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In a seismic blow to social media, TikTok has gone dark for 170 million users in the U.S., as the controversial federal ban officially takes effect. App users attempting to log in were greeted with a stark message: "Unfortunately, you can't use TikTok for now."
This unprecedented move stems from national security concerns over TikTok’s parent company, ByteDance, a Chinese tech giant accused of harboring potential links to Beijing. The ban also targets other ByteDance-owned apps, including CapCut and Lemon8, which have vanished from U.S. app stores.
The Supreme Court’s recent decision to uphold the congressional ban has left the platform's future hanging by a thread. However, a lifeline could come from President-elect Donald Trump, who has hinted at a possible 90-day reprieve. "President Trump has repeatedly expressed his desire to save TikTok, and there's no better dealmaker than him," said a Trump spokesperson.
The shutdown has sent shockwaves through the creator community, many of whom depend on TikTok for their livelihoods. Influencers are scrambling to migrate their content to alternatives like Instagram Reels, RedNote, and Clapper, while millions of fans mourn the loss of their beloved platform.
TikTok CEO Shou Chew, addressing the Supreme Court's ruling, expressed hope for a resolution. “We are fighting for the constitutional right of free speech for the millions who rely on TikTok to connect, create, and achieve their dreams,” he said.
See the post below:
Bruh, @tiktok_us had years to secure American data or take the company public/divest — you chose to do neither
— @jason (@Jason) January 19, 2025
Instead you’ve been caught spying on Americans and refuse to let American companies participate in your market.
This is 100% your choice pic.twitter.com/H7rmQYVrmn
As the ban stirs a whirlwind of debate, it’s not just about TikTok. The broader implications for U.S.-China relations, digital freedoms, and the future of social media hang in the balance.
Will TikTok stage a dramatic comeback under Trump’s leadership, or is this the final curtain for the app in the U.S.? Stay tuned for updates on this unfolding saga!
Source: TS
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