As TikTok nears a U.S. ban, apps like RedNote, Lemon8, and YouTube Shorts are emerging as viable alternatives for creators and followers alike.

Since its launch in 2016, TikTok, a video-sharing social media app, has gained immense popularity among users of all ages.

The No DeepSeek on Government Devices Act comes after a study found direct links between the app and state-owned China Mobile ...