As Americans flock to RedNote, privacy advocates warn about surveillanceRedNote, a popular Chinese app, may face a TikTok-like ban unless it separates from its China-based parent company.
US TikTok Ban Could Echo India Chaos as Users Seek OptionsUS TikTok users are racing to find alternatives ahead of a potential ban, reflecting India's previous 2020 experience.
TikTok Hadn't Even Been Banned Before the Backlash StartedGovernment attempts to ban TikTok have led to a surge in alternative apps like Xiaohongshu, undermining the initial goal of protecting user data.
'TikTok Refugees' are learning Mandarin Chinese on Duolingo for RedNoteThe looming ban on TikTok has rapidly increased interest in alternative social media apps like RedNote, driving sudden user growth and language learning.Duolingo saw significant gains in Mandarin learners as users shifted focus due to TikTok's uncertain status.
As Americans flock to RedNote, privacy advocates warn about surveillanceRedNote, a popular Chinese app, may face a TikTok-like ban unless it separates from its China-based parent company.
US TikTok Ban Could Echo India Chaos as Users Seek OptionsUS TikTok users are racing to find alternatives ahead of a potential ban, reflecting India's previous 2020 experience.
TikTok Hadn't Even Been Banned Before the Backlash StartedGovernment attempts to ban TikTok have led to a surge in alternative apps like Xiaohongshu, undermining the initial goal of protecting user data.
'TikTok Refugees' are learning Mandarin Chinese on Duolingo for RedNoteThe looming ban on TikTok has rapidly increased interest in alternative social media apps like RedNote, driving sudden user growth and language learning.Duolingo saw significant gains in Mandarin learners as users shifted focus due to TikTok's uncertain status.
TikTok could go offline in US on SundayThe Supreme Court's decision will determine the fate of TikTok in the U.S., amidst concerns of foreign influence.
TikTok Communities like BookTok and MovieTok Are Looking for a New HomeThe potential TikTok ban could displace vibrant communities like #BookTok, forcing creators to seek new platforms for connection.
TikTok could go offline in US on SundayThe Supreme Court's decision will determine the fate of TikTok in the U.S., amidst concerns of foreign influence.
TikTok Communities like BookTok and MovieTok Are Looking for a New HomeThe potential TikTok ban could displace vibrant communities like #BookTok, forcing creators to seek new platforms for connection.
How to migrate from X to Bluesky without losing your followersX's new feature allowing blocked users to see posts has alienated loyal users, prompting migration to alternative platforms.
Pixelfed, Instagram's decentralized competitor, is now on iOS and AndroidPixelfed offers a decentralized image-sharing alternative to Instagram with mobile apps, free from ads and data-sharing practices.
How to migrate from X to Bluesky without losing your followersX's new feature allowing blocked users to see posts has alienated loyal users, prompting migration to alternative platforms.
Pixelfed, Instagram's decentralized competitor, is now on iOS and AndroidPixelfed offers a decentralized image-sharing alternative to Instagram with mobile apps, free from ads and data-sharing practices.
Milpamerica, a social network for resisting the Musk algorithmMilpamerica offers a racism-free online platform for Mesoamerican communities to advocate for climate justice and exchange knowledge.
Decline of X is an opportunity to do social media differently - but combining 'safe' and 'profitable' will still be a challengeMusk's takeover of Twitter (now X) has led to increased polarization and user loss, despite claims of improved user experience.
Why I'm Shifting My Social Media Presence to the Fediverse and FlipboardShifting to the Fediverse and Flipboard fosters meaningful connections and a user-centric digital experience.