The Canadian government has announced that it will allow the TikTok platform to continue operating in the country, following a national security review.
In a statement, Canadian Industry Minister Mélanie Joly indicated that this authorization was conditional on new legally binding commitments made by TikTok Canada.
These commitments must address national security and data protection concerns, which have led Ottawa to closely examine the platform's activities in the country.
The decision will also allow the company to continue its investments in Canada, while remaining subject to specific obligations imposed by the authorities.
Several Western governments have expressed concerns in recent years about TikTok, owned by the Chinese group ByteDance, particularly regarding the management of user data and the risks of interference.
Canada's announcement comes amid international debates on the regulation of technology platforms and their impact on security and digital sovereignty.
