The Chinese Connection: Uncovering the Truth Behind Popular Apps.

Congress is debating whether to ban TikTok due to the potential risk of American data being handed over to the Chinese government, but there are other apps with Chinese ties that could be even more dangerous. VPN apps for iPhones and Androids with parent companies based in China or other parts of Asia have misled their customers and are capable of accessing private information. Before using any VPN, it is important to research the app's privacy policies and parent company location.