
From The New Yorker Radio Hour: The TikTok Ban Is “Rooted in Hypocrisy” with Katie Drummond
WIRED Politics Lab
US Government Pressure on TikTok and Hypocrisy in Tech Regulation
The chapter explores the US government's efforts to force the sale of TikTok amidst concerns of Chinese government ties and data security, while critiquing the lack of similar regulatory scrutiny on other social media platforms. It delves into the controversy surrounding the TikTok ban, bipartisan support for divesting from the app, and the push for better data protection regulations. Additionally, it discusses the role of xenophobia in the debate and the challenges surrounding potential buyers for TikTok.
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