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TikTok Ban On Wednesday, the House passed a bill requiring ByteDance to sell TikTok or face a U.S. ban, winning overwhelming support with a 352-65 vote. The Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act, introduced by Reps. Mike Gallagher and Raja Krishnamoorthi, target TikTok as a national security threat. The bill now moves to the Senate, where it’s uncertain if it will pass. What do you think will happen? #businessnews #news #stockmarket #stockstowatch #financialnews

🚨 Breaking News! West Bengal Police have taken a bold step by naming Instagram as a co-accused in a case under the POCSO Act! This unprecedented move highlights serious concerns about the safety of minors on the platform. 😲 Find out what led to this dramatic decision and what it means for social media accountability. Could your favorite apps be more dangerous than you think? 💻🔍 Dive deeper into this gripping story by clicking the link 👉 [Read More](https://lnkd.in/d6H46u7R)! #TechNews #OnlineSafety #StayInformed

This is a step in the right direction. Continuous monitoring, management, and reporting are essential for safeguarding children online. We can't jeopardise their safety due to lack of planning in digital governance or laziness. #SocialMedia #Digital #TikTok

We’ve never explored tiktok as a digital product because it is extremely problematic in governance and child protection. However I am aware of the power of the app’s algorithms (machine learning). This move by the US government is interesting however their reasons are off. “Officials through ByteDance are using TikTok to spy on its U.S. users' locations and dictate its algorithm to conduct influence campaigns, making it a national security threat.” Unfortunately there are US owned companies already doing this but, nice try. The focus needs to be on the complete lack of protection for children on the app and funded programs to educate parents on how to protect their children. Either way, an interesting move. Watch this space! #tiktok #internetgovernance #uscongress https://lnkd.in/gz2wZcwv

Besides regular calls and messages, WhatsApp is a preferred social media platform for seniors and malicious actors online know this. Today we look at how seniors can safeguard themselves from online scams. #2024SeniorsDigitalSecurity #OnlineScams

Besides regular calls and messages, WhatsApp is a preferred social media platform for seniors and malicious actors online know this. Today Cynthia Cyber Thoughts looks at how seniors can safeguard themselves from online scams. Cynthia Cyber Thoughts | #2024SeniorsDigitalSecurity #OnlineScams

🚨 Breaking News Alert! 🚨 The House has spoken on the TikTok ban bill, with surprising results! Check out our latest blog post to uncover the details of the heated debate and what the future holds for TikTok in the US. Stay informed and join the conversation! 🗳️📱 Read about it >>> https://lnkd.in/e6ZPRBW6 #TikTokBan #HouseVote #StayInformed #tiktok #contentcreators #usgovernment

Called for a hearing. A lot of harm to children in 2023, they say, was brought by these non-Muslim social networks. --------- At the Senate hearing, issues of child safety on the internet and the impact of social media on their mental state were examined. During the discussion, proposals were made to amend legislation to protect children. Key points: ✅ Senators are concerned about the impact of social media on children and call for legislative measures to protect their interests. ✅ All witnesses expressed their willingness to work with legislators to improve the safety of children in the online environment. ✅ Issues of child data safety were discussed, along with various proposals for amendments to existing legislation. ✅ Concerns were raised about the problem of child trafficking and insufficient timely response to requests for removing unwanted content. ✅ The importance of improving the platform to prevent potential crimes and increase user safety, especially for children, was emphasized. https://lnkd.in/dCtyCKs3

TL;DR: The Uncertain Future of TikTok in the US TikTok's future in the United States hangs in the balance as regulatory pressures mount. Amid concerns over national security, Congress passed a bill banning the app if owned by a Chinese company, signed into law by President Biden. This move places TikTok's 170 million American users at risk of losing access to the platform. However, the outcome remains uncertain, with potential scenarios ranging from a forced sale to outright disappearance from app stores. One likely scenario sees TikTok losing in court, leading to a ban unless ByteDance sells its American business. However, China's resistance to selling raises doubts about this outcome. Another possibility involves TikTok remaining on phones but shifting focus towards shopping if sold to entities like Walmart. A wildcard scenario suggests a potential reversal of the ban under a different administration, with conditions attached. Lastly, there's a slim chance that TikTok prevails in court, maintaining its presence in the US. Key Takeaway: Youth brands need to brace for potential disruptions in TikTok's availability in the US and adapt their marketing strategies accordingly. #TikTok #Marketing #YouthCulture 📱💼✨😱📉🔒💥🌐

TikTok(2017-2024) soon to be deceased. 💀 As of March 7, 2024, the potential that the app TikTok could be disappearing from the United States is more prominent. The Washing Post released an article today that analyzed the whole ordeal. Reporters Cristiano Lima-Strong and Drew Harwell write about the House-led attack on the international app, and it's potential security hazard that it places on the country. In their article, a startling revelation has been brought to light. TikTok is asking its American users for personal zip codes & their congressional/ district representatives. TikTok's reasoning: for users to argue against the bill. Now, with this bill being passed by the House, many users are pouring in calls to numerous House members. Many are concerned about the situation, especially with the lead up to the 2024 Presidential Election. How will this impact candidates' potential plans once in office? Is this propaganda as serious as being displayed? For those who look at the past, is this the lurkings of a potential second Cold War? Feel free to drop your thoughts on this ongoing situation. https://lnkd.in/evyw68P5