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AUSTIN - Governor Greg Abbott announced Monday morning his plan for a statewide ban of TikTok on all state-issued devices. The Texas Department of Public Safety On Decem, Governor Greg Abbott required all state agencies to ban the video sharing application TikTok and other prohibited technologies from all state-owned devices and To limit security risks from the Chinese Communist Party, Texas Gov. Greg Abbott issued a new plan this week instructing state agencies on how to ban the Chinese Texas Gov. Greg Abbott (R) unveiled Monday a statewide plan to ban TikTok from state government-issued devices and networks, following a December order to crack Texas Gov. Greg Abbott announced Monday a statewide plan to ban TikTok on state-issued devices. “Texans, especially our state agencies and employees, must be Governor Greg Abbott today announced a statewide model security plan for Texas state agencies to address vulnerabilities presented by the use of TikTok and other software on personal and state-issued devices. AUSTIN, Texas – Governor Greg Abbott has announced a statewide model security plan for Texas state agencies to address vulnerabilities presented by the use of

Texas Governor Announces Statewide Plan to Ban TikTok on State-Issued Devices

AUSTIN - Governor Greg Abbott announced Monday morning his plan for a statewide ban of TikTok on all state-issued devices. This action reinforces Texas's commitment to cybersecurity and protecting sensitive state information.

Why Ban TikTok?

The move comes after growing concerns about data security and potential connections to the Chinese Communist Party. To limit security risks from the Chinese Communist Party, Texas Gov. Greg Abbott issued a new plan this week instructing state agencies on how to ban the Chinese-owned video platform.

Details of the Plan

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott (R) unveiled Monday a statewide plan to ban TikTok from state government-issued devices and networks, following a December order to crack down on the app. This comprehensive strategy builds upon previous directives, offering specific guidelines for state agencies.

State Agencies Affected

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott today announced a statewide model security plan for Texas state agencies to address vulnerabilities presented by the use of TikTok and other software on personal and state-issued devices. The Texas Department of Public Safety On Decem, Governor Greg Abbott required all state agencies to ban the video sharing application TikTok and other prohibited technologies from all state-owned devices and networks.

Protecting Texans

“Texans, especially our state agencies and employees, must be protected from the risks associated with using TikTok,” stated Governor Abbott. The plan focuses on mitigating potential threats to state data and infrastructure.

A Comprehensive Security Model

AUSTIN, Texas – Governor Greg Abbott has announced a statewide model security plan for Texas state agencies to address vulnerabilities presented by the use of TikTok and other software on personal and state-issued devices. Texas Gov. Greg Abbott announced Monday a statewide plan to ban TikTok on state-issued devices, underscoring the seriousness with which the state views the potential security implications of the app.

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