US Government Approves TikTok Ban: Latest Tech News
TikTok’s Future Uncertain as US House Considers Ban
Before a recent vote, the House of Representatives received a closed-door briefing from the FBI, Department of Justice, and National Intelligence unit raising concerns about the potential compromise of Americans’ personal data to the Chinese government.
The Chinese company behind TikTok has argued against the ban, claiming that it violates Americans’ freedom of expression. TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew has been actively working to prevent the bill’s passage, stating that there is no evidence of security concerns and that the ban goes against the US constitution.
In response to national security concerns, TikTok has announced measures to secure American user data within the US. Despite efforts to protect data, the Chinese administration continues to assert that the ban would ultimately be detrimental to the USA.
The fate of TikTok in the USA remains uncertain as various government agencies, including the White House and Department of Defense, have already implemented bans. The House of Representatives further restricted the use of TikTok on official devices in 2022, and President Biden has indicated his support for the bill pending Congressional approval. However, uncertainty remains as the Senate vote faces challenges.
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