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TikTok leaders are pretty surprised that a bill to ban TikTok is zooming through Congress: report

Business Insider

Business Insider · 1y ago

TikTok leaders are pretty surprised that a bill to ban TikTok is zooming through Congress: report

A bill to ban TikTok in the US is rapidly progressing through Congress, catching the social media platform off guard. The bipartisan bill, sponsored by Rep. Mike Gallagher and Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi, requires ByteDance, the Chinese parent company of TikTok, to sell the app to non-Chinese owners or face a ban in the US. The legislation, which was unexpectedly approved by the House Energy and Commerce Committee, is set to be voted upon in the House and potentially move closer to President Joe Biden. TikTok expects the bill to pass and has condemned it as an infringement on Americans' freedom of expression. However, its fate in the Senate remains uncertain, with some Republican senators expressing concerns and opposition to the ban. American business leaders, such as former Activision CEO Bobby Kotick, have also shown interest in acquiring TikTok. The push for a ban stems from concerns about user data privacy and TikTok's alleged ties to the Chinese government.

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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.

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.

Watch: The TikTok ban, or at least the effort to force its sale, is gaining steam

TechCrunch · 1y ago

Watch: The TikTok ban, or at least the effort to force its sale, is gaining steam

A House subcommittee has passed a bill that could lead to a sale of TikTok or a ban on the app in American app stores. Former President Donald Trump has now come out in support of TikTok, while Elon Musk opposes the ban. Congress appears largely in agreement, citing concerns over data safety and potential political interference. The question remains: should TikTok be divested to resolve these issues?

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.

Hoping to stall a ban, TikTok says it generated $14.7B for US small businesses last year

TechCrunch · 1y ago

Hoping to stall a ban, TikTok says it generated $14.7B for US small businesses last year

TikTok has released an economic impact report in an attempt to fend off a potential ban in the US. The report claims that the platform generated $14.7bn for small to mid-sized businesses last year, resulting in $24.2bn in total economic activity. It also states that over seven million US businesses rely on TikTok, with 224,000 jobs supported by small business activity on the platform. The release of the report coincides with a bill that could ban TikTok gaining bipartisan support in the House of Representatives. The bill will now go to the Senate for consideration.

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.

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.

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.

Are we really going to ban TikTok?

The Verge

The Verge · 1y ago

Are we really going to ban TikTok?

A new bill called the Protecting Americans From Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act (PAFFACAA), also known as "The TikTok Ban," is gaining momentum in Congress. President Joe Biden has expressed willingness to sign the bill if it reaches his desk. The legislation raises questions about TikTok's connection to China and the possibility of a ban on the social media platform. The article also discusses potential buyers for TikTok and explores YouTube's TV redesign and Spotify's foray into music videos. The episode concludes with a lightning round of various topics.

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.

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