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TikTok could immediately shut its app to millions in the US in days – here's how to prepare
By Hamish Hector published
TikTok could be planning to immediately shut its app to US users from January 19 –here's how that might play out and what to do.

Venezuela lifts Telegram ban, but the internet remains restricted
By Chiara Castro last updated
While people in Venezuela can now use Telegram without a VPN service, TikTok remains restricted alongside Signal and other online resources.

TikTok's imminent ban is pushing people to RedNote, another Chinese app, and the irony is just too rich
By Lance Ulanoff published
TikTok users are fleeing the platform ahead of an expected ban in the US – and many are heading to the China-owned RedNote.

After TikTok, Venezuela blocks VPN websites
By Chiara Castro last updated
Over 20 VPN provider websites have been restricted so far as citizens turn to VPNs to bypass TikTok restrictions.

TikTok tells LA-based workers to use personal or sick time if they can't work from home due to the wildfires
By Craig Hale published
TikTok’s office is closed due to power outages, but it’s still expecting employees to WFH amid raging wildfires.

Forget the US TikTok ban – what we need is better social media and privacy laws
By Chiara Castro last updated
Breaking A US TikTok ban may end up creating more problems than actually solving them.

Venezuela restricts TikTok – leaving citizens turning to VPNs
By Chiara Castro last updated
Restrictions come as TikTok failed to meet authorities' request to appoint a local representative. It isn't the first time, however, that Venezuela blocked a social media app.

Why deleting social media apps from my phone in 2025 isn't just about mindfulness
By Jamie Richards published
Social media keeps us connected, and it can get overwhelming – but a less-considered side of heavy social media use is how much it distracts you from the other amazing things a smartphone can do.
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