TikTok: What Now?
Face-Off: The U.S. vs China
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Navigating TikTok: Security, Innovation, and Cultural Exchange
This chapter explores the national security concerns surrounding TikTok and its parent company, ByteDance, particularly in relation to Chinese government influence and data privacy. It discusses the contrasting trust issues between TikTok and American tech giants, the platform’s unique algorithm focused on user interests, and the evolving dynamics of U.S.-China relations. Additionally, the chapter highlights TikTok's transformation from a simple app into a complex content ecosystem, alongside its implications for global internet governance.
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