 8, 2024 at 5:59 PM

More than a dozen states sue TikTok

The District of Columbia and multiple states have filed lawsuits against TikTok, alleging the app is harming youth mental health by designing its platform to be addictive to kids.
October 8, 2024 at 5:59 PM
VIDEO: More than a dozen states sue TikTok
1 month ago

Teens discuss how social media reshapes childhood in FX docuseries

"Social Studies" examines the harsh realities of growing up online.
1 month ago
Subject Keshawn Domingo, left, was one of several teens who let their phones be screen recorded for FX's "Social Studies"
1 month ago

TikTok star Reesa Teesa talks new show

The viral TikTok star, who talked about marrying then divorcing a man she said turned out to be a pathological liar, chats about the next chapter of her life.
1 month ago
VIDEO: TikTok star Reesa Teesa talks new show
1 month ago

TikTok and WHO team up to raise awareness about medical trends

The social media platform and World Health Organization are joining forces to raise awareness and increase access to trustworthy medical information.
1 month ago
VIDEO: TikTok and WHO team up to raise awareness about medical trends
1 month ago

TikTok dad shares parenting stories to over 1 million followers

Dave Ogleton is one of a growing number of "dad-fluencers" taking over social media.
1 month ago
VIDEO: TikTok dad shares parenting stories to over 1 million followers
1 month ago

Yearlong collaboration between WHO and TikTok

The World Health Organization is teaming up with digital communication platforms, like TikTok, to promote health literacy globally. Dr. Darien Sutton explains.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Yearlong collaboration between WHO and TikTok
1 month ago

TikToker describes how people treated her differently after she lost 250 pounds

Samantha Milton said she even noticed her kids were treated differently when she was in a bigger body.
1 month ago
VIDEO: TikToker describes how people treated her differently after she lost 250 pounds
2 months ago

TikTok faces crucial court hearing Monday that could decide fate in US

Lawyers for the Chinese-owned social media giant are scheduled to argue in court on Monday, claiming the law that could ban the app is unconstitutional.
2 months ago
VIDEO: TikTok faces crucial court hearing Monday that could decide fate in US
2 months ago

TikTok star Chloe Bean talks alopecia journey

Ipsy Award winner and Baldie Bean founder Chloe Bean talks about her alopecia journey and TikTok success in honor of Alopecia Awareness Month.
2 months ago
VIDEO: TikTok star Chloe Bean talks alopecia journey
2 months ago

‘Demure’ diva Jools Lebron talks rise to TikTok fame

TikTok creator and beauty influencer Jools Lebron chats about her “very demure, very mindful” viral phrase.
2 months ago
VIDEO: ‘Demure’ diva Jools Lebron talks rise to TikTok fame
2 months ago

A look at TikTok's family safety plan

"GMA" shares an exclusive look at TikTok’s new plan to empower families to have conversations about online safety and well-being.
2 months ago
VIDEO: A look at TikTok's family safety plan
2 months ago

How teachers are using TikTok to get new ideas and inspire other teachers

ABC News’ Will Ganss takes a look at the teachers of TikTok who are inspiring students and each other by sharing advice and lessons from the classroom.
2 months ago
VIDEO: How teachers are using TikTok to get new ideas and inspire other teachers
2 months ago

Lawmakers cite study alleging Chinese government uses TikTok to influence US users

Congressman Josh Gottheimer, a co-author of the TikTok bill, says a new study supports concerns that China is using algorithmic manipulation to influence users' beliefs and behaviors.
2 months ago
VIDEO:  Lawmakers cite study alleging Chinese government uses TikTok to influence US users
2 months ago

Jools Lebron makes 'very demure' late night appearance

TikTok star Jools Lebron made a stylish TV debut on "Jimmy Kimmel Live!"
2 months ago
Jools Lebron appears on "Jimmy Kimmel Live."
2 months ago

The 'demure' trend and it’s influence on social media

ABC News contributor Mike Muse talks about TikTok’s newest "demure" trend and social media’s influence.
2 months ago
VIDEO: The 'demure' trend and it’s influence on social media
2 months ago

Videos from animal chiropractor blow up on TikTok

ABC News’ Linsey Davis speaks with Dr. Joren Whitley, a chiropractor for both men and animals, about finding social media fame and sharing his passion for animal care – from snakes to kangaroos.
2 months ago
VIDEO: Videos from animal chiropractor blow up on TikTok
3 months ago

TikTalk: Moth mom @talalovesyouart shares her beautiful collection of insects

ABC News' Phil Lipof speaks with TikTok sensation Tala Alleyene about amassing over 2 million followers who get to watch her as she raises a variety of moths and butterflies.
3 months ago
VIDEO: TikTalk: Moth mom @talalovesyouart shares her beautiful collection of insects
3 months ago

DOJ suing TikTok

The Department of Justice is taking aim at TikTok over how it allegedly handles private information provided by minors.
3 months ago
VIDEO: DOJ suing TikTok
3 months ago

DOJ sues TikTok, parent company over allegations of child privacy violations

The Department of Justice claims the company unlawfully collected the data of millions of children under the age of 13 and allowed them to create accounts without their parent's permission.
3 months ago
VIDEO: DOJ sues TikTok, parent company over allegations of child privacy violations
3 months ago

DOJ suing TikTok over alleged 'widespread' child privacy violations

The Justice Department accused TikTok and its parent company of unlawfully collecting and retaining data from children in violation of U.S. privacy laws.
3 months ago
The TikTok logo is displayed on the smartphone screen, on July 10, 2024.
3 months ago

Social media star Drew Afualo talks new book

Host of two hit podcasts, Drew Afualo shares her journey from TikTok star to author of new her memoir "LOUD," which serves as a manual to get the life you deserve.
3 months ago
VIDEO: Social media star Drew Afualo talks new book
3 months ago

TikTok tracks how users engage with political issues: DOJ

The Department of Justice says in a new court filing that TikTok collects data on how American users view topics like religion, abortion and gun control.
3 months ago
VIDEO: TikTok tracks how users engage with political issues: DOJ
3 months ago

Department of Justice accuses TikTok of being a national security threat

The Department of Justice accused the popular social media platform TikTok of being a national security threat in new court filings. ABC News' Perry Russom reports.
3 months ago
VIDEO: Department of Justice accuses TikTok of being a national security threat
4 months ago

Country music sensation Austin Williams talks TikTok ride to success

ABC News' Linsey Davis speaks with viral content creator Austin Williams about being inspired by his Southern roots and the deep love for music that changed his life.
4 months ago
VIDEO: Country music sensation Austin Williams talks TikTok ride to success
4 months ago

Husband speaks out after late wife's goodbye video goes viral

Derek Rodenhausen, the husband of the late author Sarah Mandel, opens up about his wife's final TikTok video.
4 months ago
Sarah Mandel had one final video shared to her TikTok account following her death on June 1. The nearly two-minutelong video has since gone viral.
4 months ago

Racial equality groups join fight against potential TikTok ban

Senior Advisor for the Muslim Public Affairs Council Faiyaz Hussain describes how the ban on the platform would strip away an essential tool minority groups use for advocacy.
4 months ago
VIDEO: Racial equality groups join fight against potential TikTok ban
4 months ago

Racial justice, civil rights groups join to fight potential TikTok ban

Supporters of the lawsuit argue the legislation threatens the First Amendment rights of 170 million U.S. users and would effectively ban the app.
4 months ago
In this photo illustration, the TikTok app is displayed on an iPhone screen on April 24, 2024 in Miami.
4 months ago

Why is the US government trying to ban TikTok? 

Is it rational for the U.S. government to force the sale of TikTok from its Chinese parent company, ByteDance, over national security concerns?
4 months ago
Is it rational for the U.S. government to force the sale of TikTok from its Chinese parent company, ByteDance, over national security concerns?
4 months ago

TikTalk: Comedian and farmer Matt Mathews says making people laugh is 'rewarding'

ABC News' Linsey Davis speaks with content creator and comedian Matt Mathews about going viral after posting about life on a farm.
4 months ago
VIDEO: TikTalk: Comedian and farmer Matt Mathews says making people laugh is 'rewarding'
4 months ago

TikTok introducing AI avatars

The "Symphony" program allows brands to create AI-generated avatars of real influencers and actors to sell their products. ABC News' Emanuelle Saliba joins the show to explain how the program works.
4 months ago
VIDEO: TikTok introducing AI avatars
4 months ago

Retail sales stagger while TikTok introduces AI avatar ads

ABC News business reporter Alexis Christoforous reports on the latest economic trends.
4 months ago
VIDEO: Retail sales stagger while TikTik introduces AI avatar ads
5 months ago

TikTok’s news influence grows

TikTok is becoming a rising news source. Lawmakers are raising concerns about its impact on younger audiences.
5 months ago
VIDEO:  TikTok’s news influence grows
5 months ago

Young people turn to TikTok to cope with cancer

Natasha Allen and other young people are using TikTok to not only share their cancer journeys, but to also find community.
5 months ago
VIDEO: Young people turn to TikTok to cope with cancer
5 months ago

The looming U.S. ban or sale of TikTok is putting free speech, livelihoods at risk

Congress passed a law to potentially ban a platform that is a source of income for many--Some TikTok users are questioning how to balance the right to free speech and national security concerns.
5 months ago
VIDEO:  The looming U.S. ban or sale of TikTok is putting free speech, livelihoods at risk
5 months ago

TikTok family on the story behind viral Four Seasons 1-year-old baby girl

ABC News’ Stephanie Ramos spoke with the family behind the viral Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts baby.
5 months ago
VIDEO: TikTok family on the story behind viral Four Seasons 1-year-old baby girl
5 months ago

TikTok sensation Kim Hale performs in 'Chicago'

We follow Kim Hale as she fulfills her dream of performing in a Broadway show
5 months ago
VIDEO: TikTok sensation Kim Hale performs in 'Chicago'
5 months ago

TikTok tests 60 minute video uploads for select users

The company’s goal is to compete with YouTube by allowing more detailed content.
5 months ago
VIDEO:  TikTok tests 60 minute video uploads for select users
5 months ago

Tik Talk: Chef Josh Scherer dishes on creating one-of-a-kind recipes

ABC News’ Linsey Davis spoke with chef and content creator Josh Scherer on inventing unique recipes for “Mythical Kitchen” and how he hopes the new generation of chefs will inspire people.
5 months ago
VIDEO: Tik Talk: Chef Josh Scherer dishes on creating one-of-a-kind recipes
5 months ago

TikTok users file lawsuit against US government

TikTok users have filed a lawsuit against the U.S. government, claiming the recent legislation is a violation of their first amendment right. ABC News contributor Brian Buckmire explains.
5 months ago
VIDEO: TikTok users file lawsuit against US government
6 months ago

TikTok creators suing over TikTok ban

A group of TikTokers are suing the federal government over the new law that could potentially ban the popular social media platform boasting over a billion users worldwide.
6 months ago
VIDEO: TikTok creators suing over TikTok ban
6 months ago

TikTok creators file lawsuit against federal government

The move comes as a new law could eventually lead to the app being banned in the U.S.
6 months ago
VIDEO: TikTok creators file lawsuit against federal government
6 months ago

Creators file lawsuit in fight to save TikTok

Content creators are suing the government to stop a potential ban of the social media platform. ABC News' Rhiannon Ally reports on their argument.
6 months ago
VIDEO:  Creators file lawsuit in fight to save TikTok
6 months ago

TikTok increases its control over content

The social media company is adding a feature allowing it to automatically label AI-generated content created on other platforms.
6 months ago
VIDEO:  TikTok increases its control over content
6 months ago

TikTok rolls out feature to label AI content

"GMA" looks at the new feature to label AI-created content in an effort to help battle misinformation.
6 months ago
VIDEO: TikTok rolls out feature to label AI content