Canadian government orders the closure of TikTok offices in the countryAlleged national security risks related to the way the company allegedly processes collected data. Despite the detection published on Wednesday (6), the video application continues to operate here, which has 15 million users.
The platform has been the target of scrutiny due to its parent company, China-based ByteDance. Last year, Canadian authorities had already banned the use of the social network on all devices belonging to government institutions.It is a restriction in effect.
According to Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology François-Philippe Champagne, the decision was based on information and evidence collected throughout the review process. The agency also followed recommendations from the nation’s security and intelligence community and other government partners.
“Government isn’t blocking Canadians’ access to the TikTok app or their ability to create content. The decision to use a social media app or platform is a personal choice. “It is important that Canadians adopt good cybersecurity practices and evaluate the potential risks of using social media platforms and applications.”
Hundreds of jobs affected
The closure of TikTok’s offices in Canada will impact “hundreds of high-paying local jobs,” according to a ByteDance spokesperson. He also said the company had filed a legal challenge against the measure and reassured users and creators.
“We will challenge this order in court. “The TikTok platform will continue to be available for creators to find an audience, explore new interests, and businesses to grow,” he added. TechCrunch.
With the restrictions imposed on the company, users of the application in the country are still unable to access resources such as the social network’s e-commerce service TikTok Shop and the Creator Rewards Program that rewards creators. These functions were expected to launch for Canadians in 2023, but this has not yet happened.
Source: Tec Mundo
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