TikTok is back on the App Store and Google Play Store – here’s what could happen next
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Sarah Collins
TikTok has made a comeback on the App Store and Google Play Store in the US after being banned for 75 days due to concerns over user privacy and Chinese state interference. President Donald Trump has played a significant role in delaying the ban and is pushing for the sale of at least 50% of TikTok’s US business to an American owner. The future of TikTok remains uncertain as ByteDance, the Chinese company that owns TikTok, continues to resist selling the app. Potential buyers include investors like Frank McCourt and Kevin O’Leary, but it’s unclear if any serious deals will materialize. The bizarre aftermath of the ban included a market for smartphones with TikTok pre-installed selling for exorbitant prices, which is expected to collapse now that the app is freely available again. The fate of TikTok depends on various factors, including mutual agreement between potential buyers, the US government, ByteDance, and the Chinese state. Share your thoughts on whether you believe TikTok will endure in the comments section.
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