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Navigating TikTok's Controversy
This chapter explores the potential risks associated with TikTok's data collection, raising concerns about national security and the implications for sensitive information handled by ByteDance employees. It contrasts the debate over a potential ban with the values of free expression and open internet, while examining the responses from U.S. allies and historical parallels. The discussion also addresses the legal complexities of a TikTok ban, emphasizing the need for informed decision-making amid misinformation and the importance of balancing security with individual rights.