Congress Dismisses TikTok CEO's Security and Privacy Assurances as "Worthless"
The CEO of TikTok, Shou Zi Chew, faced tough questioning from members of Congress during a recent hearing regarding the security and privacy practices of the popular social media app. Lawmakers accused Chew of providing "worthless" assurances and failing to take adequate steps to protect user data.
TikTok has faced increasing scrutiny over the past year due to concerns that the app, which is owned by Chinese company ByteDance, could be providing the Chinese government with access to sensitive user data. Despite TikTok's efforts to address these concerns, lawmakers remain skeptical about the company's data practices.
During the hearing, Chew emphasized TikTok's commitment to transparency and data privacy, but lawmakers were not convinced. Representatives from both parties accused the company of failing to provide adequate answers to questions about its data practices, and some suggested that TikTok should be banned from operating in the US.
The hearing is part of a broader effort by lawmakers to strengthen data privacy and security regulations in the US. In recent years, several high-profile data breaches and privacy scandals have highlighted the need for stronger protections for consumers' personal information.
TikTok has pledged to continue working with lawmakers and regulators to address concerns about its data practices, but it remains to be seen whether the company's efforts will be enough to satisfy lawmakers' demands for increased transparency and accountability.
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