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Bytedance: Tiktok's Chinese Owner - Key Facts

ByteDance, the company behind TikTok, is a Chinese tech giant with global reach and controversies.

Putin all but certain to win Russia's election; Chicago to begin evicting migrants

Russians are voting in a three-day election Putin is almost certain to win. Chicago will begin evicting migrants from shelters tomorrow when a 60-day shelter limit goes into effect.

WEKU · Mar 15, 2024

Shanghai Composite Index Rose 0.54% on Friday

Shenzhen Component Index closed up 0.6%

Caixin Global · Mar 15, 2024

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The proposed US TikTok ban hints at why Australia must further regulate social media

Stronger data privacy regulation could address some of Australia’s security concerns around the app

The Guardian - AU · Mar 15, 2024

Former Trump official Steve Mnuchin puts forward plan to buy TikTok app

Amid concerns over user privacy and national security, Mnuchin told US media TikTok ‘should be owned by US businesses’.

Al Jazeera · Mar 14, 2024

TikTok ban update — what it could mean for you and what happens next

TikTok’s possible ban in the United States still has a few hurdles to clear. Here’s what may or may not happen next.

Tom’s Guide · Mar 14, 2024

Tencent Acquires Bytedance Video Game Teams

Tencent's acquisition of ByteDance's gaming teams strengthens its industry presence and capabilities, driving innovation in the Chinese gaming sector.

Former Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin says he's interested in buying TikTok

Mnuchin said he's in touch with other investors to try to buy the popular social media app as lawmakers are seeking to force its Chinese owners to sell the business.

WEKU · Mar 14, 2024

Jimmy Kimmel on House vote to ban TikTok: ‘This is like iPhone Footloose’

Late-night hosts discuss bipartisan effort to ban TikTok, Trump’s missing classified documents and 2020 election redux

The Guardian - US · Mar 14, 2024

Mnuchin-Led Group Seeks TikTok Acquisition Amid Congressional Pressure, Trump Reversal

Former Treasury Secretary Mnuchin spearheads investor consortium to acquire TikTok amid bipartisan legislation push, Trump's reversal on ban stance

International Business Times · Mar 14, 2024

TikTok faces ban — here's 3 ways it can survive

We are getting closer to an outright TikTok ban in the U.S. but there could be a way to save it from closure.

Tom’s Guide · Mar 14, 2024

Algorithm Not for Sale

Plus: Kamala Harris' abortion clinic visit, Karl Marx's hypocrisy, CDC data struggles, and more...

Reason · Mar 14, 2024

EU Targets TikTok, X, Other Apps Over AI Risk To Elections

The EU on Thursday wielded a powerful new digital law to press TikTok and seven other platforms on the AI risks for upcoming elections in the 27-nation bloc, including from deepfakes.

International Business Times · Mar 14, 2024

First Thing: Israeli tank shelling that killed journalist broke international law, UN finds

Reuters journalist Issam Abdallah, 37, and colleagues ‘clearly identifiable’. Plus, house votes to force TikTok owner to divest or face ban

The Guardian - UK · Mar 14, 2024

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Al Jazeera · Mar 14, 2024

Why has the US passed a bill to ban TikTok, and what’s next?

The US House of Representatives has passed a bill that could force TikTok’s Chinese owner to divest from the firm.

Evening Standard · Mar 14, 2024

Why is the US trying to ban TikTok? Senate approves bill forcing parent company to sell platform

US President Joe Biden will now receive the legislation, which he has said he would sign

International Business Times UK · Mar 14, 2024

TikTok Executives Perceived Reduced Threat of Imminent Ban with Biden's App Involvement

Despite Joe Biden joining TikTok, the US is advocating for a nationwide ban on the platform.

WEKU · Mar 14, 2024

The House passed a TikTok ban bill. But is the app really a national security threat?

National security officials have long warned about the dangers TikTok poses as long as it is owned by a Chinese company, but the threat remains theoretical.

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The Guardian - UK · Mar 14, 2024

Thursday’s briefing: Will the Conservatives hand back a major donor’s cash after his Diane Abbott comments?

In today’s newsletter: The derogatory statements from Frank Hester raise uncomfortable questions about political fundraising in the UK

Android Central · Mar 14, 2024

Why US lawmakers want TikTok banned

The U.S. government is pushing to ban TikTok nationwide, but why is the app such a huge concern for lawmakers?

Roll Call · Mar 14, 2024

Schumer signals slower pace on TikTok measure in the Senate - Roll Call

Senate Majority Leader Charles E. Schumer offered no timetable for a vote on a measure to force the divestiture of TikTok.

PC Gamer · Mar 14, 2024

The US House passes a bill that could lead to a nationwide ban on TikTok

The bill will now head to the Senate.

AAP · Mar 13, 2024

No plans for TikTok ban in Australia despite US moves

As TikTok faces a potential ban in the US, the company says the move is "not based in fact", welcoming Anthony Albanese's more moderate comments.

International Business Times UK · Mar 13, 2024

From China to USA: Rumble CEO Offers to Acquire TikTok and Ensure Data Security

As the US considers banning TikTok over security concerns, Rumble has offered to buy the Chinese-owned app, touting data security and free speech protections.

The Guardian - US · Mar 13, 2024

Congress passed a TikTok bill. Will the US really ban the app?

A bill passed by Congress and signed by Biden requires owner ByteDance to sell or face a US ban – it’s its biggest threat yet

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