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TikTok Is Back in US App Stores

The move reportedly comes after US attorney general Pam Bondi reassured Apple and Google they would not be fined for hosting TikTok.

Wired - 6d

TikTok returns to Apple, Google app stores

TikTok has returned to the Apple and Google app stores.

CNBC - 6d

TikTok returns to Apple and Google app stores in the US

TikTok is again available on app stores in the US after President Donald Trump delayed a ban on the app.

BBC News - 6d

Apple, Google restore TikTok to their app stores

Since being pulled from Apple and Google stores last month, TikTok had remained operational for those in the U.S. who had already downloaded the app, though updates were unavailable.

CBS News - 6d

Apple and Google Restore TikTok to App Stores in the U.S.

The popular social media app was removed to comply with a new law that banned it in the United States. President Trump has paused enforcement of the ban.

The New York Times - 6d

Google, Apple return TikTok to U.S. app stores

TikTok has been restored to Google and Apple app stores in the United States for the first time Thursday night since January. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady has more.

CBS News - 6d

Apple and Google bring TikTok back to their U.S. app stores

Apple and Google have made TikTok available on their U.S. app stores again, they said Thursday evening.

NBC News - 6d

TikTok returns to Apple, Google app stores amid Trump ban delay

TikTok returned to the Apple and Google app stores Thursday evening after President Trump delayed the ban on the video sharing app last month. The Chinese-owned app was removed from the stores ...

The Hill - 6d

TikTok returns to Apple App Store and Google Play in US

Chinese social media platform again available for download in US as Donald Trump continues to mull its future there amid security concerns. TikTok returned to the US app stores of Apple and Google ...

The Guardian - 6d

TikTok returns to Apple and Google app stores. Why that’s an $850 billion risk.

TikTok was restored to app stores run by Apple Inc. and Alphabet Inc. on Thursday, after the tech giants were reportedly reassured by the Trump administration that they would not face legal ...

MarketWatch - 6d

S Korea removes Deepseek from app stores over privacy concerns

App stores in South Korea have removed DeepSeek over concerns about how it manages users' data.

BBC News - 3d

The Google/Epic Games app store showdown goes before Court of Appeals | The DeanBeat

We had a rare peek this week into the legal world of antitrust and its enforcement in the games industry.

VentureBeat - Feb. 7

2025: The Year of the AI App

The real competition in AI isn’t about foundation models. It’s about apps built on top of those models.

Wired - Feb. 7

The Incredible Shrinking Dating App

Common wisdom is that dating apps are over. But while millennials are tired of Tinder and upsells, swiping is alive and well.

Wired - Feb. 13

Are Dating Apps Getting Worse?

On this week’s episode of Uncanny Valley, we assess the state of swiping.

Wired - Feb. 13

Confessions of a Gay Priest on Hookup Apps

Reverend Paul Anthony Daniels believes love is everywhere—even on Jack’d.

Wired - 6d

In Europe, New Trains and a Streamlined Booking App

Also in the works: streamlined digital booking and Eurostar competition.

The New York Times - Feb. 10

What happens on dating apps ahead of Valentine's Day?

A match made in data: Hinge, Tinder, Bumble and OkCupid reveal some dating trends in the lead-up to Valentine's Day.

CBS News - Feb. 13

How Convenience Stores Can Win With Local Partnerships

From quick stop to hot spot, here are five ways your store can collaborate with nearby businesses.

Inc. - 6d

Joann Customers React to Store Closings and Bankruptcy

For quilters, knitters and crafters, Joann, which expects to close more than half of its stores after filing for bankruptcy, has been a one-stop shop — and more.

The New York Times - 6d

Best practices for storing physical gold safely

The right storage solution is critical to protecting your investment. Here's what gold investors need to know.

CBS News - 2d

Apple’s Invites App Requires an iCloud+ Subscription to Host an Event

Plus: Sonos’ next play is a streaming box, Amazon’s souped-up Alexa may land this month, VW’s cheapest ever EV, and Comcast adds Dolby support to its 4K Super Bowl stream.

Wired - Feb. 8

AI Will Save Dating Apps. Or Maybe Finally Kill Them

A slew of tools—from Iris Dating to Grindr’s forthcoming “wingman”—promise that they can increase your odds of finding someone with AI. So far, the results are mixed.

Wired - Feb. 10

Dating apps could be in trouble – here's what might take their place

For some Gen Zs, meeting online through shared hobbies is an alternative to the tyranny of the swipe.

BBC News - 6d

From Swipe to Sweat: How Athletic Clubs Replaced Dating Apps

Post-pandemic, fitness clubs have emerged as the best place to find romance IRL. No profile required.

Wired - 6d

Downloads of DeepSeek's AI apps paused in South Korea over privacy concerns

DeepSeek, a Chinese artificial intelligence startup, has temporarily paused downloads of its chatbot apps in South Korea while it works with local authorities to address privacy concerns, according ...

ABC News - 3d

South Korea Bans Downloads of DeepSeek, the Chinese A.I. App

Regulators said they would suspend the app until they could be sure it complied with the country’s data protection laws.

The New York Times - 3d

Here's how two apps are connecting Black-owned restaurants with new customers

EatOkra and Black Foodie Finder are two of the most popular apps showcasing and bringing new patrons to Black-owned businesses and Black food professionals.

CNBC - 2d

Take good pictures and embrace the apps: how to start dating

Experts say dating is ‘a numbers game’. Here are their tips on how best to play it. People love to tell singles to “put themselves out there” like they’re bits of fishing tackle. What does that ...

The Guardian - 2d

Shopify takes down Ye store selling swastika T-shirts

Shopify said Yeezy.com violated its policies by selling a shirt promoted by Ye, formerly known as Kanye West, emblazoned with a swastika.

CBS News - Feb. 11

Costco latest retailer to limit egg purchases: What are other stores doing?

Trying to stock up on eggs? You may have a hard time — if the shelves near you aren't already empty.

The Hill - Feb. 11

Your closed Party City may soon turn into one of these familiar stores

What used to be your local Party City store may soon be selling books, recliner chairs, cowboy boots or discount merchandise.

The Hill - Feb. 12

Explosion at Taiwan department store kills 1 and leaves 10 others hospitalized

Fire authorities in Taiwan say an explosion at a department store killed one person and left 10 others hospitalized

ABC News - Feb. 13

How to save money at the grocery store without compromising quality

Consumer Reports tested both name brands and store brands to determine which offers the best value. Deputy Editor Brian Vines shares practical tips to help you save on your next grocery run.

CBS News - Feb. 13

Grocery stores are rationing eggs as supply falls and prices rise

With prices rising rapidly, some of the nation’s biggest grocery store chains — including Trader Joe's, Walmart and Costco — have begun rationing eggs.

NBC News - 6d

Epic's Store Continues To Grow--And Free Games Aren't Going Anywhere

Epic has published its Epic Games Store Year In Review for 2024, revealing more details about the performance of its PC storefront and what it has planned for 2025. According to Epic, it saw 295 ...

GameSpot - 6d

As Joann Fabrics and JCPenney announce store closings, here's what's driving the pattern

The new year for brick-and-mortar retailers is picking up right where 2024 left off, as a slew of stalwart brands are set to shutter dozens of store locations amid shifting consumer patterns.

NBC News - 6d