Tiktok Ban

US pushes TikTok to either sell China-linked ByteDance to American investors or face complete ban

The measure is also the latest in a series of moves in Washington to respond to US national security concerns about China, from connected vehicles to advanced artificial intelligence chips to cranes at US ports.

India is the first country to ban TikTok over security concerns

The government blocked TikTok along with other 59 Chinese applications because of security concerns. Since then, India has banned over 300 Chinese apps, including Shareit, WeChat, Likee, Helo and more. The government has also blocked several betting and loan apps in the last few years too.

China responds to US vote on TikTok ban: 'Resorting to hegemonic moves when one cannot succeed'

At a daily news briefing in Beijing, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Wang Wenbin condemned the move. US President Joe Biden has said if Congress passes the measure, he will sign it.

US House passes bill to force ByteDance to divest TikTok or face ban in a big blow to Chinese firm

The measure is also the latest in a series of moves in Washington to respond to US national security concerns about China, from connected vehicles to advanced artificial intelligence chips to cranes at US ports.

US: Biden says he would sign proposed bill on TikTok ban as Trump raises concerns

National security officials have constantly warned of the potential risks of TikTok in the US, saying it could be used to spy on Americans or spread misinformation. Trump sought to ban TikTok and Chinese-owned WeChat in 2020 under his presidency, but was blocked by the courts.

Pakistan to take up resolution seeking ban social media including Facebook, TikTok and X I KNOW WHY

A senator said that there were concerns about the use of social media platforms against the interests of the country “through negative and malicious propaganda against the armed forces of Pakistan.”

Nepal bans Chinese video app TikTok in a bid to 'stop soaring hatred in society'

The decision comes as another setback for the Chinese networking platform, which has come under scrutiny in various countries, including India, the US, the European Union and the UK, where the governments have banned the application from its network over security concerns.

TikTok to pay $368 million fine as it fails to protect children's privacy in Europe

The investigation found that the sign-up process for teen users resulted in settings that made their accounts public by default, allowing anyone to view and comment on their videos.

New York bans TikTok on government phones, computers; Here's list of countries that imposed ban

"While social media is great at connecting New Yorkers with one another and the city, we have to ensure we are always using these platforms in a secure manner," Politico quoted City Hall spokesperson Jonah Allon as saying in a statement.

TikTok files lawsuit to stop ban in US State of Montana, terms it 'violation of free expression'

TikTok: In the lawsuit, TikTok claimed that the unprecedented ban, set to take effect in 2024, violates the right to free expression that is protected by the constitution.

Montana becomes first US state to ban TikTok completely; Chinese app says it violates people's right

The move was taken as part of efforts by the US to crack down on the ByteDance-run app, citing security concerns.

TikTok still has Indian users’ data, and it could be dangerous: Know-why?

TikTok reportedly layoff its around 40 employees from India who were working under the parent company banner. The employee who worked for ByteDance was promised up to nine months of severance pay, and most of the employees will only receive three months, the report stated.

TikTok to launch live shopping in the USA: All you need to know

TikTok has been reportedly working to incorporate a new feature for the USA market which will enable the users to do live shopping in the region. The new feature will be launched in association with TalkShopLive, a a live shopping platform based in Los Angeles.

TikTok will not be available on Apple and Google app stores, and this is the reason

The TikTok app is available to millions of Americans through the app stores on iOS and Android. The short video platform is reported to collect vast troves of sensitive data about US users.

TikTok parent ByteDance to partner with Hiranandani Group and re-enter India

Though it is yet not clear if ByteDance is actually looking to partner with the Hiranandani Group’s new venture Tez Platforms or is hoping to store its data in the Yotta Infrastructure Solutions’ data centres.   

Islamabad urges Pak authorities to review ban on Chinese app Tiktok

The telecom regulator had announced that it has blocked Byte Dance's video-sharing platform in the country due to the "inappropriate content" being uploaded on the website, Geo News reported.

Tiktok, Helo apps shut down India business

Chinese social media firm Bytedance, which owns Tiktok and Helo apps, has announced the closure of its India business following continued restrictions on its services in the country.

Homegrown apps capture 40% market share of TikTok since ban

TikTok gets another reprieve from US ban: Know details

Meanwhile, the US Department of Justice earlier this month appealed against a recent federal court ruling that barred the Trump administration's attempt to block TikTok downloads.

Pakistan lifts TikTok ban: Here's why

Pakistan recently banned apps such as Tinder, Tagged, Skout, Grindr, and SayHi on the grounds on "immoral and indecent" content