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What are the national security concerns associated with TikTok?
What are the national security concerns associated with TikTok?
TikTok's ownership by ByteDance, a China-based company, and its data-tracking practices raise national security concerns. Personal data gathered by social media apps could be used for nefarious purposes.
Study Notes
- TikTok is a Chinese-owned social media app.
- It collects information about online and offline activities.
- It uses the same data-tracking practices as Facebook/Meta and others.
- It is owned by ByteDance, a China-based company.
- This raises national security concerns.
- A suspected Chinese spy balloon traversed sensitive military sites across North America.
- Personal data gathered by social media apps could be used for nefarious purposes.
- A majority of U.S. adults support a government ban on TikTok.
- At least 14 states have already banned the use of TikTok on government-issued devices.
- Congress must pass a privacy law that applies to all apps to make a meaningful change.
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"Are you aware of the national security concerns surrounding TikTok? Test your knowledge on the Chinese-owned social media app and its data-tracking practices. Learn about the potential risks of personal data collection and the calls for government intervention. Find out if you're up to date on the latest developments and what Congress needs to do to protect our privacy. Take the quiz now and stay informed!"
