TikTok begins testing in-app shopping to challenge Facebook


BEIJING (China Daily/ANN): ByteDance Ltd’s TikTok is working with brands including streetwear label Hype to test in-app sales in Europe, a move that will intensify its competition with Facebook Inc and further blur the line between social media and online shopping.

The popular video app is hoping to replicate abroad the success of its Chinese mainland-only cousin Douyin, which racked up US$26 billion of e-commerce transactions in just its first year of operation.

Save 30% OFF The Star Digital Access

Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

RM 9.73/month

Billed as RM 9.73 for the 1st month, RM 13.90 thereafter.

Best Value

Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 8.63/month

Billed as RM 103.60 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!
China , Tik Tok , in-app , shopping , Facebook

Next In Aseanplus News

Bangkok seizes US$300mil in scam syndicate crackdown
Macron pushes Xi on ceasefire, ties
Mining firms face action as deforestation blamed for floods
Victims to get real-time location of stalkers
Scaffolding nets removed
Flood alarms sound again
Family grows anxious over Jimmy Lai’s health
Seoul says six nationals held in North Korea
Court upholds opposition leader Pritam’s conviction
Asean News Headlines at 10pm on Thursday (Dec 4, 2025)

Others Also Read