TikTok on Sunday (Jan 19) announced that it is "in the process of restoring service" after the platform went dark on Saturday evening.
In a statement, the Chinese-owned social media giant said, "In agreement with our service providers, TikTok is in the process of restoring service. We thank President Trump for providing the necessary clarity and assurance to our service providers that they will face no penalties providing TikTok to over 170 million Americans and allowing over 7 million small businesses to thrive."
The company called it "a strong stand for the First Amendment and against arbitrary censorship," adding, "We will work with President Trump on a long-term solution that keeps TikTok in the United States."
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This announcement followed a proposal shared by President Trump on Truth Social earlier on Sunday, aimed at securing the app's future in the United States. Shortly after, TikTok&rsquo;s website became accessible to many users across the country, and some reported the app was functioning again.
Trump announced on Sunday his intention to issue an executive order to delay the enforcement of a federal TikTok ban. This announcement came just hours after major app stores removed the popular social media platform, rendering it inaccessible to US users.
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<h2>I&rsquo;m asking companies not to let TikTok stay dark: Trump</h2>
&ldquo;I&rsquo;m asking companies not to let TikTok stay dark,&rdquo; Trump wrote on Truth Social. &ldquo;I will issue an executive order on Monday to extend the period of time before the law&rsquo;s prohibitions take effect so that we can make a deal to protect our national security. The order will also confirm that there will be no liability for any company that helped keep TikTok from going dark before my order,&rdquo; he added.
The ban originates from a law passed in 2024, which mandates that app stores and cloud computing providers cease distributing or hosting TikTok unless its Chinese parent company, ByteDance, sells the app. The law was introduced over concerns that the Chinese government could exploit the platform to collect data on Americans or disseminate propaganda. TikTok, which boasts around 170 million users in the United States, has significantly influenced social media trends and has become a vital tool for many influencers and small businesses.
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Companies failing to comply with the law face hefty financial penalties. Trump's proposed executive order signifies a new development in the ongoing debate over TikTok's future in the United States. However, it remains uncertain whether the order will succeed, as it could face legal challenges questioning Trump&rsquo;s authority to delay the enforcement of a federal law. Some companies may also question whether the order provides sufficient protection against potential penalties.
The 2024 law allows the president to grant a 90-day extension if significant progress is made toward a sale that would transfer TikTok&rsquo;s ownership to a non-Chinese entity. However, the deal must be achievable within that timeframe, and it is unclear whether this extension option is still valid, as the law has already taken effect.
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&ldquo;I would like the United States to have a 50% ownership position in a joint venture. By doing this, we save TikTok, keep it in good hands, and allow it to stay up. Without US approval, there is no TikTok. With our approval, it is worth hundreds of billions of dollars&mdash;maybe trillions,&rdquo; Trump stated.
He further added, &ldquo;My initial thought is a joint venture between the current owners and/or new owners whereby the U.S. gets a 50% ownership in a joint venture set up between the US and whichever purchaser we so choose.&rdquo;
(With inputs from agencies)

World: "In agreement with our service providers, TikTok is in the process of restoring service. We thank President Trump for providing the necessary clarity and assurance."

TikTok on Sunday (Jan 19) announced that it is "in the process of restoring service" after the platform went dark on Saturday evening. In a statement, the Chinese-owned social media giant said, "In agreement with our service providers, TikTok is in the process of restoring service. We thank President Trump for providing the necessary clarity and assurance to our service providers that they will face no penalties providing TikTok to over 170 million Americans and allowing over 7 million small businesses to thrive." The company called it "a strong stand for the First Amendment and against arbitrary censorship," adding, "We will work with President Trump on a long-term solution that keeps TikTok in the United States." Also read: Chinese TikTok alternative RedNote could pose security risks in US, experts say This announcement followed a proposal shared by President Trump on Truth Social earlier on Sunday, aimed at securing the app's future in the United States. Shortly after, TikTok’s website became accessible to many users across the country, and some reported the app was functioning again. Trump announced on Sunday his intention to issue an executive order to delay the enforcement of a federal TikTok ban. This announcement came just hours after major app stores removed the popular social media platform, rendering it inaccessible to US users. Also read: TikTok shuts down US operations amid Donald Trump's reinstatement push I’m asking companies not to let TikTok stay dark: Trump “I’m asking companies not to let TikTok stay dark,” Trump wrote on Truth Social. “I will issue an executive order on Monday to extend the period of time before the law’s prohibitions take effect so that we can make a deal to protect our national security. The order will also confirm that there will be no liability for any company that helped keep TikTok from going dark before my order,” he added. The ban originates from a law passed in 2024, which mandates that app stores and cloud computing providers cease distributing or hosting TikTok unless its Chinese parent company, ByteDance, sells the app. The law was introduced over concerns that the Chinese government could exploit the platform to collect data on Americans or disseminate propaganda. TikTok, which boasts around 170 million users in the United States, has significantly influenced social media trends and has become a vital tool for many influencers and small businesses. Also read: Trump launches his cryptocurrency meme coin, price soars overnight Companies failing to comply with the law face hefty financial penalties. Trump's proposed executive order signifies a new development in the ongoing debate over TikTok's future in the United States. However, it remains uncertain whether the order will succeed, as it could face legal challenges questioning Trump’s authority to delay the enforcement of a federal law. Some companies may also question whether the order provides sufficient protection against potential penalties. The 2024 law allows the president to grant a 90-day extension if significant progress is made toward a sale that would transfer TikTok’s ownership to a non-Chinese entity. However, the deal must be achievable within that timeframe, and it is unclear whether this extension option is still valid, as the law has already taken effect. Also read: Donald Trump likely to visit China, India after he assumes office: Report “I would like the United States to have a 50% ownership position in a joint venture. By doing this, we save TikTok, keep it in good hands, and allow it to stay up. Without US approval, there is no TikTok. With our approval, it is worth hundreds of billions of dollars—maybe trillions,” Trump stated. He further added, “My initial thought is a joint venture between the current owners and/or new owners whereby the U.S. gets a 50% ownership in a joint venture set up between the US and whichever purchaser we so choose.” (With inputs from agencies)

TikTok returns in US, thanks Trump for 'clarity' and assurance on delaying federal ban

TikTok and its Chinese parent company, ByteDance, on Thursday (June 20) appealed to a US court to overturn a law that threatens to ban the popular video app in the United States starting January 19. The company in its filing has claimed that the US government reportedly ceased serious settlement negotiations with ByteDance in 2022.&nbsp;

Challenging the American government's "unconstitutional singling out of TikTok," the company said that the divestiture being forced upon it by a&nbsp;law&nbsp;enacted in April by President Joe Biden&nbsp;was "not possible technologically, commercially, or legally".&nbsp;

Meanwhile, as per a Bloomberg News report, the US Department of Justice is preparing to file a consumer protection lawsuit against TikTok over children's privacy violations.

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<h2>Divestiture not feasible, says ByteDance</h2>

US has demanded that ByteDance must divest TikTok's US assets or face a nationwide ban, However,&nbsp;ByteDance argues that such divestiture is not feasible and said that the law was a "radical departure from this country’s tradition of championing an open Internet."

The company also argues that the potential ban "sets a dangerous precedent, allowing the political branches to target a disfavoured speech platform and force it to sell or be shut down."

TikTok's future in the US, as per a Reuters report, rests on a September 16 hearing when the US Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia will hear arguments on lawsuits filed by TikTok and ByteDance along with TikTok users.

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<h2>DOJ case</h2>

As per Bloomberg, the DOJ will sue TikTok later this year on behalf of the Federal Trade Commission (FTC).

Instead of pursuing claims that the application deceived US consumers by hiding that China-based employees of its parent company would have access to their personal and financial information, the lawsuit would charge the company with children's privacy violations.

<h2>Why does the US want to ban TikTok?</h2>

The law and the looming ban are driven by worries among US lawmakers that the app by China-based company ByteDance can be used by Beijing to spy on Americans or steal their data.

However, the company maintains that this law violates free speech rights and unfairly singles out TikTok while ignoring "many applications with substantial operations in China that collect large amounts of US user data, as well as the many US companies that develop software and employ engineers in China."

In its latest filing, the company argues that it was clear that TikTok posed no imminent national security risks because the law "allows TikTok to continue operating through the rest of this year -- including during an election that the very president who signed the bill says is existential for our democracy."

(With inputs from agencies)

TikTok and its Chinese parent company, ByteDance, on Thursday (June 20) appealed to a US court to overturn a law that threatens to ban the popular video app in the United States starting January 19.

TikTok and its Chinese parent company, ByteDance, on Thursday (June 20) appealed to a US court to overturn a law that threatens to ban the popular video app in the United States starting January 19. The company in its filing has claimed that the US government reportedly ceased serious settlement negotiations with ByteDance in 2022. Challenging the American government's "unconstitutional singling out of TikTok," the company said that the divestiture being forced upon it by a law enacted in April by President Joe Biden was "not possible technologically, commercially, or legally". Meanwhile, as per a Bloomberg News report, the US Department of Justice is preparing to file a consumer protection lawsuit against TikTok over children's privacy violations. Also read | US Supreme Court upholds Trump-era tax on foreign assets; handing Biden potential win Divestiture not feasible, says ByteDance US has demanded that ByteDance must divest TikTok's US assets or face a nationwide ban, However, ByteDance argues that such divestiture is not feasible and said that the law was a "radical departure from this country’s tradition of championing an open Internet." The company also argues that the potential ban "sets a dangerous precedent, allowing the political branches to target a disfavoured speech platform and force it to sell or be shut down." TikTok's future in the US, as per a Reuters report, rests on a September 16 hearing when the US Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia will hear arguments on lawsuits filed by TikTok and ByteDance along with TikTok users. Also read | Environmental activists arrested for spraying orange paint on private jets at UK airport DOJ case As per Bloomberg, the DOJ will sue TikTok later this year on behalf of the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). Instead of pursuing claims that the application deceived US consumers by hiding that China-based employees of its parent company would have access to their personal and financial information, the lawsuit would charge the company with children's privacy violations. Why does the US want to ban TikTok? The law and the looming ban are driven by worries among US lawmakers that the app by China-based company ByteDance can be used by Beijing to spy on Americans or steal their data. However, the company maintains that this law violates free speech rights and unfairly singles out TikTok while ignoring "many applications with substantial operations in China that collect large amounts of US user data, as well as the many US companies that develop software and employ engineers in China." In its latest filing, the company argues that it was clear that TikTok posed no imminent national security risks because the law "allows TikTok to continue operating through the rest of this year -- including during an election that the very president who signed the bill says is existential for our democracy." (With inputs from agencies)

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The US House on Saturday put legislation forcing TikTok's Chinese parent ByteDance to divest its ownership stake on a fast track to become law. The legislation is now expected to pass in the senate next week, and president joe Biden has said he will sign the legislation.

TikTok ban in US: Legislation expected to pass in Senate next week

The US House of Representatives on Saturday (Apr 20) passed legislation that would ban TikTok in the country if the platform's China-based owner ByteDance doesn’t sell its stake within a year.

The US House of Representatives on Saturday (Apr 20) passed legislation that would ban TikTok in the country if the platform's China-based owner ByteDance doesn’t sell its stake within a year. A report by the news agency Associated Press said that the decision by House Republicans to include TikTok as part of a larger foreign aid package fast-tracked the ban after an earlier version had stalled in the Senate. A standalone bill with a shorter deadline passed the House in March by an overwhelming bipartisan vote as both Democrats and Republicans voiced national security concerns about ByteDance. The modified measure, passed by a 360-58 vote, now goes to the Senate after negotiations that lengthens the timeline for the company to sell to nine months, with a possible additional three months if a sale is in progress, the report said. Also read | Elon Musk opposes TikTok ban in US, citing free speech Legal challenges could extend that timeline even further, and TikTok is not expected to go away anytime soon. Joe Biden to sign legislation US President Joe Biden has stated that he would sign Saturday's legislation. Earlier this month, President Biden reiterated his concerns about TikTok in a telephone conversation with Chinese President Xi Jinping. TikTok reacts to legislation TikTok was quick to react to Saturday's legislation, saying a ban would trample free speech, and devastate businesses. Also watch | TikTok remains popular despite US lawmakers flagging concerns × "It is unfortunate that the House of Representatives is using the cover of important foreign and humanitarian assistance to once again jam through a ban bill that would trample the free speech rights of 170 million Americans, devastate 7 million businesses, and shutter a platform that contributes $24 billion to the US economy, annually," TikTok said in a statement. (With inputs from agencies)

US House votes to ban TikTok, but the app won't go away anytime soon

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ByteDance is pushing a new social media app in the United States as the Chinese tech giant's flagship app TikTok faces a possible ban. According to a report by CNBC late Monday (April 24), ByteDance had invited creators onto the Lemon8 platform before it officially rolls out in the US. Lemon8, a lifestyle app, is a blend of Instagram and Pinterest. The app was first launched in Japan in 2020. Citing data.ai, a data analytics firm, the CNBC report on Monday said that Lemon8 jumped 693 positions to become the second-most downloaded lifestyle app in the US in the last 30 days. Since its launch, Lemon8 accumulated 17 million downloads worldwide.&nbsp;

Glenn Gerstell, a senior advisor at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, said that some of the algorithms used in Lemon8 are similar to or the same as the recommendation algorithms in TikTok, which would make these apps "tremendously popular" as they feed people what they want to see and move on.&nbsp;

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Lindsay Gorman, a senior fellow at the German Marshall Fund, meanwhile, said, "You could see this as the competitive move of a company that’s trying to expand into different consumer markets and segments with more image-based and longer-form written content as opposed to only short-form videos."

Lemon8's growing popularity comes as TikTok faces a possible ban in the US amid concerns about potential Chinese government influence over the platform. CNBC reported that the lifestyle app's links to ByteDance and TikTok will come under the radar of American regulators.&nbsp;

While pointing out Lemon8's success in Japan, Glenn Gerstell said that if the app gets shut out of the US market, "they have still got (millions of) people around the world who could be users of this app."

Both Gerstell and Lindsay Gorman said that Lemon8 could also serve as an alternative for content creators if TikTok was banned in the US.&nbsp;

However, creating another app to replace TikTok was not a quick solution for ByteDance, according to analysts. Glenn Gerstell said, “It might give them a fallback in case something gets hurt on TikTok but I don’t see it as generating a solution for ByteDance in this regard.”&nbsp;

And Lindsay Gorman said as Lemon8 gained more popularity, it spoke to the need for American regulators to come up with a comprehensive framework to understand "the risks of Chinese internet apps and address them before they spiral out of control."

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ByteDance is pushing a new social media app in the United States as the Chinese tech giant's flagship app TikTok faces a possible ban. According to a report by CNBC late Monday (April 24), ByteDance had invited creators onto the Lemon8 platform before it officially rolls out in the US.

ByteDance is pushing a new social media app in the United States as the Chinese tech giant's flagship app TikTok faces a possible ban. According to a report by CNBC late Monday (April 24), ByteDance had invited creators onto the Lemon8 platform before it officially rolls out in the US. Lemon8, a lifestyle app, is a blend of Instagram and Pinterest. The app was first launched in Japan in 2020. Citing data.ai, a data analytics firm, the CNBC report on Monday said that Lemon8 jumped 693 positions to become the second-most downloaded lifestyle app in the US in the last 30 days. Since its launch, Lemon8 accumulated 17 million downloads worldwide. Glenn Gerstell, a senior advisor at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, said that some of the algorithms used in Lemon8 are similar to or the same as the recommendation algorithms in TikTok, which would make these apps "tremendously popular" as they feed people what they want to see and move on. ALSO READ | TikTok, Google are involved in ‘cognitive war’ on Russia: Chinese military study Lindsay Gorman, a senior fellow at the German Marshall Fund, meanwhile, said, "You could see this as the competitive move of a company that’s trying to expand into different consumer markets and segments with more image-based and longer-form written content as opposed to only short-form videos." Lemon8's growing popularity comes as TikTok faces a possible ban in the US amid concerns about potential Chinese government influence over the platform. CNBC reported that the lifestyle app's links to ByteDance and TikTok will come under the radar of American regulators. While pointing out Lemon8's success in Japan, Glenn Gerstell said that if the app gets shut out of the US market, "they have still got (millions of) people around the world who could be users of this app." Both Gerstell and Lindsay Gorman said that Lemon8 could also serve as an alternative for content creators if TikTok was banned in the US. However, creating another app to replace TikTok was not a quick solution for ByteDance, according to analysts. Glenn Gerstell said, “It might give them a fallback in case something gets hurt on TikTok but I don’t see it as generating a solution for ByteDance in this regard.” And Lindsay Gorman said as Lemon8 gained more popularity, it spoke to the need for American regulators to come up with a comprehensive framework to understand "the risks of Chinese internet apps and address them before they spiral out of control." WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

China's ByteDance pushes Lemon8 app in US as TikTok faces possible ban: Report

Even as TikTok is confronted with a pushback from US government quarters over concerns of app's alleged spying and data sharing, the video hosting platform is reluctant to become irrelevant in the country. As per a latest report by TikTok, the number of users on the platform has&nbsp;seen an uptick and has reached&nbsp;150 million monthly active users in the US.&nbsp;

The application had 100 million monthly active users in 2020. The Chinese application is already thriving in US. It has become the source of many entertaining and viral trends.&nbsp;

The development comes as TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew is all set to testify before US House Committee on Energy and Commerce on Thursday.&nbsp;US President Joe Biden in December last year signed a bill banning the Chinese app on devices of federal government employees.&nbsp;

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The move was taken amid concerns that the app, which is owned by the Chinese company Bytedance, poses a threat to national security.&nbsp;

US government had earlier levelled allegations on TikTok saying that the application shares users' data with the Chinese government, an accusation that the Chinese app has refuted.&nbsp;

As per TikTok data, over one billion people worldwide use the app to learn something new or connect generally with others holding shared interests.&nbsp;Earlier, Biden gave&nbsp;an ultimatum to TikTok saying that the application will face a potential ban unless its Chinese owners divest their stake&nbsp;in it.

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Reacting to this, the TikTok spokesperson Maureen Shanahan said, “If protecting national security is the objective, divestment doesn’t solve the problem."&nbsp;

“A change in ownership would not impose any new restrictions on data flows or access. The best way to address concerns about national security is with the transparent, US-based protection of US user data and systems, with robust third-party monitoring, vetting, and verification, which we are already implementing," Shanahan added as per a CNN report.&nbsp;

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Before the CEO faces the US congress, TikTok is apparently going out on an all-out PR effort to position itself as an application highly focused on the security of its users' data.&nbsp;

According to a Bloomberg report, the company took out a four-page colour ad in New York Times on Monday. A QR code in the ad takes the person who scans it to a page where a cartoon video elaborates on how the video hosting platform has invested $1.5 billion in security.

The company also gave ads in the Washington Metro system, at Union Station and in the Washington Post along with sponsoring Politico’s Playbook newsletter and Axios’s tech-focused Login newsletter.&nbsp;

Moreover, in what appeared to be company's corporate strategy to distance itself from the Chinese government, TikTok earlier also took out&nbsp;ads in Australian newspapers. As per reports, a TikTok ad in The Australian read the tagline “Don’t make TikTok a political football."

There are also reports suggesting that TikTok has an "army of lobbyists" which is trying to change the opinion of influential people in Washington to avoid a ban on the Chinese app.&nbsp; 
 
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Even as TikTok is confronted with a pushback from US government quarters over concerns of app's alleged spying and data sharing, the video hosting platform is reluctant to become irrelevant in the country. As per a latest report by TikTok, the number of users on the platform has seen an uptick and has reached 150 million monthly active users in the US. The application had 100 million monthly active users in 2020. The Chinese application is already thriving in US. It has become the source of many entertaining and viral trends. The development comes as TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew is all set to testify before US House Committee on Energy and Commerce on Thursday. US President Joe Biden in December last year signed a bill banning the Chinese app on devices of federal government employees. Also Read | In a setback for India, fugitive businessman Mehul Choksi removed from Interpol Red Notice List The move was taken amid concerns that the app, which is owned by the Chinese company Bytedance, poses a threat to national security. US government had earlier levelled allegations on TikTok saying that the application shares users' data with the Chinese government, an accusation that the Chinese app has refuted. As per TikTok data, over one billion people worldwide use the app to learn something new or connect generally with others holding shared interests. Earlier, Biden gave an ultimatum to TikTok saying that the application will face a potential ban unless its Chinese owners divest their stake in it. Also Read | Delhi Murder: Shraddha Walkar's audio clip played in court, gut-wrenching accounts make father tremble Reacting to this, the TikTok spokesperson Maureen Shanahan said, “If protecting national security is the objective, divestment doesn’t solve the problem." “A change in ownership would not impose any new restrictions on data flows or access. The best way to address concerns about national security is with the transparent, US-based protection of US user data and systems, with robust third-party monitoring, vetting, and verification, which we are already implementing," Shanahan added as per a CNN report. Watch | France protest: Police fire tear gas on protestors Before the CEO faces the US congress, TikTok is apparently going out on an all-out PR effort to position itself as an application highly focused on the security of its users' data. According to a Bloomberg report, the company took out a four-page colour ad in New York Times on Monday. A QR code in the ad takes the person who scans it to a page where a cartoon video elaborates on how the video hosting platform has invested $1.5 billion in security. The company also gave ads in the Washington Metro system, at Union Station and in the Washington Post along with sponsoring Politico’s Playbook newsletter and Axios’s tech-focused Login newsletter. Moreover, in what appeared to be company's corporate strategy to distance itself from the Chinese government, TikTok earlier also took out ads in Australian newspapers. As per reports, a TikTok ad in The Australian read the tagline “Don’t make TikTok a political football." There are also reports suggesting that TikTok has an "army of lobbyists" which is trying to change the opinion of influential people in Washington to avoid a ban on the Chinese app. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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The government in Belgium also banned TikTok from government phones over concerns of misinformation, privacy and cybersecurity, said the country's prime minister on Friday.

The step taken is similar to the recent ban imposed on the video sharing app by the government authorities in the United States and Europe.

According to a post shared on Alexander de Croo’s website, TikTok will be prohibited temporarily for at least six months from the devices which the federal government of Belgium owns or is paying for.

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No immediate response was given by TikTok. The company, which is owned by China’s ByteDance, has for a long time maintained that no data of the application is shared with the Chinese government and that the data is not held in China.

This week, new measures were unveiled by TikTok to ease concerns being raised about user data protection in Europe.

But the three main institutions of the European Union and the defence ministry of Denmark have already given orders to their employees to delete the application from mobile devices which are being used for official business.

The governments have imposed similar bans in Canada and the US. De Croo said that the ban imposed by Belgium was based on the warning issued by its cybersecurity centre and the state security service, which stated that the user data can be harvested by the application and algorithms can be tweaked to manipulate its content and news feed.

The officials further warned that TikTok can be forced to spy for Beijing, he stated.

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“We are in a new geopolitical context where influence and surveillance between states have shifted to the digital world,” said de Croo, in an online statement.

“We must not be naive: TikTok is a Chinese company which today is obliged to cooperate with the intelligence services. This is the reality. Prohibiting its use on federal service devices is common sense,” he added.&nbsp;

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The government in Belgium also banned TikTok from government phones over concerns of misinformation, privacy and cybersecurity, said the country's prime minister on Friday.

The government in Belgium also banned TikTok from government phones over concerns of misinformation, privacy and cybersecurity, said the country's prime minister on Friday. The step taken is similar to the recent ban imposed on the video sharing app by the government authorities in the United States and Europe. According to a post shared on Alexander de Croo’s website, TikTok will be prohibited temporarily for at least six months from the devices which the federal government of Belgium owns or is paying for. ALSO READ | TikTok adds paywall feature with longer videos for creators No immediate response was given by TikTok. The company, which is owned by China’s ByteDance, has for a long time maintained that no data of the application is shared with the Chinese government and that the data is not held in China. This week, new measures were unveiled by TikTok to ease concerns being raised about user data protection in Europe. But the three main institutions of the European Union and the defence ministry of Denmark have already given orders to their employees to delete the application from mobile devices which are being used for official business. The governments have imposed similar bans in Canada and the US. De Croo said that the ban imposed by Belgium was based on the warning issued by its cybersecurity centre and the state security service, which stated that the user data can be harvested by the application and algorithms can be tweaked to manipulate its content and news feed. The officials further warned that TikTok can be forced to spy for Beijing, he stated. WATCH | White House backs Senate bill to boost U.S. ability to ban TikTok “We are in a new geopolitical context where influence and surveillance between states have shifted to the digital world,” said de Croo, in an online statement. “We must not be naive: TikTok is a Chinese company which today is obliged to cooperate with the intelligence services. This is the reality. Prohibiting its use on federal service devices is common sense,” he added. (With inputs from agencies) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

Belgium follows footsteps of US and EU, bans TikTok from government phones

Wisconsin and North Carolina on Thursday banned the use of TikTok on government-owned devices over cyber security concerns.&nbsp;The ban on the use of the Chinese app&nbsp;in the United States has widened. A few days back, New Jersey, Arkansas and Ohio banned the app, adding their names along with over 20 more states.

Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers signing the order of ban said, "In the digital age, defending our state’s technology and cybersecurity infrastructure and protecting digital privacy have to be a top priority for us as a state."

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The state governor added that along with&nbsp;banning the Chinese social media app, he is also banning vendors, products, and services from nine companies, including Huawei Technologies, Tencent Holdings, and ZTE Corporation, Reuters reported.&nbsp;

While Roy Cooper, North Carolina's governor signed an order directing the officials to develop a policy with 14 days to prohibit the use of Chinese apps including TikTok, and WeChat.

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The call to ban TikTok was fuelled after Christopher Wray, the FBI director in November last year said that the app poses a national security threat. Wray also said that through the app, the Chinese government can influence users or control their devices.&nbsp;

In response to this, the social media app said that it's "disappointed that so many states are jumping on the political bandwagon to enact policies that will do nothing to advance cybersecurity in their states and are based on unfounded falsehoods about TikTok."

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For the last three years, the app has been trying to assure Washington that the private data of US citizens cannot be manipulated by the Chinese government or any other influence.&nbsp;

In December, US President Joe Biden signed into law a funding bill that includes banning the use or download of TikTok by government employees.&nbsp;

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Wisconsin and North Carolina on Thursday banned the use of TikTok on government-owned devices over cyber security concerns. The ban on the use of the Chinese app in the United States has widened.

Wisconsin and North Carolina on Thursday banned the use of TikTok on government-owned devices over cyber security concerns. The ban on the use of the Chinese app in the United States has widened. A few days back, New Jersey, Arkansas and Ohio banned the app, adding their names along with over 20 more states. Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers signing the order of ban said, "In the digital age, defending our state’s technology and cybersecurity infrastructure and protecting digital privacy have to be a top priority for us as a state." Also read | TikTok fined $5.4 million by France for 'cookies' related issues The state governor added that along with banning the Chinese social media app, he is also banning vendors, products, and services from nine companies, including Huawei Technologies, Tencent Holdings, and ZTE Corporation, Reuters reported. While Roy Cooper, North Carolina's governor signed an order directing the officials to develop a policy with 14 days to prohibit the use of Chinese apps including TikTok, and WeChat. Watch | Gravitas: Tiktokers 'rage applying' to new jobs The call to ban TikTok was fuelled after Christopher Wray, the FBI director in November last year said that the app poses a national security threat. Wray also said that through the app, the Chinese government can influence users or control their devices. In response to this, the social media app said that it's "disappointed that so many states are jumping on the political bandwagon to enact policies that will do nothing to advance cybersecurity in their states and are based on unfounded falsehoods about TikTok." Also read | New Jersey and Ohio also ban TikTok on government-owned devices For the last three years, the app has been trying to assure Washington that the private data of US citizens cannot be manipulated by the Chinese government or any other influence. In December, US President Joe Biden signed into law a funding bill that includes banning the use or download of TikTok by government employees. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

US: Wisconsin and North Carolina ban TikTok on government-owned devices

The ban on use of TikTok on government-owned and managed devices widened in the US with New Jersey and Ohio joining other states in blocking the popular video app on Monday. New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy, a Democrat, said that he was also banning software vendors, products, and services from more than a dozen vendors including Huawei, Hikvision, Tencent Holdings LTD, ZTE Corporation and Kaspersky Lab.

Murphy's office said "there have been national security concerns about user data the Chinese government might require ByteDance to provide."

Several US states have already imposed a similar ban on the ByteDance-owned app over security concerns and that user data might be shared with China through the app. It has also been banned from all US House of Representatives-managed devices.&nbsp;

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Ohio Governor Mike DeWine, who is a Republican, said in his order "these surreptitious data privacy and cybersecurity practices pose national and local security and cybersecurity threats to users of these applications and platforms and the devices storing the applications and platforms."

TikTok hasn't said on the latest decision yet, but had earlier said that the concerns are a result of misinformation.

Earlier, Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers had said on Friday that he is also planning to join other states in banning the use of the popular video app.&nbsp;

The proposal to bar federal government employees from using the popular video app on government-owned devices has also been added to the $1.66 trillion spending bill passed to fund the US government through to September 30, 2023.&nbsp;

Calls to ban TikTok from government devices gained popularity after FBI Director Christopher Wray said in November it poses national security risks. Wray raised concerns that the Chinese government could use the app to influence users or control their devices.

TikTok has been trying to assure Washington for over three years that the personal data of US citizens cannot be accessed and its content cannot be manipulated by China's Communist Party or any other entity under Beijing's influence.

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The ban on use of TikTok on government-owned and managed devices widened in the US with New Jersey and Ohio joining other states in blocking the popular video app on Monday.

The ban on use of TikTok on government-owned and managed devices widened in the US with New Jersey and Ohio joining other states in blocking the popular video app on Monday. New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy, a Democrat, said that he was also banning software vendors, products, and services from more than a dozen vendors including Huawei, Hikvision, Tencent Holdings LTD, ZTE Corporation and Kaspersky Lab. Murphy's office said "there have been national security concerns about user data the Chinese government might require ByteDance to provide." Several US states have already imposed a similar ban on the ByteDance-owned app over security concerns and that user data might be shared with China through the app. It has also been banned from all US House of Representatives-managed devices. Also Read | TikTok banned from all US House of Representatives-managed devices Ohio Governor Mike DeWine, who is a Republican, said in his order "these surreptitious data privacy and cybersecurity practices pose national and local security and cybersecurity threats to users of these applications and platforms and the devices storing the applications and platforms." TikTok hasn't said on the latest decision yet, but had earlier said that the concerns are a result of misinformation. Earlier, Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers had said on Friday that he is also planning to join other states in banning the use of the popular video app. The proposal to bar federal government employees from using the popular video app on government-owned devices has also been added to the $1.66 trillion spending bill passed to fund the US government through to September 30, 2023. Calls to ban TikTok from government devices gained popularity after FBI Director Christopher Wray said in November it poses national security risks. Wray raised concerns that the Chinese government could use the app to influence users or control their devices. TikTok has been trying to assure Washington for over three years that the personal data of US citizens cannot be accessed and its content cannot be manipulated by China's Communist Party or any other entity under Beijing's influence. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

New Jersey and Ohio also ban TikTok on government-owned devices

Chinese video app TikTok has been banned from all US House of Representatives-managed devices, the House's administration arm informed Tuesday. The move is similar to another law soon expected to come into effect in the country that will block the app from all US government devices.

House's Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) in a message sent to all lawmakers and staff said the app is considered "high risk due to a number of security issues". He further asked them to delete it from all devices managed by the House.

Several states have already imposed a ban on the use of ByteDance-owned app&nbsp;on state devices and networks citing security reasons and the fear that China might be able to monitor Americans and access their data. As of last week, 19 states have at least partially blocked the app.

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Just last week, the proposal to bar federal government employees from using the popular video app on government-owned devices was added to the $1.66 trillion spending bill passed to fund the US government through to September 30, 2023. As per the requirements of the bill, the White House Office of Management and Budget has 60 days "to develop standards and guidelines for executive agencies requiring the removal" of TikTok from federal devices. It will take effect once President Joe Biden signs the legislation into law.

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"With the passage of the Omnibus that banned TikTok on executive branch devices, the CAO worked with the Committee on House Administration to implement a similar policy for the House," a spokesperson for the Chief Administrative Officer told Reuters on Tuesday.

The message to staff said anyone with TikTok on their device would be contacted about removing it, and future downloads of the app were prohibited. TikTok has not commented on the matter yet.&nbsp;

US lawmakers have also proposed imposing a nationwide ban on the app like some other countries, such as India.&nbsp;

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Chinese video app TikTok has been banned from all US House of Representatives-managed devices, the House's administration arm informed Tuesday. The move is similar to another law soon expected to come into effect in the country that will block the app from all US government devices. House's Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) in a message sent to all lawmakers and staff said the app is considered "high risk due to a number of security issues". He further asked them to delete it from all devices managed by the House. Several states have already imposed a ban on the use of ByteDance-owned app on state devices and networks citing security reasons and the fear that China might be able to monitor Americans and access their data. As of last week, 19 states have at least partially blocked the app. Also Read | ByteDance finds former TikTok employees hacked data of two US journalists Just last week, the proposal to bar federal government employees from using the popular video app on government-owned devices was added to the $1.66 trillion spending bill passed to fund the US government through to September 30, 2023. As per the requirements of the bill, the White House Office of Management and Budget has 60 days "to develop standards and guidelines for executive agencies requiring the removal" of TikTok from federal devices. It will take effect once President Joe Biden signs the legislation into law. × "With the passage of the Omnibus that banned TikTok on executive branch devices, the CAO worked with the Committee on House Administration to implement a similar policy for the House," a spokesperson for the Chief Administrative Officer told Reuters on Tuesday. The message to staff said anyone with TikTok on their device would be contacted about removing it, and future downloads of the app were prohibited. TikTok has not commented on the matter yet. US lawmakers have also proposed imposing a nationwide ban on the app like some other countries, such as India. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

TikTok banned from all US House of Representatives-managed devices

US lawmakers early Tuesday included the proposal to bar federal government employees from using the popular video app TikTok on government-owned devices in a key spending bill.&nbsp;

Amid national security fears, the Senate last week voted on a bill sponsored by Republican Senator Josh Hawley to bar federal employees from using the ByteDance-owned app on government-owned devices. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and House Republican Leader Kevin McCarthy had also backed the proposal last week.

As per the requirements of the bill, White House Office of Management and Budget has 60 days "to develop standards and guidelines for executive agencies requiring the removal" of TikTok from federal devices.

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Many federal agencies, such as the White House and the Defense, Homeland Security and State departments, already ban TikTok from government-owned devices.

Meanwhile, Louisiana and West Virginia became the latest US states on Monday to ban the app on government-managed devices over security concerns and that China could use it to track Americans and censor content. Now, at least 19 of the 50 US states have at least partially blocked the popular video platform on government computers.&nbsp;

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Some members of Congress last week proposed a nationwide ban, which would follow countries such as India that have already prohibited its use.&nbsp;

On the other hand, TikTok says the concerns are a result of misinformation. The legislation would not impact the more than 100 million Americans who use TikTok on private or company-owned devices.

In 2020, then-President Donald Trump had tried to block new users from downloading TikTok, effectively blocking the app's use in the United States, but he lost a series of court battles.

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US lawmakers early Tuesday included the proposal to bar federal government employees from using the popular video app TikTok on government-owned devices in a key spending bill.

US lawmakers early Tuesday included the proposal to bar federal government employees from using the popular video app TikTok on government-owned devices in a key spending bill. Amid national security fears, the Senate last week voted on a bill sponsored by Republican Senator Josh Hawley to bar federal employees from using the ByteDance-owned app on government-owned devices. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and House Republican Leader Kevin McCarthy had also backed the proposal last week. As per the requirements of the bill, White House Office of Management and Budget has 60 days "to develop standards and guidelines for executive agencies requiring the removal" of TikTok from federal devices. Also Read | TikTok slams Biden admin for 'troubling' bipartisan law, says push for ban politically motivated Many federal agencies, such as the White House and the Defense, Homeland Security and State departments, already ban TikTok from government-owned devices. Meanwhile, Louisiana and West Virginia became the latest US states on Monday to ban the app on government-managed devices over security concerns and that China could use it to track Americans and censor content. Now, at least 19 of the 50 US states have at least partially blocked the popular video platform on government computers. × Some members of Congress last week proposed a nationwide ban, which would follow countries such as India that have already prohibited its use. On the other hand, TikTok says the concerns are a result of misinformation. The legislation would not impact the more than 100 million Americans who use TikTok on private or company-owned devices. In 2020, then-President Donald Trump had tried to block new users from downloading TikTok, effectively blocking the app's use in the United States, but he lost a series of court battles. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

US: TikTok ban added to crucial spending bill as more states block its use on govt devices

In a huge step towards barring the popular video sharing app TikTok in the country, the US Senate late on Wednesday passed by voice vote a bill to bar federal employees from using it on government-owned devices. The US House of Representatives needs to approve it as well before it can be sent to President Joe Biden for approval. This needs to happen before the current congressional session ends, which is expected next week.

Several officials have been raising concerns that Beijing could use the app to spy on Americans, risking national security.

Many states have already passed a similar order banning the use of the ByteDance-owned app on government devices and networks. North Dakota and Iowa joined the list this week, which already comprises Texas, Maryland, South Dakota, Alabama and Utah.

The Senate in August 2020, during the last Congress, had unanimously approved legislation to bar TikTok from government devices. Republican Senator Josh Hawley, who had sponsored the bill, reintroduced the legislation in 2021.

Also Read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-lawmakers-unveil-bipartisan-legislation-to-block-tiktok-alabama-utah-ban-app-on-state-devices-542835">US lawmakers unveil bipartisan legislation to block TikTok; Alabama, Utah ban app on state devices</a>

Many federal agencies, such as the Defense, Homeland Security and State departments have already ban TikTok from government-owned devices. "TikTok is a major security risk to the United States, and it has no place on government devices," Hawley said previously.

Meanwhile, reacting to the blocking, TikTok says the concerns are largely fueled by misinformation and the company is happy to meet with policymakers to discuss the company's practices.

"We're disappointed that so many states are jumping on the political bandwagon to enact policies based on unfounded falsehoods about TikTok that will do nothing to advance the national security of the United States," the company said Wednesday.

On Tuesday, Republican Senator Marco Rubio had announced bipartisan legislation to ban the Chinese video sharing app amid fears the app could be used to spy on Americans and censure content. Rubio also is a sponsor of Hawley's TikTok government device ban bill. The legislation will block all transactions from any social media company in or under the influence of China and Russia, Rubio's office said.

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FBI Director Chris Wray had said at a hearing last month that TikTok's US operations raise national security concerns, saying that there is a risk that the Chinese government could harness it to influence users or control their devices.

In 2020, the then-president Donald Trump had tried to block new users from downloading TikTok and ban other transactions, effectively blocking the apps' use in the United States. However, he lost a series of court battles over the measure.

The Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS), a powerful national security body, had ordered ByteDance in 2020 to divest TikTok to allay fears that user data could be passed to the Chinese government. However, the company has not done any such thing yet.&nbsp;

CFIUS and TikTok have been in talks for months to reach a national security agreement to protect the data of TikTok's more than 100 million users.

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In a huge step towards barring the popular video sharing app TikTok in the country, the US Senate late on Wednesday passed by voice vote a bill to bar federal employees from using it on government-owned devices.

In a huge step towards barring the popular video sharing app TikTok in the country, the US Senate late on Wednesday passed by voice vote a bill to bar federal employees from using it on government-owned devices. The US House of Representatives needs to approve it as well before it can be sent to President Joe Biden for approval. This needs to happen before the current congressional session ends, which is expected next week. Several officials have been raising concerns that Beijing could use the app to spy on Americans, risking national security. Many states have already passed a similar order banning the use of the ByteDance-owned app on government devices and networks. North Dakota and Iowa joined the list this week, which already comprises Texas, Maryland, South Dakota, Alabama and Utah. The Senate in August 2020, during the last Congress, had unanimously approved legislation to bar TikTok from government devices. Republican Senator Josh Hawley, who had sponsored the bill, reintroduced the legislation in 2021. Also Read | US lawmakers unveil bipartisan legislation to block TikTok; Alabama, Utah ban app on state devices Many federal agencies, such as the Defense, Homeland Security and State departments have already ban TikTok from government-owned devices. "TikTok is a major security risk to the United States, and it has no place on government devices," Hawley said previously. Meanwhile, reacting to the blocking, TikTok says the concerns are largely fueled by misinformation and the company is happy to meet with policymakers to discuss the company's practices. "We're disappointed that so many states are jumping on the political bandwagon to enact policies based on unfounded falsehoods about TikTok that will do nothing to advance the national security of the United States," the company said Wednesday. On Tuesday, Republican Senator Marco Rubio had announced bipartisan legislation to ban the Chinese video sharing app amid fears the app could be used to spy on Americans and censure content. Rubio also is a sponsor of Hawley's TikTok government device ban bill. The legislation will block all transactions from any social media company in or under the influence of China and Russia, Rubio's office said. × FBI Director Chris Wray had said at a hearing last month that TikTok's US operations raise national security concerns, saying that there is a risk that the Chinese government could harness it to influence users or control their devices. In 2020, the then-president Donald Trump had tried to block new users from downloading TikTok and ban other transactions, effectively blocking the apps' use in the United States. However, he lost a series of court battles over the measure. The Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS), a powerful national security body, had ordered ByteDance in 2020 to divest TikTok to allay fears that user data could be passed to the Chinese government. However, the company has not done any such thing yet. CFIUS and TikTok have been in talks for months to reach a national security agreement to protect the data of TikTok's more than 100 million users. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

US Senate passes bill to bar use of TikTok by federal employees on government devices

TikTok asked a Washington court Tuesday to stop an order from US President Donald Trump's administration from taking effect this week as the White House seeks to ban the Chinese-owned app in the United States.

Chinese company ByteDance is facing a Thursday deadline to restructure ownership of the app in the United States to meet US security concerns.

In its court petition, TikTok asked for more time, saying it has not received enough feedback on its proposed solution.

The company said in a statement that it had asked the government for a 30-day extension because it was "facing continual new requests and no clarity on whether our proposed solutions would be accepted" but it had not been granted.

It was turning to the court for that reason, it said.

US President Donald Trump signed a set of orders against the video platform this summer.

One required ByteDance to sell its US TikTok operations within 90 days, citing national security concerns.

The company also faced an order that would effectively ban the app from the country by the same date.

But on October 30, a Pennsylvania judge issued an injunction temporarily blocking the order aimed at banning it.

The order would have knocked the Chinese-owned video-sharing app offline by cutting it off from US businesses providing website hosting, data storage, and other fundamentals needed to operate.

Trump has accused the popular video-sharing app of handing over American user data to Beijing -- which the company flatly denies.

After negotiations with several US firms, ByteDance and TikTok proposed creating a new company with IT company Oracle as a technology partner and retail giant Walmart as a business partner.

The plan seemed to convince the administration, but the platform is still awaiting a green light.

TikTok said that with Thursday's "deadline imminent and without an extension in hand, we have no choice but to file a petition in court to defend our rights and those of our more than 1,500 employees in the US."

TikTok has 100 million users in the United States.

TikTok asked a Washington court Tuesday to stop an order from US President Donald Trump's administration from taking effect this week as the White House seeks to ban the Chinese-owned app in the United States.

TikTok asked a Washington court Tuesday to stop an order from US President Donald Trump's administration from taking effect this week as the White House seeks to ban the Chinese-owned app in the United States. Chinese company ByteDance is facing a Thursday deadline to restructure ownership of the app in the United States to meet US security concerns. In its court petition, TikTok asked for more time, saying it has not received enough feedback on its proposed solution. The company said in a statement that it had asked the government for a 30-day extension because it was "facing continual new requests and no clarity on whether our proposed solutions would be accepted" but it had not been granted. It was turning to the court for that reason, it said. US President Donald Trump signed a set of orders against the video platform this summer. One required ByteDance to sell its US TikTok operations within 90 days, citing national security concerns. The company also faced an order that would effectively ban the app from the country by the same date. But on October 30, a Pennsylvania judge issued an injunction temporarily blocking the order aimed at banning it. The order would have knocked the Chinese-owned video-sharing app offline by cutting it off from US businesses providing website hosting, data storage, and other fundamentals needed to operate. Trump has accused the popular video-sharing app of handing over American user data to Beijing -- which the company flatly denies. After negotiations with several US firms, ByteDance and TikTok proposed creating a new company with IT company Oracle as a technology partner and retail giant Walmart as a business partner. The plan seemed to convince the administration, but the platform is still awaiting a green light. TikTok said that with Thursday's "deadline imminent and without an extension in hand, we have no choice but to file a petition in court to defend our rights and those of our more than 1,500 employees in the US." TikTok has 100 million users in the United States.

TikTok files last-minute petition against Trump order

The short-video sharing app TikTok has joined the other social media platforms in fighting the spread of misinformation and fake news during the upcoming&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/us-election">US elections</a>, that are scheduled for November 3.

After fighting the US President&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/donald-trump">Donald Trump</a>&nbsp;over a nationwide ban on the popular app, <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/tiktok">TikTok</a>&nbsp;has launched a&nbsp;US election guide to ensure people get the facts and real news, and stop the spread of misinformation.

Through this guide, TikTok is hoping to establish the app as a platform where authentic information can be found. "Our goal is to keep TikTok a place where authentic content can thrive, and our elections guide reflects our ongoing efforts to protect the integrity of our platform and the US elections," the&nbsp;head of US public policy Michael Beckerman said.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hours-before-court-hearing-judge-rejects-bid-to-delay-tiktok-ban-330573">Also read:&nbsp;Hours before court hearing, Judge rejects bid to delay TikTok ban</a>

The guide will be available at the&nbsp;bottom of all election-related videos and all content posted by the verified accounts of political figures and parties. It will also be available on the&nbsp;Discover page in the TikTok app.

"On TikTok we're seeing how people, especially younger voters, are passionate about important issues and are ready to make their voices heard," BallotReady chief executive Alex Niemczewski said in the release.

"Younger voters often do not realize everything that will appear on their ballot, and we believe that TikTok can help them vote their entire ballot."

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Meanwhile,&nbsp;MediaWise at the Poynter Institute, has announced plans of releasing short videos on the app to make the first-time voters about how to vote and how to spot fake news related to the US elections.

"We are excited to partner with TikTok to help teach their community how to sort fact from fiction online," program manager Katy Byron said.

The short-video sharing app TikTok has joined the other social media platforms in fighting the spread of misinformation and fake news during the upcoming US elections, that are scheduled for November 3.

The short-video sharing app TikTok has joined the other social media platforms in fighting the spread of misinformation and fake news during the upcoming US elections, that are scheduled for November 3. After fighting the US President Donald Trump over a nationwide ban on the popular app, TikTok has launched a US election guide to ensure people get the facts and real news, and stop the spread of misinformation. Through this guide, TikTok is hoping to establish the app as a platform where authentic information can be found. "Our goal is to keep TikTok a place where authentic content can thrive, and our elections guide reflects our ongoing efforts to protect the integrity of our platform and the US elections," the head of US public policy Michael Beckerman said. Also read: Hours before court hearing, Judge rejects bid to delay TikTok ban The guide will be available at the bottom of all election-related videos and all content posted by the verified accounts of political figures and parties. It will also be available on the Discover page in the TikTok app. "On TikTok we're seeing how people, especially younger voters, are passionate about important issues and are ready to make their voices heard," BallotReady chief executive Alex Niemczewski said in the release. "Younger voters often do not realize everything that will appear on their ballot, and we believe that TikTok can help them vote their entire ballot." × Meanwhile, MediaWise at the Poynter Institute, has announced plans of releasing short videos on the app to make the first-time voters about how to vote and how to spot fake news related to the US elections. "We are excited to partner with TikTok to help teach their community how to sort fact from fiction online," program manager Katy Byron said.

TikTok launches guide on fighting misinformation during US elections

Hours before a US court is set to rule out on the US ban of the video-sharing app TikTok,&nbsp;a judge in Pennsylvania has rejected a request by three TikTok content creators who asked her to temporarily block a government ban on Apple Inc and Alphabet Inc Google.

The creators had requested the judge to re-consider their request as they fear the ban would make them "lose access to tens of thousands of potential viewers and creators every month, an effect amplified by the looming threat to close TikTok altogether."

US&nbsp;District Judge Wendy Beetlestone, however, rejected the request adding that&nbsp;she understands the ban will be&nbsp;"undoubtedly an inconvenience".

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-to-not-back-down-from-tiktok-ban-court-hearing-on-sunday-330332">Also read:&nbsp;US to not back down from TikTok ban; court hearing on Sunday</a>

The reason she rejected the request of the TikTokcreators is that despite the ban on new downloads, the creators "will still be able to create, publish, and share content for their millions of current followers."

Rejection of this request has come hours before a separate court hearing is scheduled in the court of US&nbsp;District Judge Carl Nichols in Washington, where the Chinese company ByteDance is fighting the US President Donald Trump against his decision to ban any fresh downloads of the popular app TikTok in the US from Sunday noon.

TikTok argued, "Until the administration's intervention, TikTok was one of the fastest growing apps in the United States, and its continued rapid growth is necessary to maintain its competitive market position."

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/tiktoks-owner-bytedance-applies-for-chinese-license-to-close-us-deal-329964">Also read:&nbsp;TikTok's owner ByteDance applies for Chinese license to close US deal</a>

Talking about the ban, TikTok claimed it will be a&nbsp;devastating blow, the lawyers argued that this ban will cause&nbsp;"extraordinary harm to (TikTok's) reputation and goodwill, making it unlikely that these relationships could be salvaged even if the ban is later lifted."

A ban "will cause our user base to stagnate and then precipitously decline," interim TikTok head Vanessa Pappas said.

TikTok will be presenting the details of its new deal adding Oracle Corp as the data partner and the retail giant Walmart holding minority shares.&nbsp;

The government lawyers have requested the court to let them submit an "under seal", which means the documents submitted will not be available for public record. While TikTok has agreed to it for the time being, the company has the right to demand that some documents be made available for the public eye.

Hours before a US court is set to rule out on the US ban of the video-sharing app TikTok, a judge in Pennsylvania has rejected a request by three TikTok content creators who asked her to temporarily block a government ban on Apple Inc and Alphabet Inc Google.

Hours before a US court is set to rule out on the US ban of the video-sharing app TikTok, a judge in Pennsylvania has rejected a request by three TikTok content creators who asked her to temporarily block a government ban on Apple Inc and Alphabet Inc Google. The creators had requested the judge to re-consider their request as they fear the ban would make them "lose access to tens of thousands of potential viewers and creators every month, an effect amplified by the looming threat to close TikTok altogether." US District Judge Wendy Beetlestone, however, rejected the request adding that she understands the ban will be "undoubtedly an inconvenience". Also read: US to not back down from TikTok ban; court hearing on Sunday The reason she rejected the request of the TikTokcreators is that despite the ban on new downloads, the creators "will still be able to create, publish, and share content for their millions of current followers." Rejection of this request has come hours before a separate court hearing is scheduled in the court of US District Judge Carl Nichols in Washington, where the Chinese company ByteDance is fighting the US President Donald Trump against his decision to ban any fresh downloads of the popular app TikTok in the US from Sunday noon. TikTok argued, "Until the administration's intervention, TikTok was one of the fastest growing apps in the United States, and its continued rapid growth is necessary to maintain its competitive market position." Also read: TikTok's owner ByteDance applies for Chinese license to close US deal Talking about the ban, TikTok claimed it will be a devastating blow, the lawyers argued that this ban will cause "extraordinary harm to (TikTok's) reputation and goodwill, making it unlikely that these relationships could be salvaged even if the ban is later lifted." A ban "will cause our user base to stagnate and then precipitously decline," interim TikTok head Vanessa Pappas said. TikTok will be presenting the details of its new deal adding Oracle Corp as the data partner and the retail giant Walmart holding minority shares. The government lawyers have requested the court to let them submit an "under seal", which means the documents submitted will not be available for public record. While TikTok has agreed to it for the time being, the company has the right to demand that some documents be made available for the public eye.

Hours before court hearing, Judge rejects bid to delay TikTok ban

TikTok's takeover deal in the US now hit yet another road block. TikTok's parent company ByteDance and prospective buyer Oracle has now issued conflicting statements regarding the deal.

TikTok's takeover deal in the US now hit yet another road block

US President Donald Trump delays the ban on downloading TikTok after he gave green signal to a deal proposed between TikTok & US company Oracle.

Trump green lights Oracle’s TikTok agreement and delays ban on the app

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