President Trump Considering Controversial Proposal for TikTok

President Trump is considering allowing TikTok to continue operating in the U.S. with its Chinese parent company, ByteDance, retaining control of its algorithm through a leasing arrangement, despite national security concerns. Various options are being examined, including U.S. investors increasing their stake in TikTok.

Deal to Save TikTok from US Ban

JD Vance is reportedly set to announce a deal to save TikTok from being banned in the US, potentially including changes to the algorithm. The deal involves ByteDance maintaining some equity, with data storage by Oracle and US equity holders retaining control. The ban was initially planned by the Biden administration but was temporarily averted.

Meta Apologizes for Flood of Violent and Sexual Content on Instagram Reels

Meta, the parent company of Instagram, issued an apology for the flood of violent and sexual content in users' Instagram Reels feed, blaming an 'error' in their algorithm. Despite efforts to protect users, some offensive content still made its way onto the platform.

Neuralink's Brain Implants and FDA Approval

Neuralink faces challenges as tiny wires in brain implants retract, potentially affecting brain signals; FDA aware of issue since animal testing; company aims to restore implant's function by making changes to algorithm; company seeks to design threads for seamless removal; company faces safety concerns and complications during trials; researchers debate causes of inflammation in brain; FDA issues notice for Trilogy EVO Continuous Ventilators