Myanmar’s military is using TikTok against protesters. The app must take a stand
The Myanmar military and security forces are deploying a new weapon against protesters: the video-sharing app TikTok. Described as “digital crack cocaine” by at least one commentator, the app has more than 1.1 billion active monthly users worldwide. Its viewers stand out for their enthusiasm. When Jennifer Lopez posted the same video to TikTok and Twitter, her 5 million TikTok followers viewed it 71 million times. Her 45 million Twitter followers only watched it 2 million times.
Members of the Myanmar security forces are using TikTok to intimidate demonstrators who are taking to the streets to voice their opposition to the Feb.… Seguir leyendo »