China Orders Apple to Remove Popular Messaging Apps, Revives Legislation for Potential TikTok Ban

Apple has removed WhatsApp, Signal, and Threads from its App Store in China, citing compliance with local laws and unspecified "national security" concerns. The move comes as the Chinese government has banned Western social media apps, similar to the reasons given by U.S. politicians for a potential ban on TikTok. This highlights the complex interplay between tech companies, national laws, and free speech values in different countries.