As TikTok faces data-harvesting claims, spy agency warns Canadians to protect themselves
The man who oversees cybersecurity for the federal government says Canadians should be wary of apps that could leave their data in the “wrong hands” — a warning that comes as the wildly popular Chinese-owned social media app TikTok faces claims that it has spied on its users.
CBC
Here are some of the companies that have laid off employees this year – so far
Just this week, Alphabet, Google’s parent company, Microsoft (MSFT) and Vox Media announced layoffs that will affect more than 22,000 workers.
CNN
Social media giants urged to switch off ‘toxic algorithms’ that push extreme content
Social media giants have been asked to switch off “toxic algorithms” that push extreme content online.
IRISH EXAMINER
The Secret TikTok Emoji Codes: What They Are and How to Access Them
A discussion of social media is no longer complete without a substantial mention of TikTok. Emerging on the scene only a few short years ago, TikTok has exploded, and become a powerhouse of a social media app used by companies, brands, and individuals alike, with countless sources of entertainment and engagement. Although the numbers suggest TikTok is used by countless people, brands, and companies, many people are not familiar with all of the creative content it is possible to create on the app, because many content creators are not familiar with the different emojis that can be inserted into the short-form videos that have been made so popular by the app. From challenge videos to snippets reviewing products, audience engagement rates can increase by adding TikTok emojis into your day-to-day content creation.
NEAL SCHAFFER
