ByteDance Shifts to Singaporean Identity Amid U.S. Scrutiny

   ByteDance's founder, Zhang Yiming, has reportedly changed his citizenship to Singaporean, with the company now identifying as a Singaporean entity. This move comes amidst ongoing legal challenges from U.S. authorities concerning TikTok's data practices. Critics speculate this is a form of "Singaporean washing," as many Chinese firms relocate to evade scrutiny. While ByteDance's motivations may be political, practical benefits of Singapore's business environment also play a role