Talkie, a Chinese-developed app, has become increasingly popular in the United States, following in the footsteps of TikTok and Temu. However, there are growing concerns about data theft and the influence of Chinese tech companies on the Western world. Some experts believe that Talkie’s rapid expansion into Western markets is supported by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP), and that the app may carry hidden factors related to China’s unrestricted war against the West.
Talkie was launched just over a year ago as a conversational AI platform that allows users to interact with virtual characters through the app. These characters include celebrities like Donald Trump, Taylor Swift, and Elon Musk, all powered by artificial intelligence to provide users with a natural conversation-like experience.
Data.ai reports that Talkie ranked among the top six entertainment apps on Apple’s app store in July, indicating its increasing popularity among US smartphone users. However, similar to other Chinese-developed apps, concerns have been raised regarding data privacy and security.
Experts have warned about the CCP’s influence over Chinese companies like Talkie and its implications for Western countries. The CCP’s unrestricted war against the West aims to undermine Western values while engaging in espionage and cyberattacks. Some experts suggest that apps like Talkie could be used as tools to collect data on US citizens for advancing Chinese interests while posing significant threats to national security.
Furthermore, there is unease due to lack of transparency and regulation of Chinese tech companies. The US government has taken measures to limit Chinese companies’ influence on US technology and data by banning TikTok and WeChat from US app stores through President Trump’s executive order.
The rising trend of popular Chinese-developed apps gaining traction in the US has sparked worries about data privacy and security. While many users enjoy unique experiences offered by apps like Talkie, experts caution against allowing access to sensitive information by Chinese companies due to potential consequences it may entail.
