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TikTok and WTA announce global content partnership to connect the next generation of women's tennis fans

TikTok and the Women's Tennis Association (WTA) announced a global content partnership to expand fan engagement through player-led storytelling, creator content, and the first exclusive TikTok livestream of the FAGE WTA Finals Draw Ceremony.

Snap settles teen addiction lawsuit

Snap has reached a settlement in a lawsuit filed by two teenagers who accused the company of designing its platform to be addictive and contributing to their depression, anxiety, and eating disorders. The settlement was reached during the trial, which was set to be Snap's first in a broader wave of litigation over social media's impact on young users. The plaintiffs had previously settled with Meta, TikTok, and YouTube. Snap CEO Evan Spiegel was expected to testify. The plaintiffs said they started using YouTube as young as age 3 and other social media platforms at around age 9, developing compulsive usage habits attributed to features like autoplay and infinite scrolling. A Snap spokesperson stated that the parties are pleased to resolve the matter amicably and reiterated the company's commitment to safety and well-being. Social media giants face thousands of lawsuits over claims they knowingly designed platforms to hook young users and fuel a youth mental health crisis.

• Snap settled a lawsuit with two teenagers during trial.
• The plaintiffs accused Snap of designing an addictive platform causing depression and eating disorders.
• Previous settlements were reached with Meta, TikTok, and YouTube.

TikTok Shop Success Now Requires Paid Reach, Expert Says

TikTok Shop is evolving rapidly, and according to Front Row Group's Daniel Zemitzsch, organic reach for new brands is disappearing. The platform initially incentivized creators with algorithmic boosts, but as supply and demand grew, TikTok reduced this organic push. For unknown brands, the first one to three months are critical, requiring a paid strategy from day one. Most creator sales now involve GMV Max touchpoints, with an estimated 80% in the US and a similar trend in Germany. The article provides a playbook for launching on TikTok Shop in Germany, including competitor research using tools like Kalodata and Reacher, effective commission structures (e.g., 10% standard, 15% for hero products), and the importance of creator relationship management. It also highlights the shift from organic to paid amplification, with a practical guide on budgeting, creator outreach, and the need for a sustainable long-term commission strategy.

• TikTok has reduced organic reach for TikTok Shop creator videos as the platform matured, moving from a growth phase to a monetization phase.
• Over 80% of creator sales in TikTok Shop US accounts now have a GMV Max (paid) touchpoint, compared to less than 20% a year ago.
• TikTok Shop charges a 9% marketplace fee, while Amazon charges 15% in most categories, making TikTok Shop a potentially cheaper sales channel.