The singer will perform twice a week in September and October at the Paris La Défense Arena. These are the star's first solo shows since being diagnosed with stiff-person syndrome.
The digital economy has transformed online earning into a full-fledged profession. Companies are actively looking for remote specialists, and online platforms provide access to work from almost anywhere in the world.
Videos of a man resembling Epstein and footage from the island are being published online. The account of the criminal, who died in 2019, has been subscribed to by 1.2 million people.
ByteDance plans to use 500 Nvidia Blackwell systems in Malaysia for AI development. The purchase is being made through partner Aolani Cloud.
Ryan Murphy's series about John F. Kennedy Jr. and Carolyn Bessette has revived interest in their style, sparking a new trend called the "JFK Jr. effect." Men are choosing classic suits with unexpected details, while women are wearing belted coats and tortoiseshell headbands.
The German CDU/CSU bloc proposes introducing mandatory age verification for teenagers on social media. This is intended to protect their mental health from the negative influence of online platforms.
Spanish authorities have appealed to the prosecutor's office, demanding a criminal investigation into X, Meta, and TikTok. This is due to the creation and dissemination of sexualized deepfakes using their artificial intelligence tools.
The European Commission presented a plan to combat cyberbullying, which includes the launch of a European application for confidential messages. The plan also provides for strengthening the protection of children online and targeted application of existing EU legislation.
32 European lawmakers have appealed to the European Commission, demanding an investigation into TikTok over allegations of content censorship, particularly concerning the "Epstein files. " Users report technical issues and reduced post reach following changes in the platform's ownership.
Spain and Greece propose banning teenagers from using social media, following Australia's example. This decision is part of the tightening regulation of social media in Europe.
Legendary Canadian singer Celine Dion has officially joined TikTok, where she plans to share behind-the-scenes moments and personal stories. Her first videos have already received a positive reaction and garnered millions of followers.
France is working on a bill to ban social media for children under 15, following the example of Australia and Denmark. In Ukraine, restrictions are only discussed at the level of ideas.
Users of American TikTok are reporting outages in the app, prompting them to switch to alternative applications. The problems arose due to a power outage at one of Oracle's data centers.
TikTok has reached an out-of-court settlement with a 19-year-old Californian who accused the platform of intentionally fostering addiction and harming mental health. The terms of the agreement are confidential, but this is the second settlement in the case.
The French National Assembly has approved a bill banning social media use for children under 15. This decision is driven by concerns about online bullying and mental health risks.
TikTok US has updated its privacy policy, expanding data collection to include precise user location. This follows an agreement with American investors to avoid a ban.
The Federal Court of Canada has overturned a government order to liquidate TikTok's Canadian division. The case has been sent back to Industry Minister Mélanie Joly for reconsideration, allowing the platform to continue operations.
Tina Karol released a new song on TikTok with the words "We have no light, but we have warmth. We have no warmth, but we have goodness." The video and lyrics sparked active discussions among social media users.
TikTok is introducing new age detection technology in Europe. It analyzes profile information, videos, and behavioral signals to identify accounts that may belong to minors.
Meta Platforms Inc. has deactivated nearly 550,000 accounts in Australia due to a law banning social media for children under 16. This applies to Instagram, Facebook, and Threads, according to Bloomberg.
People's Deputy Iryna Gerashchenko stated that Russia will try to interfere in Ukrainian elections using social networks and messengers. She proposed to start working on legislative changes, including a law on the de-anonymization of Telegram channels.
Ghanaian law enforcement officers arrested self-proclaimed prophet Evans Eshun for deceiving the public about the end of the world on December 25, 2025. The arrest took place on December 31, 2025, after his prophecy failed to materialize, causing mass psychosis and social tension.
The Center for Countering Disinformation has uncovered a new Russian tactic on TikTok: mass registration of accounts before holidays with emotional AI content. After gaining an audience, the profiles change their theme, promoting manipulative narratives.
Poland has appealed to the European Commission to investigate the spread of AI-generated content on TikTok that calls for the country's withdrawal from the EU. The government stated that these materials constitute a coordinated disinformation campaign and threaten democratic processes.
ByteDance Ltd. plans to generate approximately $50 billion in profit in 2025, having already exceeded its internal target. The company achieved a net profit of around $40 billion in the first three quarters of the current year.
Chinese company ByteDance has entered into an agreement to transfer its US division to the joint venture TikTok USDS Joint Venture LLC. American investors, including Oracle, Silver Lake, and MGX, will receive 45% of the shares of the new structure, which will be responsible for protecting user data in the US and content moderation.
Meta has unveiled the first Instagram TV app for viewing Reels, which will appear on Amazon Fire TV. The app is in test mode and is planned to be expanded to other TV platforms.
Most respondents in Germany supported a ban on social media for children under 16. This happened after Australia introduced similar restrictions for most popular platforms.
The approaching deadline for a possible sale of TikTok in the US keeps potential investors in 'limbo'. The US is preparing to extend the deadline for the sale of the platform's American assets for the fifth time, causing uncertainty among interested parties.
Australia has legally banned children under 16 from accessing social media, including TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, and Facebook. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese urged young people to use their free time for personal development.
