The potential US TikTok ban — and what's at stake | Clay Shirky
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TikTok and U.S.-China Tech Tensions
This chapter examines the U.S. government's motives in considering a TikTok ban, highlighting national security concerns due to its Chinese ownership. It explores the complexities of American and Chinese data practices, the implications of asymmetrical market access, and the cultural challenges Chinese firms face abroad. Additionally, it critiques TikTok's algorithm, its addictive nature, and how regulatory approaches in different regions might shape its future.
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