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What the U.S. TikTok Ban Says About U.S.-China Relations

What the U.S. TikTok Ban Says About U.S.-China Relations

February 5, 2025February 3, 2025 Olivia Ardito

In April 2024, the U.S. Congress passed a bill banning the popular social media app TikTok in The United States of America. Former President Joe Biden subsequently signed it into law, and after facing many challenges, the U.S. Supreme Court … Continue reading

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TikTok Ban in New Caledonia: Democracy in Danger?

TikTok Ban in New Caledonia: Democracy in Danger?

August 6, 2024August 6, 2024 Victoire Thierry

On May 13th 2024 social unrest erupted in New Caledonia after the French government announced a revision to the 1998 Noumea Accords. In response to this, on the 15th the French government issued a ban for the … Continue reading

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The Hypocrisy of the Tik-Tok Ban

The Hypocrisy of the Tik-Tok Ban

April 17, 2024April 15, 2024 Anvita Dattatreya

In the digital age, social media platforms have become an integral part of everyday life, shaping culture, politics, and commerce. Among these platforms, TikTok has emerged as a global phenomenon, captivating millions with its short-form videos and trends. However, TikTok’s … Continue reading

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How is TikTok Shaping your Political Identity?

How is TikTok Shaping your Political Identity?

November 16, 2022November 15, 2022 Charlotte Power

In the past decade, we have witnessed the rise of political activism on social media. Gen Z has grown up surrounded by technology, with social media shaping how we perceive the world and absorb knowledge. With over 1 billion monthly … Continue reading

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TikTok and Democracy? The Implications of the US’ Proposed TikTok Ban

TikTok and Democracy? The Implications of the US’ Proposed TikTok Ban

October 28, 2020November 10, 2021 Aakanksha Mathur
Ironically, the very presidency that critiques China's authoritarian leadership is the same one attempting to violate their fundamental right to self-expression.

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