TikTok has been making headlines recently due to the intensifying scrutiny it faces in the United States. The Chinese-owned video-sharing app has been at the center of a political and national security debate, with concerns raised about data security and its ties to the Chinese government. This has led to discussions about potential bans and legislation aimed at forcing its parent company, ByteDance, to divest its U.S. operations.
TikTok, known for its short-form videos and viral challenges, was launched internationally in 2017 and has since become one of the most popular social media platforms worldwide. It allows users to create and share videos set to music, with a focus on creativity and entertainment. Despite its immense popularity, TikTok has faced challenges related to data privacy and security, leading to regulatory scrutiny in various countries. The app's algorithm, which is considered a key asset, has also come under scrutiny as authorities seek to ensure the protection of user data and privacy.
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TikTok is in the cross hairs of authorities in the US, where new legislation threatens a nationwide ban unless its China-based parent ByteDance divests.
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The hugely popular Chinese app TikTok may be forced out of the U.S., where a measure to outlaw the video-sharing app has won congressional approval and is on its way to President Biden for his signature
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TikTok has said legislation ‘would trample the free speech rights of 170 million Americans’.
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