TikTok US Ban: Complete Timeline from 2020 to Present Day
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TikTok's potential US ban has evolved through several key phases since 2020, driven by national security concerns over its Chinese ownership by ByteDance.
2020: Initial Ban Attempts
- Trump administration issued executive order to ban TikTok
- ByteDance explored partnerships with Microsoft and Oracle
- Oracle and Walmart proposed joint ownership deal, but stalled
2021-2022: Policy Shift
- Biden administration paused ban efforts
- Comprehensive review of foreign-owned apps initiated
- TikTok continued US operations while under scrutiny
2023: Heightened Scrutiny
- Bipartisan lawmakers renewed security concerns
- Congressional hearings with ByteDance executives
- CFIUS re-examined potential platform restrictions
- TikTok promised US data storage through Oracle partnership
2024: Current Status
- Multiple states banned TikTok on government devices
- Senators introduced bill to restrict foreign-linked apps
- Platform remains active but faces uncertain future
- Ongoing debate between national security and digital rights
Key Issues:
- Data collection and sharing practices
- Chinese government influence concerns
- User privacy protection
- National security implications
TikTok continues operating in the US while implementing security measures and facing regulatory challenges. The platform's future depends on pending legislative decisions and its ability to address national security concerns.
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