Trump Offers Last-Minute Rescue Plan as TikTok Goes Dark in America

Trump Offers Last-Minute Rescue Plan as TikTok Goes Dark in America

TikTok Faces Temporary Shutdown in US Amid National Security Concerns

TikTok ceased operations in the United States on Saturday following a Supreme Court ruling that upheld the national security-based ban. The popular social media platform, owned by Chinese company ByteDance, displayed an unavailability message to US users, citing the newly enacted “Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act.”

Former President Trump announced plans to issue an executive order on Monday, granting TikTok a 90-day extension to secure a US buyer. Trump proposed a solution involving US ownership of 50% of the company, aiming to address national security concerns while keeping the platform operational.

Major tech companies Apple and Google have removed TikTok and other ByteDance applications from their respective app stores. Affected apps include TikTok Studio, CapCut, Lemon8, and several Lark collaboration tools.

While the mobile app remains inaccessible to US users, even through VPN connections, TikTok’s website continues to function, allowing users to access their data and view content. The company has updated its message to users, indicating ongoing efforts to resolve the situation.

The ban’s implementation stems from concerns about ByteDance’s potential threat to US national security. The situation remains fluid as stakeholders await Trump’s executive order and potential ownership restructuring.

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