ChinaTalk What to do about TikTok
Dec 20, 2022
Dive into the intricate world of ByteDance as it wrestles with government influence in China. Explore the implications of possible TikTok shutdowns and how the platform can navigate trust issues internationally. Legislative actions aimed at banning TikTok reveal serious data security concerns tied to its corporate practices. The discussion critiques TikTok's transparency lapses and responses, which could jeopardize its standing in the U.S. political landscape.
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TikTok's Trust Deficit
- ByteDance hasn't addressed core trust/transparency issues.
- This makes a long-term TikTok operation in the US unlikely.
TikTok's Scandals
- Leaked audio revealed data from American users was accessed by China-based employees.
- ByteDance reportedly used TopBuzz to push pro-China content and censor critical stories.
Internal Concerns
- The concerning reports about TikTok are coming from within the company itself.
- Foreign employees have repeatedly reported alarming behavior to Western media.