TikTok

Israeli gov’t spends NIS 27m. on pro-Israel content on social media; most gets taken down

Government ministries have been sharing pro-Israel content on social media during the Israel-Hamas War, but TikTok refuses to participate or share content with Israeli symbols.

TikTok ad moderator calls to make Oct. 7 'international holiday,' claims 'Death to Zionists'

The TikTok moderator called several times for an “intifada,” referring to the deadly series of suicide bombings and mass shootings that took the lives of thousands of innocent Israelis.

Why are Jewish ‘influencers’ being asked to answer for Israel’s war?

Jewish creators – or at least those who verbalize that part of their identity – and brands, have become tasked with answering for the events happening in Gaza amid the Israel-Hamas war. 

Great news for makeup (and TikTok) enthusiasts: Super-Pharm launches PiXi in Israel

Super-Pharm launches the makeup category of the London-based beauty brand PiXi in Israel for the first time, featuring a trendy blush series with a convenient creamy stick texture.

27/05/2024

How systemic bias against Jewish, Israeli content creators influenced me to leave TikTok

Campaigns that aimed at raising October 7 attack awareness were banned by TikTok, claiming they were “political,” while Palestinian well-paid ads related to the war had been approved.

By BARAK HERSCOWITZ
26/05/2024

TikTok's next move: One-hour videos

Amidst its battle for survival in the US, the Chinese social network continues to expand its audience by testing longer video uploads.

By YINON BEN SHUSHAN
19/05/2024
People stand still in Tel Aviv, as a two-minute siren is sounded across Israel to mark Holocaust Rem

Holocaust Survivors and families of Oct. 7 victims emphasize the urgency of remembering

Survivors, including a Holocaust survivor, visit Auschwitz, drawing parallels to recent Hamas attacks. TikTok influencers join to spread awareness.

By DEBORAH DANAN/JTA
07/05/2024
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