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Social media amplifies nocebo effect: How online content triggers real physical symptoms

The nocebo effect, a psychological phenomenon where anticipating illness leads to actual physical symptoms, has found a powerful new catalyst in social media platforms. Initially confined to specific medical contexts, this concerning trend has gained significant momentum, with platforms like TikTok becoming......

South Korea accuses DeepSeek of sharing user data with TikTok owner

South Korea has raised allegations against the Chinese AI company DeepSeek for allegedly sharing user data with ByteDance, the parent company of TikTok. According to the Yonhap news agency, the South Korean data regulator revealed that DeepSeek had been in communication with ByteDance, though the specific......

How TikTok's 2025 algorithm shapes content strategy and growth

TikTok's evolving platform continues to dominate social media, with its sophisticated algorithm determining which content reaches broader audiences. Success on the platform now requires a deep understanding of both technical and creative elements to achieve sustainable growth. The platform's......

TikTok returns to US app stores after Trump’s assurance

TikTok has made a return to major app stores in the United States, following an assurance from President Trump that tech giants Apple and Google would not face fines for re-listing the app. This development comes after TikTok was removed from the stores in January due to a new law mandating its Chinese......

Social media platform faces legal action after UK children's deaths

Four British families have initiated legal proceedings against TikTok in Delaware's Superior Court, linking their children's deaths to a dangerous viral trend called the "blackout challenge." The lawsuit, filed Thursday, addresses the deaths of four minors: Isaac Kenevan, 13, Archie......

Digital trends 2025: Internet hits 5.5 billion users as mobile dominates

The latest Digital Report by We Are Social and Meltwater reveals significant shifts in worldwide internet usage, mobile adoption, and social media engagement. As of 2025, global internet users have reached 5.56 billion, marking a 2.5% increase from the previous year. Users spend an average of 6 hours......

Grammy Awards 2025: The night’s top winners and bold performances

Beyoncé, Kendrick Lamar, Sabrina Carpenter, and Chappell Roan stole the spotlight at the 2025 Grammy Awards, delivering a night filled with groundbreaking wins and unforgettable performances by both emerging talents and seasoned icons in the American music scene. Beyoncé ventures into......

Trump reveals Microsoft in talks to acquire TikTok amid national security concerns

U.S. President Donald Trump confirmed that Microsoft is one of the companies in discussions to purchase the popular video-sharing app TikTok, aiming to avoid a potential ban due to national security issues. When asked about Microsoft's involvement in acquiring TikTok, Trump responded affirmatively,......

Trump suggests potential reset in US-China relations

In a surprising move, Donald Trump chose not to impose new tariffs on China during his first day back in office and refrained from labeling it as a threat, hinting at a potential diplomatic reset. His comments during his inaugural speech left the door open for fresh negotiations, even as he claimed tariffs......