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TikTok investigated over use of children's data

It will look into how the social media platform uses the data of 13 to 17-year-olds to recommend content.

BBC News - 1d

UK data protection watchdog investigating how TikTok uses children's personal data

The U.K.’s data protection watchdog says that it's investigating how TikTok uses the personal information of teenagers to deliver content recommendations to them when they use the social media ...

ABC News - 18h

Anglerfish That Surfaced Inspires Emotional Reactions on TikTok

An eerie looking creature from the ocean’s depths has become an unwitting inspiration for intense emotions.

The New York Times - Feb. 18

TikTok Taps Climeworks to Remove CO2 From the Atmosphere

The announcement comes as the Trump Administration has thrown emerging climate-related tech like direct air capture into flux.

Inc. - Feb. 19

‘We’re ready’: Frank McCourt on possibility of buying TikTok

McCourt's Project Liberty advocacy group submitted a bid to buy the U.S. assets of TikTok in early January.

The Hill - Feb. 21

TikTok seeks a deal and China brings a chip ‘shock’

The inside story on the Asia tech trends that matter, from Nikkei Asia and the Financial Times

Financial Times - 4d

TikTok's top artist Yeri Mua gets real on immigration, Bellakath beef

The reggaeton mexa star spoke with De Los during the U.S. leg of her Traka Tour.

Los Angeles Times - Feb. 20

'I make more in one hour on TikTok than a day in the shop'

Laura Mallows sells most of her products via TikTok but "dreams" of opening a physical shop once more.

BBC News - Feb. 22

‘Traditional flavours and modern ideas’ turn Swedish buns into a TikTok delight

The ‘fantasticallly delicious’ semla has gone from a simple Nordic springtime favourite to a Noma-approved delicacy. The earliest version of the Swedish semla was a 16th-century plain bread bun ...

The Guardian - Feb. 22

'Nightmare visit to beauty spot made me infamous on Tiktok'

Chelsea Coltart - whose car got damaged and was fined in the Peak District - wants to warn others.

BBC News - Feb. 23

Substack boosts video capabilities amid potential TikTok ban

As TikTok's future in the U.S. remains in limbo, San Francisco startup Substack is going after video creators in a move to expand its platform.

CNBC - Feb. 23

How TikTok Helped Germany’s Left to a Surprise Election Showing

Struggling a month ago, the Die Linke party surged into Parliament by riding a backlash against conservative immigration policy.

The New York Times - Feb. 24

TikTok profiting from sexual livestreams involving children, BBC told

Young women in Kenya tell the BBC they have used TikTok to sell sexual content since they were teenagers.

BBC News - 1d

Casey Anthony joins TikTok to announce new career as ‘legal advocate’

Florida mother acquitted of killing her only child says she’ll ‘advocate for my daughter’ and promotes Substack. Casey Anthony , the Florida mother controversially acquitted of killing her ...

The Guardian - 13h

‘Married men HATE glitter’: TikTokers take to crafty way to ward off cheaters

Glitter transfers easily and is tough to wash off, which is why women are using it to leave a message – and for revenge. Lipstick on the collar, a stray earring tucked into seat cushions: women ...

The Guardian - 4d

Defending Europe without the US

European capitals are attempting to fill the security gap

Financial Times - Feb. 21

The US is now the enemy of the west

Washington has decided to abandon both Ukraine and its postwar role in the world

Financial Times - 6d

Why are the Tate brothers in the US?

Andrew Tate and his brother Tristan have left Romania, where they were previously under a travel ban.

BBC News - 4d

The US Congress is missing in action

Capitol Hill is so far providing no check on Donald Trump’s power grab

Financial Times - 1d

$2 bills: Why does the US still print the rarely-used currency?

You may have never even held a $2 bill in your hand — so why do we still have it?

The Hill - 2d

Ukraine agrees minerals deal with US

Kyiv hopes agreement on jointly exploring resources will improve relations with Trump administration

Financial Times - 6d

US Republicans lost in Germany’s elections

American election meddling did not boost the far-right AfD’s prospects.

The Hill - 5d

How Fungi Move Among Us

Underground fungal networks are “living algorithms” that quietly help regulate Earth’s climate. Now scientists know what makes them so efficient.

The New York Times - 2d

What's next for US and Ukraine relations?

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy traveled to England to meet with British Prime Minister Starmer at Downing Street on Saturday.

ABC News - 2d

Trump announces US crypto reserve

President Trump announced Sunday that the U.S. would be creating a crypto reserve to boost the growing industry. “A U.S. Crypto Reserve will elevate this critical industry after years of corrupt ...

The Hill - 1d

US suspends military aid to Ukraine

Washington announces decision days after White House clash with Volodymyr Zelenskyy

Financial Times - 1h

If You’re Not Using a CRM, What Are You Waiting for?

Combine your CRM with direct marketing, and join the J.Crew and IKEA club.

Inc. - Feb. 19

Mexico to reform constitution in wake of US terrorism designations

Mexico President Claudia Sheinbaum says she will propose reforms to the country’s constitution to protect Mexico’s sovereignty after U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration designated six ...

ABC News - Feb. 20

The Watergate-Inspired Law That’s Being Used to Fight DOGE

Here's how the 1974 Privacy Act is being used in legal battles against DOGE—and how you can protect yourself from government surveillance.

Wired - Feb. 20

Using Ted Danson in ‘A Man on the Inside’ as Fashion Inspiration

A sartorial remaking, inspired by Ted Danson’s character on “A Man on the Inside.”

The New York Times - Feb. 20

US moves to dismiss SpaceX discrimination lawsuit

Elon Musk has objected to allegations that rocket maker unlawfully discriminated against asylum seekers and refugees

Financial Times - Feb. 21

Can Europe afford to defend itself without the US?

Also in this newsletter: The EU’s peace offering in Trump’s trade war

Financial Times - Feb. 21

DOGE Sparks Surveillance Fear Across the US Government

The US government has increased the use of monitoring tools over the past decade. But President Donald Trump’s employee purges are making workers worry about how their data could be abused.

Wired - Feb. 21

Denise Cheung, the US prosecutor resisting Trump

A lifetime public servant, the by-the-book lawyer is the latest to defend the integrity of an increasingly imperilled justice system

Financial Times - Feb. 21

Ros Atkins on... why this week matters for Europe and the US

The BBC's Analysis editor takes a look back at this week - and what it tells us about how the US sees Europe.

BBC News - Feb. 21

Trump Plans to Use Military Bases to Detain Migrants

Also, archaeologists found a pharaoh’s tomb. Here’s the latest at the end of Friday.

The New York Times - Feb. 21

Economic partnership will protect the Ukrainian people and the US taxpayer

Trump’s bold international leadership aligns interests and benefits all

Financial Times - Feb. 22

Meghan’s New Name? He’s Been Using It for Years.

The founder of a New York clothing brand learned that he had something in common with the Duchess of Sussex this week: a business called As Ever.

The New York Times - Feb. 22

US signals it will maintain military presence in Poland

Trump-Duda meeting boosts hopes that co-operation will continue despite tensions over Ukraine

Financial Times - Feb. 23

Trump Uses Lies to Lay the Groundwork for Radical Change

Condoms for Gaza? Ukraine started the war with Russia? The president’s manipulations of the truth lay the groundwork for radical change.

The New York Times - Feb. 23

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