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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.

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Explainer: Will TikTok be banned in the US and what is next for the bill?

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Explainer: Will TikTok be banned in the US and what is next for the bill?

The U.S. House of Representatives has passed a bill giving TikTok's owner, ByteDance, six months to divest its U.S. assets or face a nationwide ban. Concerns have been raised that TikTok's management could be influenced by the Chinese government, posing a threat to U.S. national security. The bill passed in a bipartisan vote, with most Republicans supporting it. If the bill becomes law, TikTok could be removed from app stores, making it difficult for users to access the platform. China has previously banned TikTok in India, Nepal, and several other countries. The bill now faces review in the Senate.

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.

What's going on with the new bill that could ban TikTok?

TechCrunch · 1y ago

What's going on with the new bill that could ban TikTok?

The U.S. Congress has introduced a new bill to pressure TikTok's parent company, ByteDance, to sell the popular app or force it out of the country. The bill aims to ban software with ties to U.S. adversaries from being distributed within the country, and if the bill becomes law, Apple's App Store and Google Play could not legally distribute TikTok. The legislation has received support from President Biden who stated that he would sign the bill if it reaches his desk. The fate of the bill in the Senate, however, remains uncertain.

TikTok seeks to reassure US employees ahead of January 19 ban deadline

Economic Times

Economic Times · 7m ago

TikTok seeks to reassure US employees ahead of January 19 ban deadline

TikTok plans to continue paying U.S. employees even if it faces a ban deadline on January 19 due to a law that may force its sale or ban in the U.S., according to an internal memo. The company assures that employees’ jobs, pay, and benefits are secure regardless of the situation. The U.S. Supreme Court seems inclined to uphold the law, but TikTok continues to plan for different scenarios to protect its 7,000 U.S. employees and users.

New push in Congress to ban TikTok or force Chinese divestiture gains steam

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

New push in Congress to ban TikTok or force Chinese divestiture gains steam

The U.S. House Committee on Energy and Commerce is set to vote on legislation giving China's ByteDance six months to divest from TikTok before facing a U.S. ban. If approved, this would be the first significant step towards a U.S. crackdown on the popular app, which has approximately 170 million users in the country. The bill aims to address national security concerns related to Chinese ownership of TikTok. Failure to comply could result in app stores being prohibited from offering TikTok. The bill is receiving support from the White House.

Biden administration pursuing TikTok over data practices: report

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Biden administration pursuing TikTok over data practices: report

The U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is reportedly investigating TikTok for potential privacy and data security issues. The investigation may lead to legal action or a settlement in the coming weeks. This follows a bill passed in March by the U.S. House of Representatives, which requires ByteDance to sell the U.S. assets of TikTok within six months or face a ban. The FTC and the U.S. Justice Department have previously examined allegations that TikTok violated a 2019 agreement to protect children's privacy. TikTok has not yet commented on the investigation.

US House to vote next week on TikTok crackdown bill

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

US House to vote next week on TikTok crackdown bill

The U.S. House of Representatives will fast-track a vote on legislation that would require China's ByteDance to sell TikTok within six months or face a U.S. ban. The Energy and Commerce Committee unanimously approved the measure, marking significant momentum for a U.S. crackdown on the app. TikTok argues that the bill is a ban and suggests it would be challenging to find a suitable buyer in such a short timeframe. The legislation aims to address national security concerns over Chinese ownership of the app. TikTok users have been flooding Capitol Hill with phone calls urging lawmakers not to back the measure.

TikTok says US House bill that could ban app would 'trample' free speech

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

TikTok says US House bill that could ban app would 'trample' free speech

TikTok has reiterated its concerns about a bill passed by the House of Representatives that would ban the social media app in the U.S. if Chinese owner ByteDance does not sell its stake within a year. The bill has now moved to the Senate for a potential vote. Many lawmakers and the Biden administration argue that TikTok poses national security risks due to potential data sharing with China. TikTok has defended itself, claiming it has never shared U.S. data. The bill's impact on free speech has also been criticized.

Instagram courts TikTok stars during turbulent times

Economic Times

Economic Times · 7m ago

Instagram courts TikTok stars during turbulent times

Meta's Instagram is aggressively courting TikTok creators amid uncertainty about TikTok's future in the U.S. The company is offering cash incentives, including up to $5,000 through the Breakthrough Bonus program, to encourage creators to post on Reels, Instagram’s rival platform to TikTok. This move comes as TikTok faces a potential U.S. ban due to security concerns over its Chinese ownership. Instagram is also enhancing its video editing tools to attract creators.

TikTok a US security threat, says Trump, similar to Facebook

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

TikTok a US security threat, says Trump, similar to Facebook

Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump expressed his concerns about TikTok as a national security threat, comparing it to other social media platforms like Meta's Facebook. Lawmakers are considering a bill that would require TikTok's owner, ByteDance, to divest the app within six months. The U.S. House of Representatives will vote on the legislation this week. Trump also criticized Facebook, stating that a ban on TikTok would benefit the company. TikTok argues that the bill essentially amounts to a ban and raises concerns about infringements on free expression. It remains uncertain if China would approve a sale or if TikTok could be divested within the given timeframe.

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