TikTok was reinstated in the U.S. after a sudden ban, following President-elect Trump’s intervention via executive order. While users and businesses celebrated the app’s return, questions persist over ByteDance’s compliance with U.S. demands. This episode underscores the deep intersection of technology, politics, and economics in today’s digital age.
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The U.S. banned TikTok on January 18, 2025, after ByteDance failed to divest its U.S. operations under a national security law. Affecting 150 million users, the shutdown has sparked legal challenges, political debates, and efforts to revive the platform, leaving creators, businesses, and users in limbo amid an uncertain future.
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