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Mass Food Poisoning Incident Hospitalizes Dozens of TikTok Staff at Singapore HQ. Around 60 staff members at ByteDance's Singapore office were affected by food poisoning, with 57 requiring hospitalization for gastroenteritis symptoms, BBC News reports. Health and food safety authorities in Singapore, along with ByteDance, are investigating the source of the outbreak, which is believed to involve third-party caterers. ByteDance's Singapore office does not prepare food on-site, relying on external catering services, which are now under scrutiny. The incident prompted a swift response, with 17 ambulances dispatched to the office in Singapore's business district to treat those affected. A ByteDance spokesperson emphasized the company's commitment to employee health and safety, stating that they are cooperating fully with authorities. The Singapore Food Agency and the Ministry of Health stressed the importance of strict food safety practices and warned of potential enforcement actions. ByteDance, the parent company of TikTok, was founded in 2012 and gained prominence with the success of Douyin in China, followed by TikTok globally. TikTok, which is not available in China, has over a billion active users worldwide, highlighting its significant global influence. TikTok is operated by a limited liability company based in Singapore and Los Angeles, although it is primarily owned by ByteDance. The incident underscores the critical need for rigorous food safety measures, particularly in corporate settings where third-party services are used.
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