TikTok
The social media platform TikTok was originally known as Musical.ly and is an international version of the Chinese app Douyin. TikTok is known for its short-form videos, evolving from dance and lip-syncing to all genres including comedy and educational videos.
In 2020, President Donald Trump threatened to ban TikTok if the company did not sell to its U.S. business, calling TikTok a national security threat. Today, TikTok features include a "For You" page, which is a feed of videos that are recommended to users based on their activity on the app, and a TikTok Creator Fund, giving influencers the opportunity to earn money on the app.
TikTok Launch Date: August 2, 2018
Most Followed TikTok Accounts:
- Khaby Lame
- Charli D'Amelio
- Bella Poarch
- MrBeast
- Addison Rae
- Zach King
- Kimberly Loaiza
- TikTok
- Burak Özdemir
- Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson
How many active monthly users does TikTok have? As of February 2024, TikTok has a reported 1.1 billion monthly active users. The app has also been downloaded more than 3 billion times worldwide and is available in over 140 countries.
TikTok net worth: $50 billion
Latest TikTok News and Updates
TIkTok Users Are Downloading RedNote at Such High Level They Broke the App
The app is breaking because there are simply too many new users.
RedNote Users in China Welcome "TikTok Refugees" in the Form of American Users
RedNote is a short form video app based in China.
The "Chinese Spy" Meme on TikTok Is Both Hilarious and a Little Bittersweet
"My Chinese spy has stuck by me longer than both my marriages."
How to Make a RedNote Account: A TikTok Refugee's Guide to Starting Fresh
TikTok users are scrambling as they try to navigate RedNote.
TikTok Creators Are Jumping Ship to RedNote — But Can You Make Money on There?
Like other social media platforms, RedNote does have some monetization options.
Elon Musk Is the Latest Potential U.S.-Based Buyer for TikTok Before the Ban
Reporting suggests that China is interested in Elon as a buyer.
MrBeast's Claim of Buying TikTok Sparks Strong Reactions on Social Media
"OK fine, I'll buy TikTok so it doesn't get banned," MrBeast wrote via X.
Is RedNote Safe for TikTok Users? Some of Them Are Jumping Ship Now in Case of a Ban
Some TikTok users have moved to RedNote already.
The "My Shayla" Trend on TikTok: It All Started With an Emotional Video From This Entertainer
"oh my gawd my SHAYLA"
“Nastiest” Bloomingdale’s Worker Won’t Validate Parking, So Shopper Buys Item Then Returns It
"You should have made her ring it up."
Did Dolly Parton Swoop in For the Save and Buy TikTok?
"This is the best thing I've ever heard on this app."
The 456 Frame on TikTok Is a Reference to Netflix's Hugely Popular 'Squid Game'
The number is a reference to 'Squid Game's main character.
The Furry Nails Trend on TikTok Is Real, but Maybe Let’s Leave It Behind With Duck Nails
"How do you wash your hands with this???"
“This Can Save Your Child’s Life” — Parents Drive 600 Miles to Comfort “Anxious” Daughter
"Woman on a mission to hug her baby."
“Insurance Is out of Control” — Doctor Gets Pulled out of Surgery After UnitedHealthcare Calls Her
"This should be a lawsuit."
“You Hating So Hard” — Pregnant Mom Calls out of Dad Who Napped Watching Toddler
"Is Daddy kidding?"
What Does "IGU" Mean on TikTok? A Guide to Its Multiple Interpretations
"IGU" is a term on TikTok that has several different meanings.
The Meaning Behind "CBFW" Makes Sense for TikTok Users Who Prefer To Abbreviate Everything
"CBFW" is one of many abbreviations used on TikTok to comment.
The "Eye of Rah" Meme Is Taking TikTok by Storm — Here's the Story Behind It
The "Eye of Rah" meme is dominating TikTok right now!
Parents Hide Flatpack Furniture to Buy Floor Model and Avoid Assembling It Themselves
"They were NOT tryna put it together."
“Men Should Start in Jail” — Woman Shares Her Magical First Date ... And Then There's a Twist
"This man deserves jail time."
Normal Men Don’t Ask Women They Don’t Know for Help — TikToker Says in PSA on Girl Safety
"Better safe than sorry."
“Yeah, so That’s Abuse” — Husband Refuses to Put Gas in Wife’s Jeep Because It’s Not “His Car”
"That’s not behavior of someone who likes you."
“They’re Illiterate” — High School Teacher Says Her Students Don’t Even Know How to Text Anymore
"We are definitely in a literacy crisis."
SYBAU Is a Common Acronym on TikTok, but What Does It Actually Mean?
SYBAU is an acronym that conceals some profanity for TikTok.
“Who Does That?!” — Woman Blasts Boyfriend for Eating Entire Tub of Cheese Spread
"Who puts back an empty container of my favorite cheese back in the fridge?"
“I'm So Sorry This Happened to You” — Lesbian Couple Targeted by Hate Crime on Disney Cruise
"The mouse was NOT playing."
“I’m Not an Idiot” — Woman Shocked at Skill Con Artists Demonstrated in Missed Jury Duty Scam
"This is why I never answer the phone!"
“What the Heck Is That?” — Dad Buys Son Temu Lego Set for Christmas, Records His Reaction
"Aaah the Stantons pure nostalgia."
Grandmother Flushes Potato Down the Toilet, Grandfather’s Reaction Is Priceless
"Is Nana OK?!"
“Petition for Women-Only Shoppers on Instacart” — TikToker Shows All Items Male Shopper Got Wrong
"This is why when I get a male shopper I cancel."
"The Sunset Is Beautiful, Isn't It?" — The Bittersweet Phrase Is Making the Rounds on TikTok
"I will use it soon." Yikes!
Teacher Says “Boys Will Be Boys” to 12-Year-Old’s Bully Woes — Kid Takes Matters Into Her Own Hands
"She gets a new outfit also."
“OMG a Hospital of All Places?!” — Woman in Wheelchair Slams Truck Driver for Blocking Her Car
"I would have IMMEDIATELY called a tow truck."
“Boomers Suck” — Woman Rants Against Older Generation, Accuses Them of Hoarding Privilege
"They ruined America."
“Check Your Receipts” — TikToker Warns of Gift Card Scam at Major Midwest Grocer
"This happens at all stores."
Philanthropist and Tiktoker Dora Moono Nyambe’s Death Leaves Her Community Wanting Answers
The influencer who built a school helping over 500 children access food and other resources died at the age of 32.
‘Wicked’ Movie Alien Conspiracy: Wild Christmas Dinner Argument Goes Viral
"Two sides of current society in a nutshell."
"Nicepool/Justin Baldoni" Theory May Be a Devious Way for Ryan Reynolds to Get Revenge
"It's OK, I identify as a feminist."
What Does "Raw, Next Question" Mean, and Why Is the NSFW Comment All Over TikTok?
The comment is dirty, and that's how posters like it.
Oklahoma Teacher Says State’s High Schoolers Are Now Being Forced Into the Military
"Trying to initiate the draft without calling it the draft."
This Woman's Fiancé Created an Excel Spreadsheet to Determine Who Makes the Wedding Guest List
"As and B's, you're coming, C's, we don't know yet!"
“They Made the Cousin Sleepover Happen” — In-Laws’ Dog Sneaks Into Woman’s Car, Stays Quiet
"When kids make plans without informing the parents."
“Shame on You” — Lot Attendant Yells at Woman in Wheelchair for Parking in Handicapped Spot
"My best friend has this happen to her."
“Sad That This Is Rare” — Woman Praises Her “Competent” Husband Who Cleans and Decorates
"Why does this feel SO rare?"
"Not Qualified for Fifth Grade" — Teacher Cites Shocking Holes in American Elementary Education
"I see what you mean about the bar being on the floor."
What Is the Vexbolts Mass Unfollowing on TikTok?
It started as a joke campaign but quickly grew into a viral trend.
“That Lady Is PURE” — Delivery Driver Tries Returning Large Tip She Thought Had to Be an Error
"Unheard of nowadays."
Bethenny Frankel Coined "Dior Bags" on TikTok to Address This Controversial Topic
"Basically no one knows about the Dior bags unless they are using this app [TikTok]."
“There Are People Living Inside My Walls” — Woman Shows off Home’s Creepy Basement
"This whole vid gave me anxiety."