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Arsenal of Democracy

24: How to Protect US Digital Sovereignty and Infrastructure from TikTok (feat. Geoffrey Cain)

Apr 11, 2024
Geoffrey Cain discusses the threat TikTok poses to US digital sovereignty and infrastructure, likening it to Chinese control over American media outlets. The conversation explores the need for regulations to protect democratic values and the importance of data privacy and security in the digital age.
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  • TikTok's control over news poses a threat to US digital sovereignty, warranting regulatory action.
  • Regulation of social media algorithms is crucial to prevent foreign influence on news dissemination.

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Implications of TikTok Ownership and Digital Sovereignty

Ownership of major American media platforms by foreign adversaries is addressed in the broader context of digital sovereignty in the 21st century. This discussion highlights the significance of regulating media ownership to prevent control by entities linked to foreign governments and emphasizes historical precedents for such regulations, underscoring the need to consider citizenship rights in media ownership.

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