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Livestream shopping is gaining steam in the U.S., thanks to apps like TikTok and Whatnot

Tuesday, September 1, 2026


Whatnot and TikTok have added livestream shopping features to their platforms. Livestream shopping, which involves real-time video broadcasts where hosts demonstrate and sell products directly to viewers, has been widely adopted in China for over a decade. Both platforms are now expanding this model to U.S. audiences.

Original reporting: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/01/tiktok-whatnot-livestream-shopping.html

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