In response to repeated allegations of this nature, the short-form video app launched Project Clover in March.
While it might sound like a secret military sting operation, the programme is pretty mundane.
Yesterday, TikTok pledged 12bn over the next 10 years for the project.
The first data centre, a facility in Dublin, Ireland, wascompletedin September.
The second one is currently under construction in the frosty climes of Hamar, Norway.
It’s free, every week, in your inbox.
The third and final data centre will also be built in Ireland.
The full migration of TikToks 150 million European users in the region is expected by the end of 2024.
Currently, the company stores its global user data in Singapore, Malaysia, and the US.
Story bySion Geschwindt
Sion is a freelance science and technology reporter, specialising in climate and energy.
Also tagged with
