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TikTok begs users to tell Congress not to ban it

TechCrunch · 1y ago

TikTok begs users to tell Congress not to ban it

TikTok is urging its American users to call Congress and protest against a potential ban of the app. A full-screen message appeared on the app, encouraging users to defend their "Constitutional right to free expression" and contact their representatives. The popular video-sharing app has faced scrutiny in the US due to concerns about data privacy and its connection to its Chinese parent company, ByteDance. Lawmakers have previously expressed concerns about Chinese authorities accessing American user data, although TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew has denied these allegations. The recent bill introduced in Congress could potentially remove social media apps deemed a threat to national security from app stores, causing TikTok to lose its 170 million American users.

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Biden won't enforce TikTok ban, leaving fate of app to Trump, says US official

Economic Times

Economic Times · 5m ago

Biden won't enforce TikTok ban, leaving fate of app to Trump, says US official

President Joe Biden will not enforce the TikTok ban set by Congress, leaving its fate to President-elect Donald Trump. While Congress mandated ByteDance to divest TikTok, the outgoing administration is deferring enforcement to Trump. Notably, incoming officials suggest TikTok might be preserved, indicating bipartisan efforts to extend deadlines and find American buyers. Despite previous attempts to ban it, Trump’s team now acknowledges TikTok’s significance for communication and influence, especially among younger voters.

Congress and the White House are talking about a TikTok ban, again. TikTok is taking them seriously.

Business Insider

Business Insider · 1y ago

Congress and the White House are talking about a TikTok ban, again. TikTok is taking them seriously.

Congress is considering a bill that would either ban TikTok or force its Chinese owners, ByteDance, to sell the company's US operations. This idea, previously pursued by the Trump administration, has resurfaced with bipartisan support. Although there may be no real consequences for politicians who claim they want to ban TikTok, there is a potential backlash from young voters who value the platform. TikTok has responded by informing users of the potential ban and encouraging them to contact their representatives. However, it remains unclear if TikTok truly believes a ban is imminent or if this is simply a precautionary measure.

Donald Trump's pledge to 'never ban' TikTok will be tough to fulfill, legal experts say

Business Insider

Business Insider · 7m ago

Donald Trump's pledge to 'never ban' TikTok will be tough to fulfill, legal experts say

Despite Donald Trump's promise during his presidential campaign not to ban TikTok, the app is facing potential banning as Trump takes office in 2024. TikTok's owner, ByteDance, is required to divest from its US assets or face a ban from app stores based on a law passed by Congress. TikTok is challenging this law in court but is not yet successful. Even with Trump's election win, the future of TikTok in the US remains uncertain as Trump cannot simply repeal the law. He has two options to intervene - not enforcing the law or claiming it doesn't apply to TikTok - but both approaches come with legal challenges and uncertainties. It remains unclear if Trump will prioritize saving TikTok as he begins his term.

Why the last attempt to ban TikTok failed

Business Insider

Business Insider · 1y ago

Why the last attempt to ban TikTok failed

The US Congress has passed a bill that could force TikTok to divest its US business or shut down, bringing a potential ban closer to reality. This is not the first time TikTok has faced such threats. In 2020, then-President Donald Trump attempted to ban the app over security concerns and Chinese ownership. However, TikTok denied sharing data with China and sued the US government. A federal judge granted an injunction, and when President Joe Biden took office, he rescinded Trump's executive order. Now, the tables have turned, with Biden indicating he would sign the latest ban bill if it passes in the Senate. TikTok has vowed to fight the ban once again.

TikTok's Campaign to Stop U.S. Ban 'Backfires,' Enraging Congress

Gizmodo

Gizmodo · 1y ago

TikTok's Campaign to Stop U.S. Ban 'Backfires,' Enraging Congress

TikTok has sent a push notification to its users in the United States, urging them to call their local representative to protest against a potential ban on the app. The bipartisan bill gaining traction in Congress aims to ban TikTok unless its parent company, China-based ByteDance, relinquishes control. While TikTok's move initially generated a flood of phone calls to congressional offices, it ultimately angered lawmakers, who unanimously advanced the bill in a vote. The bill will now proceed to the House floor for further voting.

The TikTok ban chaos — explained in 60 seconds

Business Insider

Business Insider · 1y ago

The TikTok ban chaos — explained in 60 seconds

A new bill that could potentially ban TikTok in the US is currently being discussed in Congress. While some people, including former President Donald Trump, have voiced support for banning TikTok in the past, there is now contradictory opinions on the matter. The main concern behind the ban is the app's ownership by a Chinese company and the potential for the Chinese government to access personal data or influence American politics through the platform. The current bill would require ByteDance, TikTok's parent company, to sell its US operations to non-Chinese owners to avoid the ban. However, it is uncertain whether such a sale would be feasible or if ByteDance would even agree to it. The proposed ban would not remove TikTok from existing user's phones but would prevent app stores from distributing it and hosting it on US websites, eventually rendering it unusable. The bill has already been introduced in Congress and is expected to pass in the House this week, but it still requires approval from the Senate and President Joe Biden to become law. The politics surrounding the TikTok ban bill are complex and bipartisan. Concerns about TikTok's national security implications have been expressed by Americans of different ages and political leanings, making it difficult to categorize the support or opposition to the bill. Both President Biden and former President Trump have shown contradictory stances on the issue. If the bill becomes law, ByteDance would have 180 days to sell its US TikTok operations to comply or face penalties. However, the timeline and the likelihood of a ban before the upcoming US elections remains uncertain as legal challenges are expected.

US Congress will not take up TikTok legislation before end of year: senator

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

US Congress will not take up TikTok legislation before end of year: senator

US Congress will not be taking up legislation this year to address national security concerns regarding foreign-owned apps like TikTok, according to Senator Maria Cantwell. Efforts to address these concerns have stalled in Congress, despite ongoing talks with federal agencies. TikTok, with its 150 million U.S. users, denies any improper use of U.S. data.

TikTok's pressure campaign accidentally proved Congress' fears

Business Insider

Business Insider · 1y ago

TikTok's pressure campaign accidentally proved Congress' fears

TikTok launched a campaign urging its users to "speak up now" against a bill that could ban the app in the US. The move, however, seems to have backfired as it reaffirmed lawmakers' concerns about the app's Chinese ownership, data privacy issues, and influence over teenagers. Congressional offices received numerous calls from TikTok users demanding lawmakers vote against the bill. Some offices received as many as 50 calls, leading to increased support for the bill among previously undecided members of Congress. A House panel subsequently voted in favor of advancing the bill.

TikTok Faces U.S. Ban in New Draft Bill

Livemint

Livemint · 1y ago

TikTok Faces U.S. Ban in New Draft Bill

TikTok is facing potential ban in the US as a draft bill has been introduced in Congress that calls for its Chinese owner, ByteDance, to divest itself of the popular video-sharing app. The bill addresses national security risks posed by TikTok and other applications developed or provided by ByteDance. The measure defines control by a foreign adversary as a business with a minimum 20% stake held by a foreign adversary or with headquarters subject to its direction. TikTok, which has 170 million American users, has described the bill as an outright ban that would infringe on First Amendment rights.

TikTok urges US users to call senators to vote no on TikTok ban

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

TikTok urges US users to call senators to vote no on TikTok ban

TikTok sent a notification to its U.S. users, urging them to call their senators and oppose a bill that would ban the app if it is not divested from its Chinese parent company, ByteDance. The notice prompted users to contact their senators and voice their support for TikTok. This comes after the U.S. House of Representatives passed a bill requiring the sale of TikTok's U.S. assets. The app has been actively informing its users about the potential ban and encouraging them to make their voices heard.

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