TikTok
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ByteDance and the Rise of Douyin
This chapter explores the strategic ascent of ByteDance, focusing on its creation of Douyin to compete with Musical.ly in the U.S. It highlights the company's technological advantages and competitive strategies in both the Chinese and global markets, including the implications of its acquisition of Musical.ly. The narrative also examines the political scrutiny surrounding TikTok due to its Chinese ownership, raising concerns about user data and content moderation.
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