TikTok stopped working for its 170 American users on Sunday after a law took effect banning the app's continued operation over concerns that Americans' data could be misused by Chinese officials.
Trump security adviser doesn't rule out continued Chinese ownership of TikTok
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In a controversial move, Trump's security adviser has not eliminated the option of allowing TikTok, a Chinese app accused of spying on Americans, to operate in the U.S. The app, which went dark for 170 million Americans following new legislation, has been at the center of a national security debate concerning the protection of American citizens' data from foreign adversaries.
Despite growing concerns over the safeguarding of American's data, the security adviser to former President Trump has yet to dismiss the possibility of TikTok, a Chinese-owned app, continuing its operations in the U.S. This comes after the app was temporarily disabled for its 170 million users, sparking outrage and debate over digital privacy and international relations.