The social media movement is the latest sign that some of China’s young people are resisting the compulsion to strive.
Category: Social Media
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Famously Obstinate, Bill Ackman Is Now Real-Life Famous. What Next?
The hedge-funder who loves a public crusade — and taking charge — is on to a new stage of his career: online warrior.
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First He Came For Cancel Culture. Now He Wants to Cancel Smartphones
The N.Y.U. professor Jonathan Haidt became a favorite in Silicon Valley for his work on what he called the “coddling” of young people. Now, he has an idea for fixing Gen Z.
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Trump Media Merger Is Approved, Providing Fresh Source of Cash
The deal will pump money into Trump Media, which will allow Truth Social to keep operating. Mr. Trump’s personal stake in the company will be worth more than $3 billion on paper.
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The Trustbuster Who Has Apple and Google in His Sights
Jonathan Kanter, the head of the Justice Department’s antitrust division, made his boldest move on Thursday by accusing Apple of antitrust violations.
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India’s TikTok Ban: What Lessons Does It Hold for the U.S.
The United States is agonizing over the possibility of a ban, but India did it at a stroke. Indians adjusted quickly, and Instagram and YouTube built big audiences.
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With TikTok Under Fire, Brands That Rely on It Worry
Many companies, particularly in the beauty and fashion industries, have boosted sales through the platform. They don’t really have a backup plan.
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Merger of Trump’s Social Media Firm Could Provide Him Needed Cash
The former president’s social media company is finally set to go public. Mr. Trump could borrow against the value of his stake in the company.
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Reddit Opens Up 38%, as Shares Begin Trading
The social media company’s debut on the New York Stock Exchange was one of the first major tech initial public offerings of the year.
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Radu Jude Brings TikTok’s Chaos to the Movies
Radu Jude’s films are messy mash-ups of art, literature, advertising and social media, with some dirty jokes thrown in.
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Reddit’s I.P.O. Is a Content Moderation Success Story
The site’s journey from toxic cesspool to trusted news source illustrates the business value of keeping bad actors at bay.
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What Is ‘Yapping’?
A new slang term with an old meaning emerges on TikTok.