Hot News-1/16/25
Six platforms gaining popularity as TikTok ban deadline nears
Source Mashable
As a potential TikTok ban looms in the U.S., creators and users are exploring alternatives like RedNote, Lemon8, and YouTube Shorts. RedNote, resembling TikTok and Pinterest, faces similar privacy concerns due to Chinese data laws. Lemon8, TikTok’s sister app, emphasises lifestyle content, while Meta platforms like Instagram face backlash over recent policy changes. YouTube Shorts offers familiar functionality but lacks TikTok’s algorithm. Clapper targets older users, and Triller provides AI editing tools for creators. These platforms gain traction as 170 million U.S. users prepare for a TikTok-free future.
