Albania is banning TikTok for one year, citing growing violence among teens

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TikTok is like a neighborhood 'thug,' says Albanian Prime Minister.

Albania joins a growing list of countries banning or temporarily blocking TikTok, with the state declaring a one-year prohibition of the platform.

TikTok divestiture requirement, a de facto ban, is set to go into effect on Jan.19, and is currently set to be appealed in the Supreme Court, with TikTok and others claiming its a violation of free speech.

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Author / Journalist: Chase Dibenedetto

Category: Technology

Markets: SingaporeAlbaniaAustraliaIndiaItalyTurkey

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Published On: 2024-12-21 @ 19:38:09 (19 hours ago)

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