US Senators Demand App Stores Remove X and Grok Over Illegal Content
US Democratic senators urge Apple and Google to suspend Elon Musk’s X and Grok apps over concerns about illegal AI-generated explicit content and child safety risks.
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TikTok Finalizes U.S. Joint Venture to Secure Future Operations
TikTok secures its U.S. operations through a new joint venture with Oracle, Silver Lake, and MGX, ensuring data security and continuity for 170 million American users. Deal set to close in January 2026.
American RedNote Users Gain Insights into China’s Vibrant Urban Life
American users on RedNote engage with Chinese netizens, gaining valuable insights into China’s urban life and cultural vibrancy, fostering cross-cultural understanding.
Moroccan Influencer Builds Snowman with Rice to Support Harbin 2025
Moroccan influencer El Batoul Nejjaoui builds a rice snowman to support the Harbin 2025 Asian Winter Games, joining a global campaign to cheer on the event.
Brazil’s Supreme Court President Warns of AI Risks to Journalism and Social Media
Brazil’s Supreme Court president, Luiz Antonio Barroso, discusses potential risks of artificial intelligence on journalism and social media in an interview with CGTN’s Paulo Cabral.
American TikTok Refugees Embrace Chinese Culture on RedNote
American content creators are embracing Chinese culture on RedNote after the U.S. threatened to ban TikTok, sharing their positive experiences and fostering cross-cultural connections.
Bidders Line Up for TikTok as App’s Future Remains Uncertain
Tech giants and social media stars are lining up to acquire TikTok’s U.S. operations as the Chinese app’s fate remains uncertain. The complex acquisition process draws global attention.
Social Media Sparks Revival of Traditional Etiquette Among China’s Youth
Young people in south China’s Chaoshan region are embracing traditional etiquette, transforming their lifestyles under the guidance of ‘li’ (ritual), with social media influencers like Jiu Yue leading the way.
Americans Embrace Xiaohongshu to Learn Mandarin and Connect with Chinese Culture
Americans are embracing Xiaohongshu, or RedNote, to learn Mandarin and connect with Chinese culture, fostering mutual understanding and bridging cultural gaps.
American Influencer Discovers Real China Through Social Media Connections
American influencer Kris Dew discovers the real China by engaging with netizens on Xiaohongshu, experiencing overwhelming hospitality and dispelling misconceptions influenced by U.S. media.
TikTok Restores Service in the U.S. After Brief Shutdown Due to Ban
TikTok restored service in the United States on Sunday after a brief shutdown due to a new law banning the app on national security grounds, leaving users uncertain about its future.
TikTok Restores Services in the U.S. Following Trump’s Executive Order
TikTok restores services in the U.S. after President-elect Donald Trump announces plans to revive the app when he returns to power on Monday.
Coco Gauff Expresses Hope Amid TikTok Ban in the United States
Tennis star Coco Gauff shares her hopes that TikTok will continue operating in the U.S. despite legislative actions leading to its shutdown.
Oracle Set to Shut Down TikTok Servers Ahead of U.S. Ban
Oracle prepares to shut down TikTok’s U.S. servers ahead of a U.S. law banning the app from Sunday, potentially impacting millions of users and raising questions about the future of the platform.
TikTok to Become Temporarily Unavailable in the U.S. on Sunday
TikTok announced to U.S. users that the app will be temporarily unavailable starting Sunday due to a new law banning the platform. Users were met with a message about the impending service disruption.
Chinese ‘Little Sweet Potatoes’ Welcome ‘TikTok Refugees’ to RedNote
Millions of American “TikTok refugees” are flocking to Chinese platform RedNote, where “Little Sweet Potatoes” welcome them with open arms, forging new digital connections amid a looming TikTok ban.
TikTok Ban Spurs Shift to Xiaohongshu as Trump Prepares to Assume Presidency
As TikTok faces a ban on January 19, American users turn to Chinese app Xiaohongshu, while President-elect Trump considers suspending the ban for up to 90 days.
Cross-Cultural ‘Life Audits’ Flourish on Xiaohongshu Amid TikTok Exodus
The migration of TikTok creators from the U.S. has ignited cross-cultural ‘life audits’ on Xiaohongshu, fostering dialogue and challenging stereotypes between Chinese and American netizens.
Life ‘Audits’ on Xiaohongshu Break Down Cross-Cultural Stereotypes
The migration of American TikTok creators to Xiaohongshu sparks cross-cultural exchanges, as netizens compare lives, challenge stereotypes, and foster mutual understanding.
Xiaohongshu’s “Life Audits” Spark Cross-Cultural Dialogue Amid TikTok Exodus
An influx of TikTok creators to Xiaohongshu has sparked “life audits” between Chinese and American netizens, breaking down stereotypes through candid discussions about daily life, costs, and culture.