In recent news, TikTok, the popular Chinese social media platform, has been facing a global boycott as dozens of countries have partially or completely blocked the app amid concerns about national security.
The concerns about TikTok’s handling of user data and its links to the Chinese government have been growing for some time. Many countries fear that the app could be used to collect sensitive data on their citizens and that this information could be shared with the Chinese government.
The most recent country to join the boycott is India, where TikTok was banned in 2020 following a military border clash between India and China. The country has also banned several other Chinese apps in recent years over security concerns.
The United States has also been a vocal opponent of TikTok, with former President Donald Trump threatening to ban the app last year. While a ban was not implemented, the app is still facing scrutiny from US lawmakers.
Other countries that have taken action against TikTok include Australia, Canada, Japan, and the United Kingdom. In some cases, the app has been partially blocked or restricted, while in others it has been completely banned.
Despite the growing boycott, TikTok remains one of the most popular social media platforms in the world, with over a billion active users. The app has also faced criticism for its content moderation policies and its role in the spread of misinformation.
As the concerns over national security continue to grow, it remains to be seen how many more countries will join the boycott and what impact this will have on the future of TikTok.
