TikTok says it will go dark in the US on January 19 – seeking ‘clarity’ and ‘assurance’ from the White House
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David Wilson
TikTok is facing the possibility of shutting down in the US on January 19th due to uncertainty surrounding the ban implementation. The social platform is in a state of limbo as the Biden Administration has yet to provide a definitive statement to prevent the ban. With the transition of power happening in the US, the fate of TikTok remains unknown. The relationship between TikTok, its developer ByteDance, and the Chinese government has been under scrutiny, with concerns about national security and data privacy. The US government has been deliberating on whether to ban TikTok or force its sale to American interests. Amidst the confusion, TikTok users in the US may soon face restrictions on accessing the app. The situation is expected to unfold further in the coming days, creating a sense of urgency to resolve the issue before the potential shutdown.
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