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Canada orders shutdown of TikTok's Canadian business, app access to continue

Canada orders shutdown of TikTok's Canadian business, app access to continue

Canada bans the TikTok app from government-issued devices, saying it presents an unacceptable level of risk to privacy and security.
Thu Nov 07 2024
ByteDance cuts over 700 jobs in Malaysia in shift towards AI moderation, sources say

ByteDance cuts over 700 jobs in Malaysia in shift towards AI moderation, sources say

Most employees in content moderation were notified of their dismissal via email late Wednesday, according to sources.
Fri Oct 11 2024
China leading generative AI patents race, UN report says

China leading generative AI patents race, UN report says

China filed over 38,000 GenAI inventions from 2014-2023, while the US filed 6,276 in the same period, WIPO reported.
Wed Jul 03 2024
What is so special about TikTok's technology

What is so special about TikTok's technology

Here's how it works and why it has attracted more discussion than technology used by it's rivals such as Instagram, YouTube and Snapchat.
Fri Apr 26 2024
ByteDance denies media report of plan to sell TikTok

ByteDance denies media report of plan to sell TikTok

U.S. President Joe Biden signed into law a bill that bans TikTok in the country if its owner, ByteDance, fails to divest the company.
Fri Apr 26 2024
TikTok CEO expects to defeat US restrictions: 'We aren't going anywhere'

TikTok CEO expects to defeat US restrictions: 'We aren't going anywhere'

Shou Zi Chew emphasizes that TikTok would continue to operate as the company challenges the restrictions.
Thu Apr 25 2024
What happens now that US TikTok bill has been passed?

What happens now that US TikTok bill has been passed?

Once Biden signs the bill, a 270-day clock starts during which ByteDance must sell TikTok.
Wed Apr 24 2024
US Senate passes bill to force TikTok divestment or face ban

US Senate passes bill to force TikTok divestment or face ban

it would require Chinese owner ByteDance to divest TikTok's US operations within about nine months or face a ban.
Wed Apr 24 2024
Why is the US government trying to ban TikTok?

Why is the US government trying to ban TikTok?

Here is a look at the effort to ban the app, its chances in the US Senate and what that would actually mean.
Tue Apr 23 2024
If you can’t beat 'em? European politicians embrace TikTok despite security fears

If you can’t beat 'em? European politicians embrace TikTok despite security fears

Mainstream politicians are wary of ceding ground to fringe parties who have successfully exploited its short video format.
Fri Apr 12 2024
FACTBOX - What do we know about TikTok’s Chinese owner, ByteDance?

FACTBOX - What do we know about TikTok’s Chinese owner, ByteDance?

Here is what we know about the Chinese company, which was valued at $268 billion in December.
Fri Mar 15 2024
EXPLAINER - Will TikTok be banned in the US and what is next for the bill?

EXPLAINER - Will TikTok be banned in the US and what is next for the bill?

US officials warn TikTok's management is beholden to the Chinese government.
Fri Mar 15 2024
US House passes bill to force ByteDance to divest TikTok or face ban

US House passes bill to force ByteDance to divest TikTok or face ban

The measure is the latest in a series of moves in Washington to respond to US national security concerns about China.
Thu Mar 14 2024
Ex-TikTok executive claims she was fired for reporting sex, age bias

Ex-TikTok executive claims she was fired for reporting sex, age bias

Katie Puris also claims TikTok refused to grant her leave to address medical conditions spurred by the stress and pressure of her job.
Fri Feb 09 2024
TikTok's transparency sets it apart from other social media

TikTok's transparency sets it apart from other social media

TikTok faces more legislative pressure than other social media giants.
Sat Jul 01 2023
Selangor records 1,354 out-of-wedlock teen pregnancies from 2023 to Sept 2024

Selangor records 1,354 out-of-wedlock teen pregnancies from 2023 to Sept 2024

Anfaal Saari emphasises the seriousness of the issue, especially involving children and teenagers under 18 years old.
Thu Nov 21 2024
ICC issues arrest warrants for Netanyahu and Gallant

ICC issues arrest warrants for Netanyahu and Gallant

The International Criminal Court (ICC) has issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant.
Thu Nov 21 2024
Elon Musk's Neuralink receives Canadian approval for brain chip trial

Elon Musk's Neuralink receives Canadian approval for brain chip trial

The study aims to assess the safety and initial functionality of its implant which enables people with quadriplegia.
Thu Nov 21 2024
Guitar bought by Beatles' teenage Harrison for GBP58 sells for more than GBP1 million

Guitar bought by Beatles' teenage Harrison for GBP58 sells for more than GBP1 million

A guitar bought by George Harrison for about GBP58 has sold at auction for more than GBP1 million (US$1.27 million), the PA Media news agenc
Thu Nov 21 2024
Duct-taped banana goes for $6.2 mln in Sotheby's art auction

Duct-taped banana goes for $6.2 mln in Sotheby's art auction

A piece of art that is little more than a banana duct-taped to a wall sold at auction to cryptocurrency entrepreneur.
Thu Nov 21 2024
Australian teen dies from tainted liquor in Laos; fourth suspected victim

Australian teen dies from tainted liquor in Laos; fourth suspected victim

Spurious liquor is a problem in Laos, with the govts of Australia and Britain warning citizens to be cautious when taking drinks there.
Thu Nov 21 2024
Woman found in freezer died from chest injuries - Police

Woman found in freezer died from chest injuries - Police

Preliminary post-mortem report reveals that the victim died from chest injuries caused by blunt trauma.
Thu Nov 21 2024
Malaysia, Vietnam to further cooperate in multiple sectors - PM

Malaysia, Vietnam to further cooperate in multiple sectors - PM

Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim says the collaboration will also leverage the ASEAN Energy Grid to foster regional growth.
Thu Nov 21 2024
Australia launches 'landmark' bill to ban social media for children under 16

Australia launches 'landmark' bill to ban social media for children under 16

Australia plans to trial an age-verification system that may include biometrics or govt identification to enforce social media age cut-off.
Thu Nov 21 2024
Court orders PDRM to complete investigations into Beng Hock's death within six months

Court orders PDRM to complete investigations into Beng Hock's death within six months

Judge says the claims and reliefs sought by the applicants are within the domain of public law both in pith and substance.
Thu Nov 21 2024