TikTok
- Analysis
- Social media
We were promised a crackdown on ‘deceptive’ influencer advertising. The ACCC has yet to deliver
It’s a global industry worth $37 billion, but in Australia, it’s largely unregulated. Both consumers and social media stars are paying the price.
- Bronte Gossling
Latest
From matchmakers to coaches: Why more singles are investing big in happily ever after
The world of elite dating agencies is in the spotlight thanks to Celine Song’s upcoming film, Materialists.
- Lauren Ironmonger
The seven friends taking Run It Straight from the schoolyard to the world
Six months ago, a group of friends in Melbourne decided to launch an organised version of the hit-up game they played at school. Six months later, RUNIT has become a social media sensation.
- Kayla Olaya
- Opinion
- Opinion
Luke Bateman shared his love of books online. Then social media turned on him
TikTok has fundamentally reshaped the way people read. And yet, a former footy player is now facing all the blame for a changing industry.
- Clare Stephens
- Review
- Chippendale
Try Tiktok-famous ‘tissue bread’ – and kiss your troubles goodbye – at this bakery
While it seems like there’s a new viral treat on every Sydney street corner these days, Buttered’s Korean-inspired baked goods aren’t just for social media.
- Lenny Ann Low
First there was darkness. Then there was Addison Rae
The TikTok star delivers on her pop promise with her remarkably stylish debut.
- Robert Moran
Edgy or offensive? How these early-2000s internet creators kept webcomics alive
Webcomics are well past their peak, but Cyanide & Happiness is still deep in the game. Here’s how it has managed to keep up with the non-stop beast that is the internet.
- Nell Geraets
Men are wishing their friends ‘goodnight’ on TikTok. It’s more than a cute trend
The viral social media trend is showing men how to connect with their friends in simple, but effective ways – and providing a bit of fun along the way.
- Hannah Kennelly
This former Bachelor opened a TikTok account to talk about books. Now he has a publishing deal
Luke Bateman started a TikTok account to share his thoughts about books he loved and had 136,000 followers within days – here’s what happened next.
- Mercedes Maguire
‘It will result in death’. But Run It Straight contestants say they’re ‘blessed’ to compete
Medical experts have laid bare the risks of the social media craze, which has already ended in tragedy. But its proponents say it’s here to stay.
- Kayla Olaya
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