US Senate Passes Bill to Potentially Ban TikTok, Prompting Global Concerns / is on Nostr

Impact of potential TikTok ban on creators and the US economy, TikTok's e-commerce initiative, Global concerns about TikTok ban

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2024-06-23 23:59:51

Advertisers Prepare Contingency Plans Amid TikTok Ban Threat in the US
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Advertisers prepare for potential TikTok ban in the US as legal battle continues. TikTok offered a 'kill switch' to address data protection concerns, but US government refused further negotiations. TikTok is developing an independent algorithm for US users to address data security worries. ByteDance's video editing app CapCut also faces consequences. Advertisers consider shifting budgets to Instagram and Snapchat. TikTok has 100 million US users and until September 15 to sell US operations or face a ban. #TikTok #banthreat #datasecurity #advertising...
#newstr #Tiktok #Advertising #UschinaRelations
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2024-05-09 03:51:56

TikTok's Arrogance and Missteps Seal Its Fate in America
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TikTok and ByteDance have filed a lawsuit against the US, claiming it's unconstitutional to force the app's sale or ban. China's export control rules make it difficult to pass off the algorithm, raising concerns about TikTok's control by the CCP. The House of Representatives has voted in favor of a bill to force ByteDance to sell TikTok, and President Biden is expected to sign it. TikTok may challenge the bill on First Amendment grounds. The potential ban could impact the creator economy, and TikTok's downfall can be attributed to its arrogance and missteps. TikTok's founder is living in Singapore, fueling speculation about his citizenship. #TikTok #ByteDance #lawsuit #ban #creatorEconomy #China...
#newstr #Tiktok #Bytedance #Lawsuit #UsGovernment #China #NationalSecurity #CreatorEconomy #DataPrivacy #Regulation #UserData
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2024-05-08 05:23:55

TikTok's Chinese Owner Files Lawsuit Against US Government Over App Sale or Ban
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TikTok and ByteDance have filed a lawsuit against the US government, claiming it's unconstitutional to force the app's sale or ban. China's export control rules make it difficult to sell TikTok, raising concerns about its control by the CCP. The House of Representatives has voted in favor of a bill to force ByteDance to sell TikTok, but the company may challenge it in court. A potential ban could impact the creator economy, prompting creators to diversify on other platforms. #TikTok #ByteDance #lawsuit #ban #creatorEconomy...
#newstr #Tiktok #Bytedance #Lawsuit #ChineseCommunistParty #ExportControl #NationalSecurity
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2024-05-08 02:03:49

TikTok Sues US Government Over 'Unconstitutional' Legislation To Implement App Ban
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TikTok sues US government over unconstitutional legislation to implement app ban. The potential ban could have a significant impact on the creator economy, threatening the livelihoods of tens of thousands of content creators. #TikTok #ban #creatorEconomy...
#newstr #Tiktok #Bytedance #UsGovernment #Legislation #AppBan
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2024-05-08 01:05:05

TikTok Ban Threatens the Creator Economy
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The potential ban on TikTok in the US threatens the creator economy, impacting tens of thousands of content creators who earn a living on the platform. The $250 billion industry could face an 'extinction-level event' as creators may have to start from scratch on other platforms. Diversifying presence on platforms like YouTube Shorts, Instagram Reels, Snapchat, and Twitch is advised. #TikTokBan #CreatorEconomy...
#newstr #Tiktok #Bytedance #CreatorEconomy #Ban #NationalSecurity #ContentCreators
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2024-05-08 00:01:26

TikTok Files Lawsuit Against US Government Over First Amendment Violation
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TikTok files lawsuit against US government over First Amendment violation, challenging law that would force platform's sale to non-Chinese company or face ban. TikTok argues law is unconstitutional and divestiture within 12 months is not possible. Lawsuit expected to pause forced sale timeline and push back possible ban. Critics allege TikTok poses national security threat. Majority of Americans support ban if not sold to non-Chinese company. #TikTok #lawsuit #FirstAmendment #nationalsecurity...
#newstr #Tiktok #UsGovernment #Lawsuit #Ban #NationalSecurity #FirstAmendment #Bytedance
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2024-05-07 20:05:33

TikTok Files Lawsuit Against US Government to Challenge Potential Ban
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TikTok fights back against potential ban in the US by filing a lawsuit against the government. The Chinese-owned app argues that the law violates First Amendment rights and lacks evidence of security risks. The lawsuit aims to protect the platform's 170 million American users and the livelihoods of content creators. #TikTok #lawsuit #ban #FirstAmendment #securityrisks...
#newstr #Tiktok #Bytedance #Lawsuit #UsBan
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2024-05-07 16:35:35

The Chinese Influence on TikTok's Operations and Potential Divestiture Challenges
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The future of TikTok in the US is uncertain as the House of Representatives votes in favor of a bill that would force ByteDance to sell the platform to an American investor or face a ban. ByteDance may challenge the bill on First Amendment grounds. Concerns about TikTok's Chinese ownership and potential national security risks have led to increased scrutiny. The potential ban raises concerns about the economic impact on small businesses and content creators. In Taiwan, there are concerns about Chinese-made gadgets and their impact on privacy and security. In Ukraine, surveillance cameras transmit data to Chinese state-linked manufacturers, posing a security risk. Russian state-affiliated accounts have increased their presence on TikTok, targeting young US voters. Despite efforts to distance itself, TikTok remains closely connected to ByteDance, making divestiture challenging. #TikTok #China #security #privacy #ban #surveillance #Russia...
#newstr #ChineseGadgets #Privacy #Security #Taiwan #Ukraine #UnitedStates #Tiktok #RussianStateMedia #Propaganda #UsPolitics #Engagement
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2024-05-03 03:41:19

The Impact of Chinese Gadgets on Privacy and Security in Taiwan and Ukraine
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The US House of Representatives has voted in favor of a bill that would force ByteDance to sell TikTok to an American investor within nine months or face a ban in the country. The bill's passage comes after concerns about TikTok's ownership by Beijing-based ByteDance and potential national security risks. The fate of TikTok in the US now rests with the Senate, and a nationwide ban looms as a real possibility. The concerns about TikTok extend beyond data privacy issues, as the app has been found to suppress content and promote divisive narratives. The potential ban on TikTok raises concerns about the economic impact on small businesses and content creators. In Taiwan, there are concerns about Chinese gadgets impacting privacy and security, as China has collected information and infringed upon public privacy through social media platforms and security equipment. In Ukraine, surveillance cameras from Chinese state-linked manufacturers transmit information to servers, posing a security risk. #TikTok #privacy #security #China #US #Taiwan #Ukraine...
#newstr #Tiktok #Privacy #Security #China #Taiwan #Ukraine #SurveillanceCameras #Hikvision #Dahua #Hacking #RussianIntelligence #SafeCity #DataTransmission #Beijing #Moscow #War
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2024-05-02 06:02:53

TikTok creators fear economic blow of US ban
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The future of TikTok in the US is uncertain as the House of Representatives votes in favor of a bill that would force ByteDance to sell the platform to an American investor or face a ban. TikTok creators fear the economic impact of a potential ban, as the platform is essential for small businesses and generates billions of dollars. The concerns about TikTok extend beyond data privacy, as it has been found to suppress content and promote divisive narratives. The ban would not only affect US businesses but also have far-reaching consequences for UK businesses. #TikTok #ban #economy...
#newstr #Tiktok #UsBan #SmallBusinesses #Creators #Economy
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2024-05-01 14:01:48

TikTok creators fear economic blow of US ban
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The future of TikTok in the US is uncertain as the House of Representatives votes in favor of a bill that would force ByteDance to sell the platform to an American investor or face a ban. ByteDance may challenge the bill in court, but a ban looms. Concerns about TikTok extend beyond data privacy, with allegations of content suppression and divisive narratives. The potential ban raises economic concerns for small businesses and content creators who rely on the platform. The US push to ban TikTok reflects a new phase in data security and the intensifying rivalry between the US and China. #TikTok #ban #datasecurity #economy...
#newstr #Tiktok #UsBan #SmallBusinesses #Creators #Bytedance
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2024-05-01 11:30:26

Customs and Border Protection Interrogates TikTok Employees
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The future of TikTok in the US is uncertain as the House of Representatives votes in favor of a bill that would force ByteDance to sell the platform to an American investor or face a ban. ByteDance may challenge the bill on First Amendment grounds. TikTok's fate now rests with the Senate, and a nationwide ban looms. Concerns about TikTok extend beyond data privacy, as the app suppresses content and promotes divisive narratives. The potential ban raises economic concerns for small businesses and content creators. The US push to ban TikTok marks a new phase in data security and intensifies the rivalry with China. TikTok's data security practices have come under scrutiny, and more than 30 employees have been interrogated by CBP. #TikTok #ban #datasecurity #China...
#newstr #Tiktok #CustomsAndBorderProtection #Interrogation #DataAccess #ChineseCommunistParty #ProjectTexas #Bytedance #Investigation #Ban
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2024-04-30 13:58:25

Concerns over ByteDance's Access to U.S. TikTok User Data
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The future of TikTok in the US is uncertain as the House of Representatives votes in favor of a bill that would force ByteDance to sell the platform to an American investor or face a ban. ByteDance may challenge the bill on First Amendment grounds. Concerns about TikTok's ownership by a Chinese company and potential national security risks have led to increased scrutiny. The bill's passage comes after an expensive lobbying campaign by ByteDance. The ban would have economic consequences for small businesses and content creators. Data security is a key issue in the US-China rivalry. TikTok's internal systems left US user data vulnerable to China-based workers. #TikTok #ByteDance #datasecurity #ban...
#newstr #Tiktok #Bytedance #DataSecurity #China #Us #UserData
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2024-04-29 21:27:19

TikTok's uncertain future in the US: Potential ban looms as lobbying showdown continues
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The future of TikTok in the US remains uncertain as a lobbying showdown continues. Congress passed a provision requiring ByteDance to sell its stake in the app or face a ban. Concerns about national security and content censorship have fueled the push for a sale or ban. TikTok plans to challenge the law on First Amendment grounds. The potential ban raises economic concerns for small businesses and content creators. The US government is also considering banning DJI drones due to national security risks. #TikTok #ban #lobbying #nationalsecurity #smallbusinesses #contentcreators #DJI...
#newstr #Tiktok #UschinaRelations #SocialMediaCensorship #NationalSecurityRisks #SmallBusinesses #ContentCreators
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2024-04-29 15:57:37

TikTok creators fear economic blow of US ban
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The potential ban of TikTok in the US, UK, and Australia could have devastating economic consequences for businesses and content creators. TikTok has become a vital platform for small businesses, generating billions of dollars and supporting thousands of jobs. UK businesses would lose a valuable marketing tool, while Australian businesses warn of billions in economic damage. Meanwhile, DJI, the world's largest drone camera maker, faces a potential ban in the US due to national security concerns. These bans highlight the impact on businesses and the lack of alternative options. #TikTokBan #BusinessImpact #DJIban...
#newstr #Tiktok #UsBan #UkBusinesses #SmallBusinesses #DjiBan #DroneCamera
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2024-04-29 02:06:04

TikTok creators fear economic blow of US ban
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The potential ban of TikTok in the US and other countries raises concerns for creators and businesses who rely on the platform for economic growth. TikTok has become essential for small businesses, generating billions of dollars and supporting thousands of jobs. The ban would disrupt marketing strategies and impact content creators and influencers. The Biden administration aims to force ByteDance to divest, but the future of TikTok remains uncertain. Rival platforms may benefit if TikTok is banned, but the appetite for short-form video content remains strong. #TikTokBan #SmallBusinesses #ContentCreators #EconomicImpact...
#newstr #Tiktok #UsBan #SmallBusinesses #Creators #Economy #UkBusinesses #GlobalBans #TiktokInfluencers #DivestorbanLaw #Australia
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2024-04-27 23:02:18

TikTok Warns Ban in Australia Will Destroy Businesses and Damage Economy
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The potential ban of TikTok in Australia could have devastating effects on businesses and the economy. TikTok warns that the ban would destroy many businesses and result in significant economic damage. #TikTok #ban #Australia #businesses #economy...
#newstr #Tiktok #Ban #UkBusinesses #Influencers #Privacy #Security #DivestorbanLaw #Australia
https://here.news/story/c42eda2b?ver=0.74