League of Legends is requiring all players to install something on their computers that hands over kernel level access to a company that partners with the Chinese Government

# What is WeChat and Who is Tencent?

WeChat is [the most popular app in China](https://www.businessofapps.com/data/most-popular-apps/#:~:text=Most%20Popular%20Apps%202022%20(China)) which is owned by Tencent. This app functions similar to Facebook messenger and is a way for people to chat individually or in groups.

The issue it used to help the CCP detain and track & punish people who share opinions that are not in line with the CCP. The US Department of state sites that Tencent's WeChat is [China's number one tool for …

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