CALIFORNIA (Kashmir English): TikTok has announced that it will not provide end-to-end encryption protection in the video-sharing app’s Direct Messages feature.
According to a report, TikTok has made this decision because the company believes that it makes users less secure.
During a security briefing in London, TikTok was told that if end-to-end encryption technology is used, the company’s safety teams or law enforcement agencies will not be able to read messages if necessary.
The company said that for this reason, we have decided not to make the end-to-end encryption feature part of Direct Messages, the main purpose of which is to ensure the safety of minor users on the platform.
With end-to-end encryption, only the sender and recipient of the message can read it.
According to TikTok, messages sent in its app are protected by traditional encryption, and only authorized officials can access them.
The company said this is done only when requested by management or when harmful behavior is reported among users.
Pine Drama: TikTok debuts new app for short-form dramas
Earlier, the popular social media platform TikTok rolled out a new micro-drama app, “Pine Drama.”
According to a foreign news agency, Pine Drama features short dramas consisting of one-minute episodes. This new app, Pine Drama, is currently available on both iOS and Android platforms
These micro-dramas are designed keeping in mind the fast-paced style and continuous viewing experience.
However, monetization features can be introduced in the future as this app is completely free of charge and without ads.
Through the Discover tab in the app, users can access “All” and “Trending” dramas. While episodes can be watched continuously according to their interests through vertical scrolling.
Features like favorites, watch history, and a comment section have also been added to the app for users. Through which they can track their favorite series and also discuss with other viewers.
TikTok is directly competing with platforms like Reel Short and Drama Box through this newly introduced application.
