December 6, 2024 at 05:05PM A US appeals court upheld a law preventing foreign control of apps like TikTok, risking its operation in the US by January 19, 2025, unless overturned. ByteDance plans to appeal, citing constitutional rights. Concerns about data privacy and security from TikTok’s Chinese ownership were central to the ruling. **Meeting Takeaways:** … Read more
April 22, 2024 at 09:05AM The US House of Representatives passed a bill over the weekend that would force the sale of TikTok’s US operations, amid concerns about Chinese ownership and potential influence. The legislation, part of a foreign aid package, is set to be sent to the Senate for approval, with President Biden indicating … Read more
April 1, 2024 at 09:19AM The US Congress is considering legislation that would require ByteDance, TikTok’s Chinese parent company, to sever ties with the app. Former White House chief information officer Theresa Payton warned of potential implications, including a 180-day window for ByteDance to offload TikTok and possible consequences for tech companies and internet connectivity … Read more
March 14, 2024 at 07:57AM Lawmakers in Washington have passed a bill posing a potential nationwide ban on TikTok, unless its China-based owner ByteDance sells its stakes within six months. Concerns include data privacy and national security, with the possibility of impacting content creators and small businesses. The bill awaits Senate approval, with potential legal … Read more