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The video app is spending millions on ads as Congress considers a bill that could lead to a U.S. ban.

Many companies, particularly in the beauty and fashion industries, have boosted sales through the platform. They don’t really have a backup plan.

The social media company raised $748 million in the offering. Its shares begin trading on the New York Stock Exchange on Thursday.

Temu, Shein, and streaming and gaming apps looking to break into the U.S. market are spending huge sums to get their wares in front of American consumers.

As part of a promotional campaign, the beauty brand Tarte flew 30 social media influencers on a private jet to paradise. Many observers were not amused.

South Korea pledged to protect its online platforms from marketplace giants, but lobbyists are crying foul play.

The app once offered seemingly endless chances to be charmed by music, dances, personalities and products. But in only a few short years, its promise of kismet is evaporating.

The Vision Pro augmented reality device goes on sale Friday. Don’t expect Apple to host a splashy event to promote it.

A testing method borrowed from geology helped farmers sue a slew of stores selling supposed “Kona” coffee.