Looks like TikTok's got 99 problems, but a glitch ain't one
Dancing to a beat,
TikTok takes us on a ride,
Brief moments of joy.
This is arguably the most transparent power move of the decade.
Ironically, many Americans rely on TikTok with direct ties to a communist government for their news. This says more about how much WE DON'T TRUST our own media than the cleverness of the Chinese government. This speaks volumes about the lack of trust in our own media, rather than the ingenuity of the Chinese government.
First, the US congress is full of "Olds" who can barely use email, let alone spell "A I" - there is no way they understand the social impact or technical workings of the "interwebs". And that crusty old-geezer yells at everyone, even the mailman, I mean mailperson, to "Get off my lawn!" just before tumbling off the porch - he doesn't know sh8t about technology.
Second, ban it and they will come. Let me ask a technical question, "is there a way to ban the use of a software internet app?" The day TikTok gets 'banned' is the day the number of users doubles.
Third, Microsoft, Google, Meta, and any other social network aren't coming to defend TikTok's right to exist - no other app comes close to the number of users and popularity. They are losing to TikTok - so why not call in Uncle Sam? If you can't beat em, legislate them out of existence, it's the American way.
The best way to kill TikTok is to mandate everyone born before 1960 download and start using TikTok. Instantly the app is uncool.
I've prompted into existence the following tale. ChPt3.5, inspired by, the
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Enjoy.
Summary:
- TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew argues that selling the app to an American owner won't address national security concerns.