Netflix Dives into Mobile Short-Form, TikTok-Style Feed

Wednesday, May 7, 2025, 8:20 am more...

Netflix is experimenting with a fresh mobile approach by testing a vertical, short-form video feed reminiscent of TikTok. This initiative, complete with AI-powered features, aims to capture the fleeting attention of on-the-go users while adding a dynamic, fast-paced twist to mobile content discovery.

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cnet.com / Netflix Is Testing a New Mobile AI Feature and TikTok-Style Clips to Keep You Tuned In

theverge.com / Netflix will try a TikTok-like feed on its mobile app

techcrunch.com / Netflix is getting into short videos with a new vertical feed for mobile

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Trump Considers Delaying TikTok Ban for Negotiations

Sunday, May 4, 2025, 4:20 pm more...

President Trump has signaled a willingness to push back the impending TikTok ban, indicating yet another delay to give American buyers more time while a deal for U.S. operations hangs in the balance. Amid the ongoing tug-of-war between regulatory pressure and business interests, the saga continues with Trump’s familiar high-stakes negotiation style.

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betanews.com / Trump kicks the TikTok ban can down the road yet again

theregister.com / Trump promises protection for TikTok, for which he has a ‘warm spot in my heart’

techinasia.com / Trump open to extend TikTok divestment deadline past June 19

theinformation.com / Trump Open to Another TikTok Deal Extension - The Information

techcrunch.com / Trump says he’s willing to delay TikTok ban again

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TikTok fined over EU data breach amid China transfers

Friday, May 2, 2025, 6:20 am more...

Ireland’s data watchdog has imposed a hefty fine on TikTok—reportedly around €530 million ($600 million)—for illegally transferring European user data to China. The sanctions highlight serious concerns over government surveillance and GDPR compliance, leaving the platform scrambling for answers amidst regulatory pressure.

androidheadlines.com / TikTok Gets Huge 600 Million Dollar Fine for Sending Data to China

cnet.com / TikTok Fined $600M Over Europe's Fears of China Surveilling People's Data

theregister.com / TikTok fined €530M after EU user data ends up on servers in China

bleepingcomputer.com / TikTok fined €530 million for sending European user data to China

theverge.com / TikTok fined $600 million for sending user data to China

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