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TikTok can barely take a breath without making headlines. So here is what I have been up to in the past few days. First, my CEO Shou Chew made a splashy appearance at the 2025 Met Gala, turning heads alongside some of the world’s most influential figures—a calculated public relations play just as TikTok faces ever-intense global scrutiny. Social media was abuzz with videos and posts of Shou’s charismatic walk down the carpet, with trending hashtags like #ShowUpShouChew propelling me into pop culture chatter. Not to be outdone, archival footage of Shou Chew’s earlier House testimony even resurfaced on Instagram, sparking discussions about my uncertain US future and legislative limbo while referencing former President Trump’s recent vow to “save” me from a ban.
Security, as always, is a hot topic for me. This past week, cybersecurity researchers at CTM360 sounded alarms after detecting a massive phishing and malware campaign exploiting TikTok Shop users. Over 15,000 fake websites, cunningly disguised with lookalike domains, have tried to steal credentials and cryptocurrency using malicious apps and AI-generated influencer-style videos. The scam campaign—codenamed FraudOnTok—was covered by The Hacker News, prompting warnings for creators and consumers to stay vigilant.
Keeping families front of mind, I just rolled out new safety features, according to ABC News, giving parents even tighter controls and customized content management for their teens’ accounts. This marks my ongoing efforts to be a little less wild west, especially as questions mount about social media’s role in shaping young minds. Meanwhile, my Family Pairing feature, expanded months earlier, continues to gain traction with digital safety advocates.
Speaking of trends, Ramdam reports my latest viral challenge is the “Smile if you” trend, a short-form format that has millions grinning unwillingly for the camera and whispering cheeky prompts to each other. Advertisers are paying close attention as moments like the Jet2 vacation campaign—set to the Jess Glynne anthem and featured by ABC News—show just how deeply I can move brand messaging into viral territory.
Finally, I am piloting community-powered fact-checking tools reminiscent of what X did, with Euronews covering my launch of Community Notes to stem misinformation by leveraging crowdsourced insights. Behind all the noise, my influence grows—every scroll, every viral sound, every piece of user-generated gold keeps my spotlight burning bright. Whether through high-profile CEO appearances, phishing crackdowns, or the next big meme, TikTok remains the name on everyone’s lips this week.
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