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U.S. Congress Considers Major Crackdown on TikTok
House Approves Landmark Legislation Targeting Social Media App
Bill Calls for Fines and Potential Ban over Security Concerns
In a significant development, the U.S. House of Representatives has voted to advance legislation that could result in a ban on TikTok, the popular social media app owned by Chinese company ByteDance. The bill, if passed by the Senate and signed into law, would impose substantial fines on app stores that violate the legislation's provisions.
The proposed fines are staggering, with penalties potentially reaching $5,000 per user for apps that are deemed to pose a security threat. This could lead to exorbitant fines for app stores that host banned apps, as TikTok has over 100 million users in the United States alone.
The legislation has been met with mixed reactions. Proponents argue that it is necessary to protect national security, citing concerns about TikTok's data-collection practices and potential ties to the Chinese government. Opponents, however, express concerns about the impact on free speech and potential job losses in the U.S. tech industry.
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