University of Houston Expands TikTok Ban Wi-Fi

The policy prohibits TikTok on university networks and devices, citing security concerns tied to the Chinese-owned platform.

Starting January 3, 2025, the University of Houston will block TikTok on its campus Wi-Fi network, extending an earlier ban on school-owned devices.
The policy aligns with a directive from Texas Governor Greg Abbott, who cited national security risks linked to TikTok's parent company ByteDance and its potential data-sharing with the Chinese government.
Employees are also prohibited from using personal devices with TikTok installed to conduct university business or access university systems, unless the app is removed.
Exceptions to the policy are allowed for law enforcement, research, and teaching purposes, but require approval through a formal request process.
The announcement comes as the Supreme Court prepares to hear a challenge to a federal law that would require TikTok to be sold to a U.S. owner or face a nationwide ban.

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