TikTok ban: US Supreme Court upholds law that prohibits the app
Published On Jan 17, 2025, 10:18 AM
The US Supreme Court has upheld a law requiring TikTok's parent company, ByteDance, to sell its US operations by January 19 or face a ban over national security concerns. The court ruled unanimously that the law does not violate free speech rights, leading to a potential shutdown of TikTok in the US if no buyer is found. The incoming administration under President Trump is expected to enforce this law, and while Trump has expressed mixed feelings about TikTok, he is tasked with deciding its fate soon.
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The decision to uphold the ban on TikTok presents significant national security concerns, which have led to a political and operational crisis for ByteDance. The potential shutdown of TikTok would negatively impact many stakeholders, including content creators and advertisers who rely on the platform. Additionally, the uncertainty about the company's future ownership may deter new investments in tech and social media sectors, particularly those with ties to China.
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