Legal and Operational Challenges
has filed for a judicial review in , challenging Canada's order to dissolve its Canadian operations, citing national security concerns and arguing for less drastic measures.
Despite the dissolution order, TikTok remains accessible to Canadian users, with the app unaffected, while the company's Canadian employees face uncertainty and potential job losses.
Government's Stance and Public Concerns
Canadian Industry Minister justified the closure based on national security risks associated with ByteDance, emphasizing the decision was backed by security and intelligence advice.
The move has sparked debate, with some arguing it could weaken accountability without addressing app-related risks, amidst broader scrutiny of TikTok in the U.S. and over data privacy and security.