The AI fruit drama on TikTok that’s too juicy to pass up

He’s the hottest guy on the latest reality romance show to captivate audiences. But “Bananito” is not your average suitor. He’s AI — and a talking banana. Within 10 days, these anthropomorphic fruits — the stars of a TikTok series called “Fruit Love Island” (inspired by Peacock’s “Love Island” franchise) — have drawn in more … Read more

Tech investors sue Trump administration, accusing it of violating TikTok ban

A pair of tech investors, with the legal backing of a former Justice Department prosecutor, have filed a civil lawsuit accusing the Trump administration of failing to enforce a law that required TikTok to either separate from its China-based owner or face a ban in the United States. The 33-page lawsuit, which was filed Thursday … Read more

‘Skin care in a can’: The fishy beauty hack once again taking over TikTok

For beauty and fashion influencer Toni Bravo, the secret to glowy skin isn’t a K-beauty serum or a triple-digit skin care device — it’s a tin of sardines. “Everyone wants a skin care routine until I bring up sardines. Do you want it or not?” Bravo said in a Feb. 10 TikTok to her 930,700 … Read more

A 13-year-old died in Ohio after participating in a Benadryl TikTok ‘challenge’ | CNN

CNN  —  A 13-year-old in Ohio has died after “he took a bunch of Benadryl,” trying a dangerous TikTok challenge that’s circulating online, according to a CNN affiliate and a GoFundMe account from his family. Jacob Stevens was participating in a TikTok challenge with some friends at home when he ingested the antihistamine, the family … Read more

TikTok, Board Seats & Big Wins: 2025 Predictions You Didn’t See Coming

The new year always brings a sense of anticipation—a chance to look ahead and imagine what’s on the horizon. It’s also an opportunity to reflect and ask the big questions about ourselves, our industry and the clients we serve. At RAD Intel, we’ve spent years at the forefront of the creator economy, helping brands unlock … Read more