Social media platforms, including YouTube, Instagram, Snapchat, and LinkedIn, have been trying to replicate the success of TikTok by introducing their own short-form video features, with some being more successful than others.

The US government has suspended a visa program for tech firms, including Microsoft, in response to a federal court ruling. The O-1B visa program allows companies to hire foreign workers in specialized fields. The suspension affects companies like Microsoft, Google, and Amazon. The US Department of Homeland Security will reissue the guidance to employers on the O-1B visa program. The suspension is in response to a court order that found the program was not being used correctly. The US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) will provide additional guidance to employers on the program's requirements and restrictions.