TikTok hits 1 billion monthly active users worldwide

Chinese-owned short video-sharing app TikTok celebrates hitting 1 billion monthly active users worldwide this summit, the company announced in a statement on Monday.

“Users now come to TikTok every month to be entertained as they learn, laugh or discover something new through the campaigns carried out by the platform meeting its community’s needs.” the statement read.

“The global platform expressed its pride in becoming a home for its immensely diverse community of families, small businesses and creators who have transformed into well-known celebrities.” ‘

The United States, Europe, Brazil, and Southeast Asia are the biggest markets for TikTok, the company added.

“TikTok has become an essential and beloved part of the daily lives of its users around the world because of the creativity and authenticity of its creators. The global TikTok community is remarkable in its ability to reach millions of people, across generations. From music, food, beauty and fashion to art, causes and everything in between, culture truly starts on TikTok.”