Comments by "Screen Apple" (@screenapple1660) on "WFAA"
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The United States government has taken the decisive step to ban TikTok due to serious concerns about national security and public safety. Owned by the Chinese company ByteDance, TikTok has raised alarms over its handling of user data, content moderation, and its broader impact on American citizens, especially minors.
One of the primary concerns is the location of TikTok’s servers, which store sensitive user data such as names, videos, and behavioral information. These servers are based in China, creating the risk that the Chinese government could access and exploit this data, posing a threat to U.S. security interests.
The platform has also come under fire for failing to protect children. ByteDance has repeatedly refused to compensate American families who have tragically lost loved ones due to dangerous TikTok challenges. Despite these incidents, the company has not implemented sufficient safety measures to prevent such tragedies from happening again.
Moreover, TikTok’s content moderation practices are hindered by its data infrastructure being outside the United States. This makes it difficult to address issues such as cyberbullying and harmful content or to take action against bad actors on the platform. ByteDance’s refusal to meet the safety and data protection standards expected within the United States further underscores the need for this ban.
This decision reflects a commitment to safeguarding the privacy and well-being of American citizens. It also sends a clear message that platforms operating in the U.S. must prioritize safety, transparency, and accountability.
The government encourages the development of alternative social media platforms that can provide a secure and safe digital environment for all Americans, especially children. 🤷♂
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