Eight TikTok content creators are suing the U.S. government over a law that could ban the platform, arguing it violates free speech, with creators stating TikTok is vital for expression and livelihood, and they seek to prevent the law's enforcement.

U.S. billionaire Frank McCourt is spearheading a bid to acquire TikTok in the U.S., proposing a shift to an open-source protocol to empower users over their digital identities amidst regulatory pressures and ByteDance's denial of internal divestment exploration.

Capri Holdings (CPRI) dipped 1% as a judge denied Tapestry's (TPR) motion in the FTC's lawsuit against their planned merger, seeking clarification on market definition, while Tapestry shares rose 3.2%.

BHP CEO to meet Anglo American head at U.S. conference amid rejected $39 billion offer, with BHP possibly preparing to increase bid, while Anglo shareholders urge expedited release of turnaround plan amidst interest from Glencore and Rio Tinto, and pressure from activist investor Elliott Investment Management.