OBS' development manager, Ben Torell, claimed that TikTok's new Live Studio software violates the open source license. The streaming enthusiast confirmed this detail after a Twitter user pointed out the new app steaming platform's flaw.
In this photo illustration, the TikTok app is displayed on an Apple iPhone on August 7, 2020 in Washington, DC. On Thursday evening, President Donald Trump signed an executive order that bans any transactions between the parent company of TikTok, ByteDance, and U.S. citizens due to national security reasons. The president signed a separate executive order banning transactions with China-based tech company Tencent.
"This is the correct answer. That said, we have a commitment to dealing with GPL violations in good faith," said the Open Broadcasting Software officer.
But, he clarified that they would like to work with TikTok in a more friendly environment if the social media platform complies with the correct open source license.
This is the correct answer. That said, we have a commitment to dealing with GPL violations in good faith, and in the case of TikTok/Bytedance we would be happy to have a friendly working relationship with them as long as they comply with the license. https://t.co/w9jcT4pUQL
— Ben Torell @dodgepong@mastodon.social (@dodgepong) December 16, 2021
Right now, TikTok hasn't commented on the current issue. If you are one of the new Live Studio software consumers, the best thing you can do right now is wait for the company's further announcements.
OBS Vs. TikTok: Live Studio Violates Open Source Licence?
According to Engadget's latest report, TikTok Live Studio specifically violates the open-source GNU General Public Licence, also known as GPL.
In this photo illustration, the download page for the TikTok app is displayed on an Apple iPhone on August 7, 2020 in Washington, DC. On Thursday evening, President Donald Trump signed an executive order that bans any transactions between the parent company of TikTok, ByteDance, and U.S. citizens due to national security reasons. The president signed a separate executive order banning transactions with China-based tech company Tencent.
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It was accused of such activity since experts claimed that the new PC streaming app of TikTok uses OBS Studio's codes and other open efforts.
However, the giant social media platform is believed to be doing this without sharing the code under any GPL open source license term.
Meanwhile, some rumors claimed that if TikTok doesn't comply with GPL terms, OBS could actually file a lawsuit against the new Live Studio streaming service.
Will There be an Actual Lawsuit?
The Verge reported that TikTok Live Studio is still not yet available globally. This new streaming service started with a small group of individuals streaming their content using their gadgets.
Specifically, the only consumers who can access this PC streaming service are Western markets. However, this wouldn't matter in the latest open source license issue.
Although this is the case, it seems like OBC will not necessarily need to file a lawsuit against TikTok. You can view this link to see more information.
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