Microsoft in discussion for buying TikTok
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Trump confirmed that Microsoft is a possible buyer for TikTok. Here's what we know.

Microsoft in talks to buy TikTok, Trump says

President Trump reveals Microsoft is in talks to acquire TikTok after the app briefly went offline amid a looming ban over data concerns.

AI startup's plan would include 50% U.S. government ownership of TikTok

Perplexity AI has presented the new proposal to Byte Dance, TikTok’s parent company, as the organization searches for a U.S. buyer.

Phones with TikTok listed for big bucks on eBay

Some cellphone users didn’t delete the TikTok app from their devices during its short ban in the U.S. Now, it appears they may be hoping to cash in by selling their phones.

Robotic vacuum with arm that can pick up your laundry?
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Steve Greenberg takes us through all of the coolest gadgets at CES this year. From a robot vacuum with a robotic arm that uses AI to pick up your laundry while vacuuming, to a smart cane that uses AI to help the visually impaired, Steve shows us all new technologically-advanced gadgets.

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.

Future of CHIPS Act under Trump administration in question

President Donald Trump previously criticized the CHIPS and Science Act, leading to speculation over whether the law could be repealed or tweaked under the new administration.

Trump signs order to keep TikTok open for 75 days

President Donald Trump signed an executive order granting TikTok a 75-day reprieve to find a U.S. buyer, suggesting the U.S. should own 50% of the platform.

DFW TikTok star who quit his job now fears for his future amid potential app shutdown

A TikTok ban could serve a devastating blow to small businesses, users and content creators. The app has provided one North Texas man with enough income to provide for his family and was able to quit his job in 2019. "Feels like starting from the ground again."

TikTok ban: Read the full TikTok v. Garland decision

TikTok will be banned in the U.S. starting on Jan. 19, 2025, unless the popular social media platform cuts ties with its China-based parent company, ByteDance, according to a new Supreme Court ruling. Read the full ruling here.

Supreme Court upholds TikTok ban. Here's what it means
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The Supreme Court of the United States upheld a law banning TikTok in the United States later this month, unless it is sold to a United States company. Constitutional attorney David Coale breaks down what the decision means for the platform, its users and content creators who rely on it.

TikTok ban upheld by Supreme Court: What to know

The Supreme Court continues to hear arguments on a law that would ban TikTok in the U.S.  

Biden won’t enforce TikTok ban, leaving fate of app up to Trump

Congress last year in a law signed by President Joe Biden required that TikTok’s China-based parent company ByteDance divest the company by Jan. 19 or risk getting banned in the U.S.

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.