TikTok, a popular social network owned by ByteDance, a Chinese company allegedly tied to the Chinese Communist Party, is facing a possible ban in the US. The app’s ownership by a Chinese entity has raised concerns among Western powers about national security and data privacy. In response to these concerns, the US government has proposed a bill that would require TikTok to separate from ByteDance if it wants to continue operating in the US.
The bill was approved by the House of Representatives but its fate in the US Senate remains uncertain. Some senators are cautious about taking drastic measures against an app with millions of users in the US, while others are supportive of the bill. President Joe Biden has indicated that he would sign the legislation if it is approved by Congress. However, TikTok’s CEO has encouraged users to oppose the vote and protect their app’s future on the platform.
Tensions between China and the US over technological, trade, and human rights issues have put TikTok at the center of controversy. Other topics discussed in content include non-invasive aesthetic treatments, online gaming, education, and other miscellaneous subjects. As discussions continue over TikTok’s future in the US, users can expect to see more updates on this topic in their feeds soon.
