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theregister
8 months ago

The bell tolls for TikTok as lifelines to avoid January 19 US ban vanish

1. TikTok faces a looming ban in the US on January 19, 2025, unless it is sold to a US buyer or granted a reprieve; 2. The US government views TikTok as a national security risk due to its Chinese ownership, despite ByteDance's denials; 3. Efforts to delay the ban through legal challenges or legislative action have so far been unsuccessful, and potential buyers face significant hurdles.
US-China relationssocial media
seekingalpha
8 months ago

Will Elon Musk Take The Reins At TikTok U.S.?

1. The owners of TikTok are considering various options if the U.S. Supreme Court upholds a law that could force a sale or ban of the app in the U.S. 2. A Bloomberg report suggests that Chinese officials are considering an option involving Elon Musk's X taking control of TikTok's U.S. operations. 3. The debate over TikTok's potential ban in the U.S. raises questions about the boundaries of the First Amendment and the role of social media in the 21st century.
TikToksocial media
tweaktown
8 months ago

European regulators put X in its sights with demands to turn over its algorithm

➀ European regulators have issued new orders requiring X to provide its recommendation algorithm for assessment to determine if it breaches any EU laws.

➁ The EU has demanded X provide it with internal documentation on the recommendation systems used across the website to serve users' content.

➂ The European Commission has requested X provide it with any documentation on recent changes to the content recommendation system and any planned changes between now and the end of 2025.

AIAlgorithmEURegulationsocial media
seekingalpha
10 months ago

Pinterest: Q3 Report Demonstrates $17B Enterprise Value Is Getting Ridiculous

1. Pinterest's Q3 update showcased strong fundamentals with 11% user growth and 18% revenue growth, yet the stock fell 16%, presenting a buying opportunity. 2. CEO Bill Ready's focus on AI and platform enhancements has driven significant engagement and monetization improvements, especially among Gen Z users. 3. Pinterest's Owner's Yield has increased to 11.7% due to the price drop and earnings growth, indicating strong potential returns with continued revenue growth and efficient R&D spending.
E-Commercesocial media
seekingalpha
12 months ago

Meta Platforms Gains From TikTok's Pains

1. Meta Platforms' stock has risen over 50% YTD due to the potential ban of TikTok in the US and the momentum in its FoA segment. 2. Meta has seen its DAU's and ARPU grow 6.5% and 14% YoY respectively, driven by audience overlap and strategic AI initiatives. 3. Despite the Reality Labs segment dragging down profitability, Meta's operating margins have increased by 900 basis points YoY.
investmentsocial mediatechnology
weixin
about 1 year ago

First Batch of 'Black Myth: WuKong' Players Already Selling Accounts on Xianyu

➀ 'Black Myth: WuKong' becomes a major internet sensation within 48 hours of its release, with players renting out their accounts on Xianyu. ➁ The game's release was anticipated with great excitement on platforms like Bilibili, with various content creators contributing to the hype. ➂ The game sparked a nationwide trend of taking time off work to play, with companies even granting employees a day off to enjoy the game. ➃ The game's success has also led to a resurgence of interest in 'Journey to the West' and has sparked a cultural output to international audiences. ➄ The game's popularity has extended to local tourism, with many regions claiming in-game locations as their own and promoting related tourism activities.
culturegamingsocial media