In a recent interview with CGTN, two TikTok users from the United States explained why they decided to switch to Chinese social network Xiaohongshu, also known as RedNote. They described their move as a form of protest against the US government's efforts to block TikTok.
Users have expressed dissatisfaction with the US authorities' approach to data protection on social media, calling it hypocritical. In their opinion, the US government is trying to demonise TikTok while it itself collects personal data of its citizens through other platforms.
RedNote, which is particularly popular in China, is gaining increasing popularity among young users around the world due to its focus on sharing inspiration and lifestyle. American users' switch to the platform, they say, shows their dissatisfaction with the current political situation and their desire to seek alternatives.
The move highlights the growing debate about social network regulation, data protection and user freedom in the digital environment.
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