Summary
- TikTok is fighting against a US law that would force it to sell its US offshoot or shut down due to national security concerns.
- The US administration argues TikTok presents a threat by potentially sharing personal data with Beijing or influencing political debate.
- Despite accusations, TikTok denies any political interference from China and has spent billions to protect user data in the US.
- Some suggest a federal data privacy law could be more effective in protecting user rights than banning TikTok.