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TikTok dismisses report of U.S. sale to Musk as fiction

TikTok has categorically denied a report suggesting that Chinese officials are considering selling its U.S. operations to Elon Musk amid potential bans.

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1 year ago

January 14, 2025

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TikTok has categorically denied a report suggesting that Chinese officials are considering selling its U.S. operations to Elon Musk amid potential bans.

The company described the claims, initially reported by Bloomberg News, as pure fiction.

TikTok’s parent company, ByteDance, is currently appealing to the U.S. Supreme Court to contest the potential ban.

Chinese officials reportedly prefer TikTok to remain under ByteDance’s ownership, dismissing any immediate plans to sell the U.S. operations.

Speculation about a partnership with Musk’s platform X to manage TikTok’s U.S. business has been refuted by TikTok, and no credible sources have verified the claim.

No official comments have been made by TikTok, ByteDance, Elon Musk, or X regarding the report. Additionally, Chinese government agencies, such as the Cyberspace Administration and Ministry of Commerce, have not provided any statements on the matter.

The Supreme Court is expected to deliberate on legislation tied to TikTok’s future, with a decision potentially compelling a sale or ban by January 19, driven by national security concerns. However, TikTok remains firm in its stance, refuting these reports as baseless.

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Zuckerberg testifies on social media addiction and child safety

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg testifies in LA trial over claims that platforms are addictive and harmful to children.

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8 hours ago

February 19, 2026

Harvey Vargas

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg testifies in LA trial over claims that platforms are addictive and harmful to children.

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg, is testifying at a landmark social media trial in Los Angeles, marking a pivotal moment in the debate over online child safety. Lawyers for the plaintiffs argue that Meta intentionally designed its platforms to be addictive, putting young users at risk.

This is the first time Zuckerberg has addressed concerns about child safety directly before a jury, with KGM’s case acting as one of around 20 test trials aimed at gauging how jurors respond to claims that social media companies knowingly fuel harmful engagement.

The outcome could set the tone for future litigation against tech giants and reshape how platforms are designed, regulated and held accountable.

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Apple unveils AI-powered wearables set to revolutionise tech by 2027

Apple unveils innovative AI-powered wearables, including smart glasses, a pendant, and camera-equipped AirPods, set to reshape ambient computing.

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1 day ago

February 18, 2026

Harvey Vargas

Apple unveils innovative AI-powered wearables, including smart glasses, a pendant, and camera-equipped AirPods, set to reshape ambient computing.

Apple is making a bold move into AI-powered wearables, developing three innovative devices designed to bring ambient computing to everyday life. From smart glasses to a futuristic pendant and camera-equipped AirPods, the tech giant is integrating these devices with an upgraded version of Siri to enhance user experience.

The smart glasses, slated for a 2027 launch, will feature dual cameras and rely heavily on voice interactions, aiming to compete directly with Meta’s leading smart glasses in the market. Meanwhile, the AI pendant is still in early development but promises to be a companion device for iPhone users.

Camera-equipped AirPods could arrive as early as this year, capturing environmental data to feed Apple’s growing AI ecosystem. With Meta’s smart glasses already dominating sales, Apple’s entry signals a fierce battle in wearable AI technology.

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Apple adds video podcasts with watch and listen features

Apple launches new video podcast experience with adaptive playback, dynamic ads, and free for creators.

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2 days ago

February 17, 2026

Harvey Vargas

Apple launches new video podcast experience with adaptive playback, dynamic ads, and free for creators.

Apple is stepping up its podcast game with a new integrated video experience launching this spring. The update will allow users to seamlessly switch between watching and listening, complete with picture-in-picture mode for uninterrupted multitasking.

The update also supports HLS for adaptive video playback and dynamic ad insertion, giving advertisers more flexibility while keeping distribution free for creators. This positions Apple Podcasts to better compete with Spotify, YouTube, and Netflix in the growing video podcast market.

As video podcasts gain traction worldwide, Apple aims to capture viewers who want a more interactive experience without paying creators fees, while ad networks benefit from expanded opportunities.

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