Were users forced to follow Trump on social media? What we know about claims

Many users found themselves following President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance on social media after the inauguration. Here's why this happened and how Meta explains the process.

Why isn't TikTok appearing in app stores despite Trump's halt on the ban?

TikTok remains unavailable on Apple and Google app stores despite President Trump’s executive order temporarily pausing the federal ban. Here's what it means for users and the app's future.

TikTok shuts down in US before ban deadline: What you can do next

TikTok has halted operations in the U.S. ahead of the January 19 deadline after the Supreme Court upheld a nationwide ban on the platform.

TikTok ban: App warns it will 'go dark' on Jan. 19 without Biden administration clarity

The Supreme Court has upheld a law banning TikTok in the U.S. starting Jan. 19, unless the popular social media platform cuts ties with its China-based parent company. Here's what to know.

TikTok ban: Apps to try if the platform shuts down

As the U.S. considers banning TikTok, here are the social media alternatives users can explore for short videos and trends.

TikTok ban: How and when app will reportedly shut down for U.S. users

TikTok is a cultural phenomenon with more than 170 million users in the U.S., and if it does get banned, it’s not clear where TikTok’s masses will go.

Rednote, Lemon8: What to know about the possible alternatives to TikTok

With a potential TikTok ban looming, social media users are turning to platforms like Rednote and Lemon8 to create and enjoy content.

TikTok US ban: Supreme Court hears arguments over whether popular app stays or goes

In one of the most important cases of the social media age, free speech and national security collide at the Supreme Court on Friday in arguments over the fate of TikTok.

Facebook fact-checking to be replaced with X-style community notes

Facebook is ending its fact-checking program and replacing it with a similar model used on Elon Musk’s X. Here’s what to know.

UFC head Dana White, strong Trump supporter, joins Meta's board of directors

UFC CEO Dana White is among three new members of Meta Platforms Inc.'s board of directors as the social media giant shifts its focus to AI and the metaverse.

Trump urges Supreme Court to delay TikTok decision until he takes office

What to know about Trump's request to pause TikTok restrictions as he claims he should handle the platform's fate after taking office in 2025.

TikTok asks SCOTUS to block potential US ban

TikTok has asked the Supreme Court to block a federal law that would ban the popular platform in the United States unless its China-based parent company agrees to sell it.

TikTok denied request to halt potential US ban

If the app is not sold to an approved buyer by mid-January, it will be shut down.