TechCrunch Daily Crunch What to know about TikTok’s uncertain future in the US
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Feb 18, 2025 TikTok faces a turbulent future in the U.S. due to ongoing regulatory pressures and privacy concerns. The app is under scrutiny over potential access to user data by the Chinese government. Recent controversies include a brief outage that left users on edge. Discussions touch on potential buyers and the app's high valuation amidst these challenges. As debates heat up, TikTok's fate in the American market remains uncertain.
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TikTok's Uncertain Future
- TikTok's ownership by Chinese company ByteDance raises U.S. data security concerns.
- The app's future is uncertain, with investors vying to purchase it.
US Government vs. TikTok
- The U.S. government's relationship with TikTok has been tumultuous, involving legal battles and negotiations.
- Trump's initial ban attempts were blocked, but later legislation aimed to force a sale or ban.
Trump's Change of Heart
- TikTok denies posing a security threat, claiming data compliance with U.S. laws.
- Trump's later opposition to the ban contrasted with his earlier stance.