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Pirate Wires

TikTok Bill PASSED, Tent City At Columbia, NPR CEO Is A CIA Asset?! and Mission Driven Tech

Apr 26, 2024
01:06:45
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Liz Wolfe joins to discuss TikTok Bill in a foreign aid package, Ivy League protests, Coinbase's mission-driven tech, and the shocking revelation of NPR CEO's alleged CIA ties. The discussion covers anti-semitism protests, workplace activism, and the blurred lines between media and intelligence agencies.
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  • TikTok divestiture bill signed into law raises concerns about China's control and potential shutdown.
  • Ivy League college protests spark debate on anti-semitism and glamping trends among students.

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The TikTok Divestiture Mandate and China's Response

The US government has mandated TikTok to divest with the recent bill signing, prompting a potential shutdown. The CEO of ByteDance, signaling non-sale of the algorithm, implies China's control. Legal battles ahead hint at a prolonged process likely lucrative for legal representation.

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