TikTok restoring services in US after Trump pledge

Published On Jan 19, 2025, 1:01 PM

TikTok has resumed operations in the US after President-elect Donald Trump promised to delay the enforcement of a law that would ban the app due to national security concerns. Following Trump's announcement, the app quickly restored service to its 170 million American users. The legal authority for Trump's intervention is unclear, and there are lingering questions about what this means for TikTok's future in the US, especially concerning potential bans at state levels or by app hosting platforms like Google and Apple. TikTok expressed gratitude towards Trump and aims to work on a long-term solution.