His reason: The app collects data from users that poses risk to America’s national security.
“That’s the sheep’s clothing.”
Google declined to comment.
Apple didn’t respond to a request for comment.
The recent concerns mark the latest round of turbulence for TikTok, which is owned by Beijing-based ByteDance.
That data, they worry, could be weaponized against Americans.
TikTok has repeatedly said it would never do this.
What has the US government done to address concerns?
The app isbanned on many US government-issued devices and among the military.
The Biden administration has been looking into security concerns related to TikTok.
According to TikTok’s letter, the company is already taking steps to mitigate US government concerns.
Is the threat real?
What data does TikTok collect?
It also collects gadget identifiers to track your interactions with advertisers.
If you provide access, it can also collect your phone and social online grid contacts.
In itsprivacy policy, TikTok says it doesn’t sell user data.
The company also states that third parties with whom it shares data could also be outside the US.
Has TikTok tried to reassure Americans?
Previously, TikTokstored US user data in the USbut kept a backup in Singapore.
The company added that it plans to eventually delete US users' private data from its own data centers.
“We aim to remove any doubt about the security of US user data.”
His statement apparently reflects a focused message from the company.
It is the exact language that the company CEO later used in aJune 30 letter to nine US senators.
Will ByteDance employees still have access to US users' data?
What authority does the FCC have over apps and app stores?
This includes radio, television, satellite and cellular service.
FCC Commissioner Carr acknowledged this fact during an interview Thursday withYahoo!Finance.
“So it’s possible they could tell me to pound sand.”
