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TikTok CEO Vows to Fight U.S. Ban, Assures Users 'We Aren't Going Anywhere'
TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew has declared that the popular short video app "isn't going anywhere" despite President Joe Biden signing legislation that could potentially ban the app in the United States. The new law, signed on Wednesday, gives China-based ByteDance, TikTok's parent company, 270 days to divest the app's U.S. assets or face a nationwide ban. 
TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew has declared that the popular short video app "isn't going anywhere" despite President Joe Biden signing legislation that could potentially ban the app in the United States. The new law, signed on Wednesday, gives China-based ByteDance, TikTok's parent company, 270 days to divest the app's U.S. assets or face a nationwide ban. -
TikTok's Creator Economy Faces Existential Threat as U.S. Lawmakers Push for Ban
The future of TikTok in the United States hangs in the balance after Congress approved a bill that gives the app's Chinese-owned parent company, ByteDance, two options: sell TikTok to an approved U.S. buyer or face a nationwide ban. 
The future of TikTok in the United States hangs in the balance after Congress approved a bill that gives the app's Chinese-owned parent company, ByteDance, two options: sell TikTok to an approved U.S. buyer or face a nationwide ban. -
TikTok Faces Potential US Ban as Bill Heads to Biden's Desk for Approval
The United States is on the verge of banning the hugely popular Chinese app TikTok, as a measure to outlaw the video-sharing platform has won congressional approval and is now awaiting President Joe Biden's signature. 
The United States is on the verge of banning the hugely popular Chinese app TikTok, as a measure to outlaw the video-sharing platform has won congressional approval and is now awaiting President Joe Biden's signature. -
Former Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin Eyes TikTok Acquisition Amid Legislative Pressures
Steven Mnuchin, the former U.S. Treasury Secretary, has announced his intent to spearhead an investor group aimed at acquiring the social media platform TikTok. This development emerges in the wake of the U.S. House of Representatives passing legislation that could potentially lead to a ban or forced sale of the Chinese-owned app in the United States. 
Steven Mnuchin, the former U.S. Treasury Secretary, has announced his intent to spearhead an investor group aimed at acquiring the social media platform TikTok. This development emerges in the wake of the U.S. House of Representatives passing legislation that could potentially lead to a ban or forced sale of the Chinese-owned app in the United States. -
TikTok Executives Blindsided by Renewed U.S. Ban Efforts Despite Biden's Engagement
TikTok executives were left reeling from the revelation that plans to ban or force the sale of the Chinese-owned app in the U.S. were far more advanced than they had anticipated. TikTok executives were left reeling from the revelation that plans to ban or force the sale of the Chinese-owned app in the U.S. were far more advanced than they had anticipated. -
House Passes Bill Paving Way for TikTok Ban, Fight Shifts to Senate Amid Uncertain Future
In a resounding 352-65 vote, the House of Representatives approved a bill on Wednesday that could effectively ban the popular social video app TikTok in the United States unless its Chinese parent company, ByteDance, divests the platform. 
In a resounding 352-65 vote, the House of Representatives approved a bill on Wednesday that could effectively ban the popular social video app TikTok in the United States unless its Chinese parent company, ByteDance, divests the platform. -
China Warns US TikTok Ban Would Be 'Act of Bullying' and Backfire on America
China has described a potential TikTok ban in the United States as "an act of bullying" that would ultimately backfire on America, just hours before the House of Representatives is set to vote on legislation that would force the popular short video app's Chinese owner ByteDance to sell the company or face being barred in the US. China has described a potential TikTok ban in the United States as "an act of bullying" that would ultimately backfire on America, just hours before the House of Representatives is set to vote on legislation that would force the popular short video app's Chinese owner ByteDance to sell the company or face being barred in the US. -
U.S. Intelligence Warns of Potential Chinese Influence Through TikTok in 2024 Elections
During a recent House of Representatives intelligence committee hearing, U.S. Director of National Intelligence Avril Haines addressed the growing concerns surrounding TikTok, the popular social media app owned by Chinese company ByteDance. During a recent House of Representatives intelligence committee hearing, U.S. Director of National Intelligence Avril Haines addressed the growing concerns surrounding TikTok, the popular social media app owned by Chinese company ByteDance. -
TikTok Fires Back at House China Committee, Defends User Engagement in Anti-Ban Campaign
TikTok has issued a forceful response to a letter from the House China Select Committee, defending its right to engage users in advocating against a fast-moving House bill that could lead to a ban of the Chinese-owned app in the United States. 
TikTok has issued a forceful response to a letter from the House China Select Committee, defending its right to engage users in advocating against a fast-moving House bill that could lead to a ban of the Chinese-owned app in the United States. -
Tech Titans Eye TikTok Acquisition Amid Congressional Pressure and National Security Concerns
TikTok finds itself at a crossroads as congressional pressure mounts for the app's parent company, ByteDance, to divest its ownership. This move, driven by concerns over potential ties to the Chinese government and risks of espionage, has sparked intense speculation on Wall Street regarding potential buyers. 
TikTok finds itself at a crossroads as congressional pressure mounts for the app's parent company, ByteDance, to divest its ownership. This move, driven by concerns over potential ties to the Chinese government and risks of espionage, has sparked intense speculation on Wall Street regarding potential buyers.
