TikTok job postings point to social features to help it compete with Meta

TikTok appears ready to move the platform closer to a full-fledged social network. As spotted byAxios, the company has posted new job listings for positions focused on social networking features and expanded direct messaging. A "Product manager - TikTok social" posting reads that the company wants to build "meaningful social connections between users." The job listings are reportedly connected to worries within the organization about retaining and growing user engagement. "Inside TikTok, there's...