Will TikTok Be Banned?

Or will digital privacy laws be the fix? [CNET]( Insider [April 04, 2023](#?ftag=CAD-04-10aac3a&utm_email=02015bee48352e908c609176b0b8e62f74e1d7c914618055c65562e7c03efb52&utm_campaign_id=6544147&utm_email_id=c15de72058e3c40d06254562950530a390cd461bcd6f25e9af44904f2e58d475&utm_newsletter_id=71558&medium=email&source=iterable) [US Leaders Push for TikTok Ban]( I use the TikTok app, well, just about every day for a lot of different reasons. Instead of watching silly videos or dance routines, I use TikTok for more practical reasons. I use it to find new recipes to try, workout routine ideas, book recommendations, or even ideas for articles I write for CNET (like [this story on fridge organization]( this deep dive into the[practice of mindful eating](. That said, I really like the app for many reasons, but even I -- a Gen Zer -- can admit that there are some dicey privacy issues. In light of these concerns over data collection, some[American lawmakers are pushing for a complete ban]( the app in the US, stating it’s a national security threat. If banned, 150 million users would lose access. Rather than a complete ban, some argue that federal legislation should be passed to secure digital privacy and social media user data. Either way, we’re on the brink of a big culture shift. To stay informed on[this TikTok story]( and other big CNET news and reviews, keep reading below. Macy Meyer, editor INSIDER ESSENTIALS display:%20block;%20max-width:%20116px;%20%20max-height:%2015px; display:%20block;%20max-width:%2069px;%20%20max-height:%2015px; [Politicians Push for TikTok Ban, Citing National Security Threat]( [Politicians Push for TikTok Ban, Citing National Security Threat]( [Tech experts argue for privacy protections instead.]( [See this]( [How Motorola Is Thinking Beyond the Smartphone]( [How Motorola Is Thinking Beyond the Smartphone]( [See this]( [3 Reasons You Should Give Up on Perfection]( [3 Reasons You Should Give Up on Perfection]( [See this]( [How Long Does It Take for Solar Panels to Pay for Themselves?]( [How Long Does It Take for Solar Panels to Pay for Themselves?]( [See this]( [Why This Warehouse Robot Finally Got a Head]( [Why This Warehouse Robot Finally Got a Head]( [See this]( [Apple's Classical Music App Is Cool, but I Have Some Notes]( [Apple's Classical Music App Is Cool, but I Have Some Notes]( [See this]( [8 Ways Your Body Is Telling You That You Have a Vitamin Deficiency]( [8 Ways Your Body Is Telling You That You Have a Vitamin Deficiency]( [See this]( [Newly Discovered Photosynthesis 'Leak' Could Be Energy Solution]( [Newly Discovered Photosynthesis 'Leak' Could Be Energy Solution]( [See this]( CNET RECOMMENDS [Apple Watch SE Is Back Down to Just $219 at Amazon]( Deal of the day: Apple's affordable smartwatch is even cheaper right now. [Save Up to 33% on Kindle E-Readers at Amazon]( These budget-friendly ebook readers start at just $80 right now. [Best Home Internet Deals for April]( Here are the best ones to keep an eye out for this month. display:%20block;%20max-width:%20116px;%20%20max-height:%2015px; display:%20block;%20max-width:%2019px;%20%20max-height:%2015px; Trouble viewing this email? [View online](. This newsletter is a service of [CNET.com](. To update your account, please visit our [Newsletter subscription center.]( [Unsubscribe]( | [Terms of Use]( | [Privacy]( © 2023 CNET, A Red Ventures company. All rights reserved. CNET [235 Second Street San Francisco, CA 94105 U.S.A.](#)