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Report: Calls for UK Defense Ministry to Ban TikTok Over Concerns of Chinese Espionage


Concerns Over TikTok Usage by British Defence Ministry

The British defence ministry has been urged to ban the Chinese video-sharing app TikTok amid fears that sensitive data could be useful to Chinese spies. Intelligence experts express concerns over the potential security threats posed by the app.

Usage of TikTok by British Defence Ministry

  • TikTok’s usage has been banned across Whitehall.
  • The defence ministry uses TikTok to communicate with British forces globally.
  • Chinese spies may harvest data from TikTok, posing a security risk to Britain.

Expert Opinions on TikTok Ban

Admiral Lord West and Rear Admiral Chris Parry advocate for banning TikTok within the Ministry of Defence due to security concerns.

MoD’s Justification for Using TikTok

The defence ministry manages its TikTok account using third-party software and devices outside its network to reach a wider audience.

Security Measures Taken by MoD

  • Personnel are prohibited from using TikTok on official phones.
  • Nearly 1,000 troops in Estonia have been instructed to remove TikTok from both official and personal devices.

Data Collection Concerns

TikTok’s data collection practices, including gathering user information, internet protocol addresses, and biometric data, raise alarms among British intelligence agencies.

TikTok’s Appeal to Users

TikTok urges American users to contact senators to oppose a potential ban on the app, emphasizing the importance of creativity and community on the platform.

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