TikTok was unavailable for users in the U.S. due to a ban on the popular social media platform that officially went into effect. The message displayed to users informed them of the ban and mentioned possible reinstatement once President-elect Trump takes office. The ban also affected other apps owned by ByteDance, TikTok’s parent company. The ban was the result of a law mandating that TikTok be sold to a non-Chinese owner, which was upheld by the Supreme Court. However, the Biden administration indicated it would not enforce the ban, creating uncertainty. Lawmakers have cited TikTok as a national security threat due to its Chinese ownership, while TikTok CEO has defended the app’s safety. President-elect Trump mentioned the possibility of a 90-day extension for the sale of TikTok, signaling uncertainty regarding the app’s future. Some users have already begun migrating to alternative social media platforms. The app’s potential downfall has sparked protests among users, who have expressed concerns about potential security threats associated with migrating to other platforms like RedNote. The future of TikTok in the U.S. remains uncertain as the debate continues among lawmakers and tech experts.
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TikTok removes app from U.S. app store in anticipation of ban
