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What happens after the TikTok ban?

Economic Times

Economic Times · 7m ago

What happens after the TikTok ban?

In light of national security concerns, the US Supreme Court is set to hear TikTok's appeal to block a law demanding its divestment from ByteDance by January 19. If not, TikTok will be banned, affecting new downloads, updates, and app store availability. Current users will face access issues over time, causing business disruptions. TikTok employees face job uncertainty, while advertisers weigh options. Despite TikTok's stance against selling, potential buyers, including Frank McCourt, show interest.

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Trump asks Supreme Court to delay TikTok ban so he can weigh in after he takes office

Economic Times

Economic Times · 8m ago

Trump asks Supreme Court to delay TikTok ban so he can weigh in after he takes office

President-elect Donald Trump requested the Supreme Court delay the TikTok ban until his administration addresses the issue politically. A law requiring TikTok to divest from its Chinese parent company by January 19 or face a ban is under scrutiny. While TikTok argues against this as a restriction on free speech, the government views it as essential for national security. Trump, although opposing a ban, prepares to resolve the issue after taking office.

TikTok execs believed Biden joining the app meant a ban was no longer an imminent threat: WSJ

Business Insider

Business Insider · 1y ago

TikTok execs believed Biden joining the app meant a ban was no longer an imminent threat: WSJ

Executives at TikTok felt reassured that calls for a ban on the app had quieted due to President Joe Biden's decision to join the platform in February and post videos, according to The Wall Street Journal. However, a bipartisan bill was introduced in the House shortly after a meeting between TikTok executives and lawmakers, which would require the Chinese company ByteDance to sell TikTok or face a ban in the US. The bill was shaped by Biden administration officials, and Biden himself has indicated he would sign the ban if it reaches his desk. TikTok and free-speech groups argue that the ban would violate the First Amendment.

Albanian PM dismisses TikTok's 'urgent' query on ban

Economic Times

Economic Times · 8m ago

Albanian PM dismisses TikTok's 'urgent' query on ban

Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama defended the country's ban on TikTok, stating that it was not a hasty decision made in response to a single incident. TikTok had responded to the ban, seeking clarification from the Albanian government and claiming that there was no evidence connecting the platform to the recent tragic incident. Rama insisted that the ban was carefully considered and based on input from parents and schools. He also criticized TikTok for demanding clarifications, stating that it was Albanians who made the decisions, not the owners of TikTok's algorithm. The ban came after a 14-year-old was killed in a fight that originated from an online confrontation. The government plans to introduce education programs for students and parents. TikTok has faced various controversies, including allegations of espionage and election manipulation.

Trump says without TikTok, 'Facebook and Zuckerschmuck will double their business'

Business Insider

Business Insider · 1y ago

Trump says without TikTok, 'Facebook and Zuckerschmuck will double their business'

Former President Donald Trump has expressed concern over the potential ban of TikTok in the US. He believes that eliminating the app could strengthen Facebook and its CEO, Mark Zuckerberg. Trump's comments come after TikTok users launched a campaign against a proposed bill that would ban the app or require its sale to a non-Chinese company. The White House supports the bill, which aligns with Trump's previous stance on TikTok. Trump has a history of feuding with Zuckerberg, calling him a "criminal" and accusing him of interfering in elections.

A former TikTok employee says he had a boss he never met, which concealed the platform's close ties to China

Business Insider

Business Insider · 1y ago

A former TikTok employee says he had a boss he never met, which concealed the platform's close ties to China

A former TikTok employee claims that the company attempted to conceal its Chinese ownership by assigning him to a manager in Seattle, despite actually being managed by a Beijing-based executive. Evan Turner, a former senior data scientist, says he was told in a video call that he would still report to the Beijing manager, contradicting what TikTok executives had claimed about the company operating independently. TikTok has disputed the allegations, calling them "completely unfounded", as it continues to face regulatory scrutiny and the possibility of a ban in the US.

TikTok is facing legal backlash around the world

Economic Times

Economic Times · 7m ago

TikTok is facing legal backlash around the world

TikTok is facing global legal challenges, including fines in Russia for prohibited content, a one-year Albanian ban after a teen's murder linked to the app, and potential U.S. sale or ban due to China ties. Despite being banned in countries like India and Nepal, TikTok remains widely used worldwide. Countries like Indonesia and Russia impose fines or partnerships, while places like Britain and Canada restrict it on government devices due to security concerns.

Trump says he 'most likely' will give TikTok 90-day extension to avoid US ban

Economic Times

Economic Times · 7m ago

Trump says he 'most likely' will give TikTok 90-day extension to avoid US ban

President-elect Donald Trump is considering giving TikTok a 90-day extension to avoid a U.S. ban, allowing more time for its Chinese parent company to sell its U.S. operations. The law banning the app takes effect Sunday, but Trump might announce an extension Monday. The Biden administration has left the decision to Trump, whose inauguration is a day after the ban. TikTok seeks assurance against enforcement, while Apple, Google, and Oracle remain silent on their plans.

TikTok web goes live for some users in India - The Economic Times

Economic Times

Economic Times · 6d ago

TikTok web goes live for some users in India - The Economic Times

TikTok has gone live on the web for some users in India after nearly five years. This follows the January 2021 permanent ban on TikTok and 58 other Chinese apps in India under the Information Technology Act due to tensions with China. TikTok, launched by ByteDance in 2017, was initially banned in 2020. The move coincides with the White House launching an official TikTok account to engage with the app's significant U.S. user base.

TikTok Asks US Supreme Court to Block Government Ban

Livemint

Livemint · 8m ago

TikTok Asks US Supreme Court to Block Government Ban

TikTok and its parent company, ByteDance, have urgently requested the US Supreme Court to block the government's ban on the social media platform. The ban is set to be enforced next month if the parent company fails to sell the app. A federal appeals court recently upheld the ban, dismissing TikTok's claims of free speech protections. The Supreme Court's decision or any potential actions by the incoming administration could impact the ban's implementation after January 20. President-elect Donald Trump has suggested reconsidering his stance on TikTok. The Supreme Court has been asked to decide by January 6.

Congress and the White House are talking about a TikTok ban, again. TikTok is taking them seriously.

Business Insider

Business Insider · 1y ago

Congress and the White House are talking about a TikTok ban, again. TikTok is taking them seriously.

Congress is considering a bill that would either ban TikTok or force its Chinese owners, ByteDance, to sell the company's US operations. This idea, previously pursued by the Trump administration, has resurfaced with bipartisan support. Although there may be no real consequences for politicians who claim they want to ban TikTok, there is a potential backlash from young voters who value the platform. TikTok has responded by informing users of the potential ban and encouraging them to contact their representatives. However, it remains unclear if TikTok truly believes a ban is imminent or if this is simply a precautionary measure.

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