TikTok suspends Russia along with American Express and Netflix due to Russian invasion.
On Sunday TikTok announced the suspension of live streaming and new content posts.
“TikTok is an outlet for creativity and entertainment that can provide a source of relief and human connection during a time of war when people are facing immense tragedy and isolation,” said TikTok in a press statement.
“However, our highest priority is the safety of our employees and our users, and in light of Russia’s new ‘fake news’ law, we have no choice but to suspend live streaming and new content to our video service in Russia while we review the safety implications of this law.”
“We will continue to evaluate the evolving circumstances in Russia to determine when we might fully resume our services with safety as our top priority,” said the social network.
American Express and Netflix also joined the suspension of services in Russia.
Amex cards will no longer work at merchants or ATMs in Russia and cards issued in Russia will no longer work outside of the country on the American Express global network.
“Over the past few weeks, we have been working hard to back our colleagues and customers in these countries,” said American Express in a press release.
“While this decision will have an impact on them, we will continue to do what we can to support them. One of our company values is to ‘Do What is Right.’ This principle has guided us throughout this difficult crisis and will continue to do so, as we stand by our colleagues, customers, and the international community in hoping for a peaceful resolution to this crisis.”
Netflix stated, “Given the circumstances on the ground, we have decided to suspend our service in Russia.”
Gas prices also continue to soar due to U.S not accepting Russian oil.
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