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How a Tech Executive Lobbied Lawmakers for the TikTok Ban

The New Yorker Radio Hour

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Exploring TikTok's Algorithm and Data Privacy Concerns

The chapter delves into the complexities of TikTok's algorithm and the lack of transparency, discussing the US government's push for divestiture due to concerns about Chinese influence and data privacy. It also covers the implications of TikTok's ban on personal information and digital campaigning, highlighting the importance of the platform's algorithm in reaching young people and politicians.

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