TikTok Under Fire: How the Platform Sparked Political Crises

TikTok has become more than just a social media app—it’s now at the center of political battles: most recently in the U.S., but Romania and Albania also have significant problems with the app's operations.

In the U.S., President Donald Trump, even before his inauguration personally lifted a federal ban on the platform, just as it was set to go offline for 170 million users on Sunday. Meanwhile, Romania annulled its presidential election over alleged foreign influence on TikTok, and Albania's Prime Minister has decided to ban the app following the tragic death of a student - allegedly connecting to the app. With concerns ranging from national security threats to election manipulation and social media-fueled violence, governments are taking action. To learn about the main concerns and the proposed actions in detail, continue reading the full article on our platform.