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TikTok aims to inspire students, families, and professionals to #BeCyberSmart and promote diversity, education, and empowerment in the cybersecurity industry. They are partnering with the National Cybersecurity Alliance (NCA) to launch the #SeeYourselfinCyber initiative, connecting HBCU students with cybersecurity opportunities and creating a scholarship program. TikTok has also collaborated with the Global Cyber Alliance (GCA) to create an interactive Cybersecurity Toolkit for Individuals, providing a step-by-step guide and free tools to protect digital footprints. The content includes essential tips for online safety in various settings.

TikTok has launched an Elections Center to connect users with authoritative information and sources in over 45 languages. The center provides information on how and where to vote, candidates and ballots, and the latest election results. TikTok is also promoting digital literacy through videos that encourage critical thinking about online content and provide information about voting. The platform enforces strict policies against paid political advertising and election misinformation, using a combination of people and technology to enforce these policies. TikTok is committed to continuously improving its practices and processes to protect the safety and integrity of its platform during elections.

TikTok is hosting the second edition of #SuenaEnTikTok, a digital music festival that celebrates Latin music and showcases top Latin artists. The festival will be streamed live on TikTok on August 10th, featuring over 32 artists from Latin America and Mexico. Don't miss the opportunity to join music fans from around the world in celebrating Latin music.

Applications are now open for the third round of the Support Black Businesses accelerator program on TikTok. This program aims to elevate the voices of Black-owned businesses by providing exclusive access to resources, benefits, and networking opportunities. It highlights the creativity, innovation, and real impact that Black-owned businesses have on the TikTok and local communities.

TikTok is committed to creating a responsible and equitable platform where users can safely create, share, and enjoy creative content. They have taken concrete actions to earn people's trust, such as launching Transparency and Accountability Centers, publishing transparency reports, and establishing Content Advisory Councils. TikTok also provides customization options for users and is introducing new initiatives to enhance transparency, including API access for researchers and expanding transparency reports to include countering covert influence operations.

TikTok is a global platform that connects people from different cultures effortlessly. It allows users to learn, entertain, and express themselves without any limitations. The company is dedicated to creating an inclusive and accessible environment for its global community. In 2021, TikTok introduced captions and is now launching new caption and translation tools to break down language barriers and bring entertaining global content to more users. These updates include auto-generated captions, translations for captions and video descriptions, and translation for text stickers in videos. The aim is to bring people closer together through shared entertainment, regardless of language or location. TikTok values diversity and plans to expand the availability of these tools based on community feedback.

The Global Chief Security Officer of the company, Roland Cloutier, announces his transition to a strategic advisory role focusing on the business impact of security and trust programs. The security and privacy of the global community remain a priority for TikTok, with continuous efforts to strengthen the platform's security. Kim Albarella will serve as interim head of the Global Security Organization during the transition.

TikTok is introducing new features and technologies to enhance the viewing experience while ensuring safety. Users can customize their content preferences, filter out unwanted content, and discover new interests. The platform is also diversifying recommendations and reducing repetitive content on sensitive topics. Content Levels will be introduced to prevent mature themes from reaching younger audiences. TikTok is committed to creating a safe and enjoyable experience for users of all ages.

Follow Me is a 6-week educational program designed to help small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) leverage TikTok to achieve tangible results. It provides valuable resources on getting started on TikTok, sharing stories, building a community, and achieving business goals. The program includes tips from Small Business Ambassadors, a tailored learning roadmap, and guidance on running a TikTok campaign and integrating brand stories into videos.

TikTok is committed to ensuring the security, privacy, and safety of user data. They have established a new division called U.S. Data Security (USDS) to strengthen data protection policies and protocols. Access to data is limited to employees who require it for their job responsibilities, and strict controls and safeguards are in place. Data transfers across regions are being reduced, and all U.S. traffic is routed through Oracle Cloud Infrastructure. TikTok continuously validates security standards and collaborates with experts to test defenses. They have obtained ISO 27001 certifications and have been certified by the ioXt Alliance for cybersecurity, transparency, and privacy. TikTok is dedicated to earning and maintaining the trust of its global community.