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US Claims China Already Censoring TikTok Content Globally

Recent developments have brought to light concerns that China may be exerting influence over TikTok’s content on a global scale. A court filing by the United States Justice Department, which was featured in a recent report from The New York Times, has revealed claims that TikTok and its parent company, ByteDance, have already taken actions to censor content outside of China in response to demands from the Chinese government.

This allegation comes as part of the ongoing legal battle between TikTok and the US government over national security concerns. The Justice Department argues that TikTok’s previous attempts to address these concerns, such as storing US user data domestically, are insufficient to mitigate the potential risks.

The government’s filing suggests that China could leverage TikTok’s vast user base and sophisticated algorithm to manipulate content and collect sensitive data on Americans. Of particular concern is the app’s ability to gather detailed information about users, including their locations, viewing habits, and private messages.

Adding to these worries, a top official from the Justice Department’s national security division disclosed that TikTok employees have been using Lark, an internal messaging tool, to share sensitive user data. This practice allegedly allowed access to American users’ information by ByteDance employees in China.

While TikTok maintains that the US government has not provided concrete evidence to support its claims, the situation highlights the complex relationship between social media platforms, user data, and national security in an increasingly interconnected world.

The outcome of this legal battle could have far-reaching implications for TikTok’s operations in the US. If the government’s arguments prevail, it could lead to a forced sale of TikTok’s US operations or potentially result in a ban of the app within the country.


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