China Denies Data Access Claims After TikTok Faces EU Fine

Swift Summary

• The European Union fined TikTok €345 million for breaches of its General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), particularly concerning the processing of children’s data in 2020.
• China denied allegations that it accessed user data collected by TikTok, which is owned by Beijing-based ByteDance.
• The EU’s fine adds to growing scrutiny of technology firms from China amidst concerns over privacy adn national security.

Indian Opinion Analysis
India’s prior concerns about TikTok and subsequent banning of the platform in 2020 were based on similar issues, including data privacy and security risks tied to foreign entities. This EU decision underscores a broader global trend toward stringent enforcement on such platforms, raising questions about accountability within Big tech. For India, this serves as validation for its cautious policy approach while spotlighting the importance of maintaining robust frameworks to secure digital sovereignty in an increasingly interconnected world.

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