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Canada Bans TikTok Over National Security Concerns

The Canadian government has ordered TikTok Technology Canada to dissolve, citing national security concerns. The move comes after the U.S. government banned TikTok from operating in the country over similar concerns. TikTok Technology Canada is the business arm of the Chinese company ByteDance, which also owns the popular social media app TikTok.

The Canadian government’s decision to ban TikTok is based on concerns that the app could be used by the Chinese government to collect data on Canadian users. TikTok has denied these claims, but the Canadian government has said that it is not satisfied with the company’s assurances.

The ban on TikTok is a significant blow to the company, which has become one of the most popular social media apps in the world. TikTok has over 1 billion active users, and it is especially popular among young people. The ban could also have a negative impact on the Canadian economy, as TikTok is a major employer in the country.

The Canadian government’s decision to ban TikTok is a controversial one. Some people believe that the ban is necessary to protect national security, while others believe that it is an overreaction. The ban is likely to be challenged in court, and it is unclear how long it will be in place.

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