Tiktok Says It Has 150 Million Us Users Amid Renewed Calls for A Ban
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US TikTok ban is good for the West, but what about Meta and X?
So, while this bill undoubtedly leaves something to be wanted, it’s too early to judge it a failure. If it forces ByteDance to divest, everybody in the West is better insulated from security threats real and partially imagined by Congress.The Hill - Politics - Tiktok -
TikTok makes $2.1 million TV ad buy as Senate reviews bill that could ban app
TikTok opened a new front in its lobbying campaign against a bill that could effectively ban the app in the United States.CNBC - Business - Tiktok -
Amid book bans, DEI cuts and 'Don't Say Gay' laws, 7 states will mandate LGBTQ-inclusive curricula
Washington will now mandate that the state’s public schools teach LGBTQ history, as red and blue states continue to diverge on whether schools should expose kids to gay and trans identities.NBC News - Politics -
Transfer Talk: Davies won't renew at Bayern amid Madrid interest
Reportedly unhappy with Bayern's approach to contract negotiations, Alphonso Davies looks likely to move to Madrid. Transfer Talk has the latest.ESPN - Sports -
Tesla has had a ‘nightmare’ first quarter amid weak China demand
Wedbush’s Dan Ives trims his stock-price target for Tesla to $300 from $315 after a “perfect storm” of issues.MarketWatch - Business - China -
Chris Paul says 'TikToker' referee Tony Brothers has too much power and that's why Warriors star was ejected
Paul was tossed from the Warriors' loss to the Pacers on FridayCBS Sports - Sports - NBA -
US and Japan seek UN resolution calling on all nations to ban nuclear weapons in outer space
The United States and Japan are sponsoring a U.N. Security Council resolution calling on nations not to deploy or develop nuclear weapons in spaceABC News - Tech - Japan -
Eventbrite to Boost User, Product Experience Through AI, CEO Says
Julia Hartz, who in June will succeed her husband as executive chair of the board, said her priorities center on boosting the event-management company’s user and product experience through generative artificial intelligence and added revenue.The Wall Street Journal - Tech -
Harris says US has not ruled out 'consequences' if Israel invades Rafah
Kamala Harris suggested there could be "consequences" for Israel if it moves ahead with a Rafah invasion in Gaza, as Netanyahu plansABC News - Top stories - Israel -
World’s largest oilfield services group has no plans to leave Russia
SLB has resisted pressure to follow its two biggest rivals in pulling out in response to Ukraine warFinancial Times - Business - Russia -
How the AI potential of Reddit’s user data has helped send its stock soaring
The social-media website’s stock continues to attract investor interest after its closely watched IPO last week.MarketWatch - Business -
Small Businesses Worry About Losing a Vital Marketing Channel If TikTok is Banned
Big Brands are less reliant on the app than small entrepreneurs, whose videos have helped many boom.Inc. - Business - Tiktok -
India’s TikTok Ban: What Lessons Does It Hold for the U.S.
The United States is agonizing over the possibility of a ban, but India did it at a stroke. Indians adjusted quickly, and Instagram and YouTube built big audiences.The New York Times - Business - Tiktok -
Some ancient Greek wisdom on why America shouldn’t ban TikTok
Democratic virtue is believed to be a stronger and more reliable force than authoritarian discipline; genuine consent from the people more powerful than any authoritarian coercion.The Hill - Politics - Tiktok -
NCAA prez calls for ban on college prop bets
NCAA president Charlie Baker is calling for a ban on college prop bets in states with legal sports wagering.ESPN - Sports -
China says it has filed a complaint at the World Trade Organization over US subsidies for electric vehicles
China says it has filed a complaint at the World Trade Organization over US subsidies for electric vehiclesABC News - World - China -
Disposable bans will not work, says vape boss
British American Tobacco boss says bans overseas are not "effective" and the illegal market is large.BBC News - Top stories -
Mega Millions has a $1.13 billion winner
The Garden State just got a little greener: Someone won the $1 billion Mega Millions jackpot Tuesday, and the ticket was sold in New Jersey's Monmouth County, officials said.NBC News - Top stories - Lottery -
Binance executive detained in Nigeria amid a crypto crackdown has escaped custody
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Binance executive detained in Nigeria amid a crypto crackdown has escaped custody
Authorities in Nigeria say an executive of global cryptocurrency exchange Binance has escaped custody in the West African nation where a criminal investigation has been launched against the platform accused of being used for money launderingABC News - World - Crypto -
NCAA president Charlie Baker pushes to ban college prop bets amid string of gambling controversies
Prop bets on college games are legal in a number of statesCBS Sports - Sports -
UN calls for humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza amid urgent efforts to avoid famine
António Guterres says Palestinian people ‘remain stuck in a non-stop nightmare’ as Israel stands accused of blocking aid. Middle East crisis – live updatesAntónio Guterres, the UN secretary general, has again called for a humanitarian ...The Guardian - World - United Nations -
How the Israel-Hamas War Has Roiled TikTok Internally
The video app has been criticized for how it has handled posts users see about the war. Some of the same tensions have also played out inside the company.The New York Times - Top stories - Tiktok -
TikTok bans account of Australian influencer who promoted nicotine pouches in viral videos
Bodybuilder Stefan Kohut’s account shut after Guardian Australia report, but others continue to showcase the controversial products. Get our morning and afternoon news emails, free app or daily news podcastTikTok has banned the account of an ...The Guardian - World - Tiktok -
TikTok creators worry about free speech and income streams if ban succeeds: 'My livelihood is at stake'
TikTokers have a lot of opinions about the potential ban of their platform. Some are scared for their incomes, and others for their freedom of speech.CNBC - Business - Tiktok -
Lawsuit says Ohio's gender-affirming care ban violates the state constitution
Two families of transgender minors have filed a constitutional challenge to an Ohio law that severely limits gender-affirming healthcare for youth under 18ABC News - Health -
Over 50 million on East Coast under flood alerts amid heavy snow, rain
Over 50 million people on the East Coast are under flood alerts as a cross-country storm brings heavy snow and rain.ABC News - Top stories -
Barack Obama and Bill Clinton to raise $25 million with Biden amid concerns about his age
Bill Clinton was 22 years younger than George H.W.NBC News - Politics - Joe Biden -
Why the ban on using EU funds for arms could become more flexible
Also in this newsletter: Finland’s PM on the threat from Russian migrationFinancial Times - World -
19th Century law fires up anti-abortion push
A federal abortion ban won’t pass Congress. But activists hope a 19th Century law could be enforced to halt the procedure.BBC News - Top stories - Abortion -
Mega Millions estimated $1.13 billion jackpot has one winning ticket
There was one winning ticket sold for Tuesday night's estimated $1.13 billion Mega Millions jackpot, in New Jersey, officials said. It was the fifth largest in the game's history.CBS News - Top stories - Lottery -
Trump Media’s Stock Has Made Many People and Companies Millions
A surge in the social media company’s market value has generated a windfall for current and former executives, on top of the bonanza for its largest shareholder, former President Trump.The New York Times - Business - Donald Trump -
Migrants using deadly Arizona border crossing amid Texas crackdown
As Texas continues its crackdown on illegal border crossings, many migrants are attempting to cross the border in Arizona. But that crossing can be much more dangerous. Camilo Montoya-Galvez gets a first-hand look at the risky route.CBS News - Top stories - Arizona -
UBS Pays CEO Sergio Ermotti $15.6 Million for Answering 'Call of Duty'
UBS gave Chief Executive Sergio Ermotti a $13.6 million bonus, hailing his “excellent performance in a defining year” for Switzerland’s largest bank by assets.The Wall Street Journal - World -
TikTok bill faces uncertain fate in the Senate as legislation to regulate tech industry has stalled
TikTok’s extensive lobbying campaign is the latest tech industry push since the House passed legislation that would ban the popular app if its China-based owner doesn’t sell its stakeABC News - Tech - Tiktok -
The US Claims Apple Has a Stranglehold on the Future
The Department of Justice antitrust lawsuit against Apple says the company’s grip on iPhone users and developers is blocking future innovation in tech.Wired - Tech - Apple -
Details of millions of UK voters accessed by Chinese state, ministers will say
Deputy prime minister Oliver Dowden to update MPs on cyber-attacks by Beijing, some of whom may also have been targets. The personal details of millions of voters are believed to have been accessed in an attack by China on Britain’s democratic ...The Guardian - World - United Kingdom -
Millions of Americans caught up in Chinese hacking plot - US
Seven Chinese men have been charged over a "sinister" hacking plot, the justice department says.BBC News - Top stories -
US gives Maryland $60 million in relief to rebuild Baltimore bridge
The U.S. government authorized $60 million in relief to Maryland for a bridge that collapsed in Baltimore after being struck by a cargo ship. The Department of Transportation (DOT) is giving funding for emergency work after the Francis Scott Key ...The Hill - Politics -
The Sandbox reaches 1,000 user-generated experiences
The Sandbox has reached a new milestone of 1,000 user-generated experiences on its metaverse platform.VentureBeat - Tech