TikTok users File Lawsuit to block Montana ban - Breaking Techno News

Five TikTok users in Montana have filed a lawsuit in federal court seeking to block the state's new ban on the Chinese-owned platform.

The lawsuit, filed in U.S. District Court in Montana on May 18, argues that

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the ban violates the First Amendment rights of TikTok users in the state.

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The lawsuit was filed by TikTok users who are all residents of Montana.

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Montana blocked TikTok because of national security concerns.

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The state government believes that TikTok could be used by the Chinese government to collect data on U.S. users.

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How is TikTok Raising Security Concern Around the World?

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The U.S. government has raised concerns about TikTok's security and privacy practices.

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TikTok could be used to collect data on U.S. users, including their location, interests, and personal information.

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This data could then be used by the Chinese government to track and monitor U.S. citizens.

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TikTok could also be used to spread propaganda or disinformation.

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The security concerns about TikTok are serious and need to be addressed.

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