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How TikTok Lost the War in Washington
Coordinated efforts by its critics and missteps by the company led to the law forcing a sale or ban of the popular app.The Wall Street Journal - Tech - Tiktok -
On TikTok, Potential Ban of App Leads to Resignation and Frustration
While Congress says the social app is a security threat, critics of the law targeting it say it shows how out of step lawmakers are with young people.The New York Times - Tech -
OnlyFans investigated over children accessing porn
Ofcom suspects the platform is not doing enough to stop under-18s accessing explicit material.BBC News - Top stories -
OnlyFans investigated over claim children accessed pornography
Ofcom looks into whether website for adult performers failed to properly implement age-verification checks. The UK communications watchdog has opened an investigation into whether OnlyFans allowed children to view pornography on its website after ...The Guardian - World -
Patreon's TikTok Ban Takedown Post Is a Master Class in Attracting Future Clients
Patreon says it's worried about volatility in the creator economy, and its pseudo sales pitch to attract creators unseated from TikTok is a good example of on-brand messaging.Inc. - Business - Tiktok -
Biden Signs TikTok Ban Bill Into Law. Here’s What Happens Next.
President Biden has signed the bill to force a sale of the video app or ban it. Now the law faces court challenges, a shortage of qualified buyers and Beijing’s hostility.The New York Times - Tech - Joe Biden -
TikTok honors 15 creators for Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month
TikTok is celebrating a group of 15 creators, business owners and “industry disruptors” for this year’s Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month.NBC News - Top stories - Tiktok -
TikTok Broke the Tech Law Logjam. Can That Success Be Repeated?
For years, federal lawmakers have tried to pass legislation to rein in the tech giants. The TikTok law was their first success.The New York Times - Tech - Tiktok -
Most Americans View TikTok as a Chinese Influence Tool, Poll Shows
AReuters/Ipsos survey shows huge support for the idea that the social media platform is being used to shape U.S. public opinion.Inc. - Business - Tiktok -
How Marc Jacobs Cracked the Code for Going Viral on TikTok
The fashion label is tapping creators to make user-generated content. A social media expert explains why the tactic is working--and what smaller brands can learn from it.Inc. - Business - Tiktok -
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Finnish hacker imprisoned for accessing thousands of psychotherapy records and demanding ransoms
A Finnish court has sentenced a 26-year-old man to more than six years in prison for hacking thousands of patient records at a private psychotherapy center and seeking ransom from some patients over the sensitive dataABC News - Tech -
MLB Fans in Some Cities Lose Access to Local Games in Distribution Spat
Comcast and Diamond Sports Group failed to reach a new carriage agreement, leaving subscribers in some markets without access to Bally Sports regional networks.The Wall Street Journal - World - MLB -
Ofcom investigates OnlyFans over children’s access to adult content
UK watchdog steps up regulation of video-sharing sites as platform used by sex workers comes under scrutinyFinancial Times - Business -
Where Is Abortion Legal in the U.S.? A State-by-State Guide to Abortion Access
Abortion access in the U.S. has changed considerably since the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade. Track where abortion is now legal, banned or under threat.The Wall Street Journal - World - Abortion -
Ofcom investigates OnlyFans over children’s access to adult content
UK watchdog steps up regulation of video-sharing sites as platform used by sex workers comes under scrutinyFinancial Times - World -
Sins of a Solar Empire II is coming to Steam following Epic early access
Sins of a Solar Empire II is finally coming to Steam a year-and-a-half after it launched on the Epic Games Store.VentureBeat - Tech -
MLB Fans in Some Cities Lose Access to Local Games in Distribution Spat
Comcast and Diamond Sports Group failed to reach a new carriage agreement, leaving subscribers in some markets without access to Bally Sports regional networks.The Wall Street Journal - Business - MLB -
How TikTok grew from a fun app for teens into a potential national security threat
If it feels like TikTok has been around forever, that’s probably because it has, at least if you’re measuring via internet timeABC News - Tech - Tiktok -
What Is TikTok Worth? Some Say $20 Billion, Others Say $100 Billion
The answer depends partly on whether TikTok bundles the U.S. and international businesses, and if it includes its coveted algorithm.The Wall Street Journal - Tech - Tiktok -
Instagram and Twitch roll out new TikTok-like short-form video discovery features
Instagram and Twitch rolled out new features this week that would boost short-form video content in ways reminiscent of TikTok’s discovery algorithm.NBC News - Top stories - Tiktok -
The Affordable Connectivity Program Ends Today. Millions of Americans Might Lose Internet Access
The Affordable Connectivity Program—a federal benefit that provides discounts on high-speed internet access to low-income Americans—ends on April 30. Here's what happens next.Wired - Tech -
Florida's 6-week abortion ban takes effect as doctors worry women will lose access to health care
Florida’s ban on most abortions after six weeks of pregnancy has gone into effect, and some doctors are concerned that women in the state will no longer have access to needed health careABC News - Health - Abortion -
Florida's 6-week abortion ban takes effect, cutting off access in much of the South
A ban on abortions after six weeks of pregnancy took effect in Florida on Wednesday. Before that, the state had been a refuge for abortion access in the South.NBC News - Top stories - Abortion -
Florida’s six-week abortion ban takes effect, ending access in south-east US
State supreme court last month cleared the way for the ‘awful’ ban, but also allowed November ballot measure for abortion. A six-week abortion ban went into effect on Wednesday in Florida, cutting off access to the procedure before many people ...The Guardian - World - Abortion -
Florida's 6-week abortion ban takes effect, cutting off access in much of the South
A ban on abortions after six weeks of pregnancy took effect in Florida on Wednesday. Before that, the state had been a refuge for abortion access in the South.NBC News - Politics - Abortion