TikTok banned in America: TikTok has stopped working in America. This means that people in America will no longer be able to use this popular short-video platform. After months of legal battles, the US Supreme Court on Friday (January 17) approved a law banning TikTok, citing national security concerns.
TikTok app removed from ‘Play Store’ and ‘App Store’
TikTok has been removed from the App Store and Google Play Store and videos are not playing on TikTok’s US website. The law was signed by President Joe Biden last year.
Now Trump has hope
America’s newly elected President Donald Trump is in favor of keeping TikTok open in America for some time. Trump emphasized this in Phoenix, Arizona on December 22 and said that his videos on TikTok received billions of views during the presidential election.
TikTok users in America get this message
According to reports, TikTok users in America get a message when they open the app. In which it is written, ‘A law banning TikTok has been passed in America. Unfortunately, this means you can’t use TikTok right now. We are fortunate that President Trump has indicated that he will relaunch TikTok once he takes office. Please stay connected with us.
Why was TikTok banned?
According to reports, US officials have expressed concern over TikTok and claimed that TikTok is a threat to national security. The Chinese government could use this app to spy on Americans or covertly influence public opinion by controlling the content shown or hidden.
The concern stems from China’s national security laws, which require companies to assist in intelligence activities. FBI Director Christopher Wray said the Chinese government could access and compromise Americans’ devices through TikTok’s software.
What is the future of TikTok in America?
TikTok’s future in the US is uncertain. Over time, it is expected that the app will stop working properly, as updates and support from app stores like Apple and Google will be blocked under the new law. Ultimately TikTok may become completely useless in the country.
