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At a hearing on Friday, the US Supreme Court will review the ban imposed by TikTok, a decision that has drawn widespread attention because of its impact on the fate of one of the world's largest social media platforms.
According to media report, TikTok is a China-based social video app that has quickly gained popularity globally since its launch in 2017. However, the US government banned its operations in the US last August due to concerns that the app could be used to promote terrorism, incite violence and spread harmful information.
However, the Trump administration has not abandoned its efforts to impose an injunction, ultimately prompting the U.S. Supreme Court to step in. At Wednesday's hearing, three Supreme Court justices will debate whether TikTok should be subject to such an injunction and why they made such a decision.
This is not only a question of whether the TikTok can continue to operate in the United States, but also a debate on whether the activities of Chinese companies outside China should be regulated. In addition, the incident has also raised concerns about free speech and privacy protections.
While many experts consider TikTok a safe and reliable platform, the U.S. government still maintains that it poses risks. Some fear that if TikTok banned entirely, it could make the app inaccessible to people in other countries.
However, TikTok denied any violation of national laws or policies and said they have been working to improve security and transparency. They also said they have taken steps to ensure their user data is properly safeguarded and protected.
Overall, this lawsuit is an important test for TikTok, and it also reflects some of the current delicate issues in Sino-US relations. In any case, we look forward to seeing the Supreme Court's ruling on this matter.