• Send Us A Tip
  • Calling all Tech Writers
  • Advertise
Thursday, June 19, 2025
  • Login
  • Register
TechStory
  • News
  • Crypto
  • Gadgets
  • Memes
  • Gaming
  • Cars
  • AI
  • Startups
  • Markets
  • How to
No Result
View All Result
  • News
  • Crypto
  • Gadgets
  • Memes
  • Gaming
  • Cars
  • AI
  • Startups
  • Markets
  • How to
No Result
View All Result
TechStory
No Result
View All Result
Home Tech

TikTok raises national security risks, according to the director of the US FBI

by Sneha Singh
November 16, 2022
in Tech
Reading Time: 2 mins read
0
TikTok
TwitterWhatsappLinkedin

The Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation, Christopher Wray, expressed his “extreme concern” about the operations of TikTok in the United States to senators on Tuesday.

You might also like

Sam Altman Claims Meta Offered OpenAI Staff Up To $100 Million Bonuses Amid AI Talent War

Pope Leo Elevates AI’s Threat to Humanity as Signature Issue

Big Tech Seeks Decade-Long Federal Moratorium on State AI Regulation

In a hearing regarding global threats, FBI Director Christopher Wray stated, ” Wray told members of the House Homeland Security Committee in a hearing about worldwide threats.” Among them is the potential for the Chinese government to utilize it. For example, it can be used to regulate data gathering on millions of people. Or manage the recommendation algorithm they may employ to carry out influence operations. Alternatively, it may use millions of devices to operate software, giving it a chance to breach personal devices technically.

Wray’s comments add to those made by other government officials and members of Congress. The members have expressed severe skepticism over the capability of the Chinese-owned video platform to safeguard user information from an opposing government. TikTok has insisted that it does not keep data on American users in China. America, where the law permits the government to compel businesses to turn over internal data.

TikTok

According to Wray, there is “enough cause by itself to be extremely concerned” with the law alone.

“As Director Wray specified in his remarks, the FBI’s input is being considered as part of our ongoing negotiations with the U.S. Government,” a spokeswoman for TikTok declared in a statement. “While we can’t comment on the specifics of those confidential discussions, we are confident that we are on a path to fully satisfy all reasonable U.S. national security concerns.”

Forbes raised concern about the security of user data at TikTok

However, news from Forbes has raised concerns about the security of user data at TikTok from Americans. According to the information it analyzed, the outlet claimed that TikTok’s parent company Byte Dance intended to utilize the app. It was done to track detailed location information of a select American people.

In response, TikTok attacked Forbes for releasing the allegations and denied ever tracking specific American residents with their precise locations.

According to Wray, any specifics regarding TikTok’s actions must be covered in a classified briefing. But he reassured them, saying, “it is certainly something that’s on our radar, and we share your concerns.”

According to The New York Times, the Biden administration and the firm are close to an agreement. The agreement would allow the company to continue operating in the United States under stricter security controls.

Accordingly, the Department of Justice and the FBI’s foreign investment branch are collaborating to find a workable solution as part of the foreign investment review procedure. He stated that “would be considered in any agreements to address the issue.”

Tags: #US SenatorTikTokUS
Tweet54SendShare15
Previous Post

Indian employees to be most affected by Amazon’s layoffs

Next Post

How to renew passport

Sneha Singh

Sneha is a skilled writer with a passion for uncovering the latest stories and breaking news. She has written for a variety of publications, covering topics ranging from politics and business to entertainment and sports.

Recommended For You

Sam Altman Claims Meta Offered OpenAI Staff Up To $100 Million Bonuses Amid AI Talent War

by Sneha Singh
June 19, 2025
0
Sam Altman Claims Meta Offered OpenAI Staff Up To $100 Million Bonuses Amid AI Talent War

The battle for artificial intelligence supremacy has reached new heights, with Meta reportedly offering jaw-dropping signing bonuses of up to $100 million to lure top talent away from...

Read more

Pope Leo Elevates AI’s Threat to Humanity as Signature Issue

by Sneha Singh
June 19, 2025
0
Pope Leo Elevates AI's Threat to Humanity as Signature Issue

The Vatican has a new voice in the global conversation around artificial intelligence, and he is establishing his position right from the first day.  Pope Leo XIV has...

Read more

Big Tech Seeks Decade-Long Federal Moratorium on State AI Regulation

by Sneha Singh
June 19, 2025
0
Big Tech Seeks Decade-Long Federal Moratorium on State AI Regulation

Major technology companies are making a bold move that could reshape how artificial intelligence is regulated across America. Amazon, Google, Meta, and Microsoft are lobbying Congress to block...

Read more
Next Post
Passport

How to renew passport

Please login to join discussion

Techstory

Tech and Business News from around the world. Follow along for latest in the world of Tech, AI, Crypto, EVs, Business Personalities and more.
reach us at [email protected]

Advertise With Us

Reach out at - [email protected]

BROWSE BY TAG

#Crypto #howto 2024 acquisition AI amazon Apple bitcoin Business China cryptocurrency e-commerce electric vehicles Elon Musk Ethereum facebook flipkart funding Gaming Google India Instagram Investment ios iPhone IPO Market Markets Meta Microsoft News NFT samsung Social Media SpaceX startup startups tech technology Tesla TikTok trend trending twitter US

© 2024 Techstory.in

No Result
View All Result
  • News
  • Crypto
  • Gadgets
  • Memes
  • Gaming
  • Cars
  • AI
  • Startups
  • Markets
  • How to

© 2024 Techstory.in

Welcome Back!

Login to your account below

Forgotten Password? Sign Up

Create New Account!

Fill the forms bellow to register

All fields are required. Log In

Retrieve your password

Please enter your username or email address to reset your password.

Log In
Are you sure want to unlock this post?
Unlock left : 0
Are you sure want to cancel subscription?