TikTok is facing a potential ban in the United States on Sunday due to concerns over China’s involvement with the app, posing a national security threat, and violating the law signed by President Joe Biden in April. The Supreme Court has upheld the law banning TikTok, resulting in the app potentially shutting down unless the Biden administration provides more clarity on the ban. TikTok users and creators are shifting to other platforms like Instagram and YouTube to continue sharing content. Some Chinese-owned apps are gaining popularity as alternatives to TikTok, while there are efforts to sell the app to American companies. President-elect Donald Trump is expected to make the final decision on TikTok’s fate and may grant a 90-day extension. Despite interest from potential buyers, such as Frank McCourt and Kevin O’Leary, ByteDance has reiterated that it does not plan to sell TikTok. Overall, the future of TikTok in the U.S. remains uncertain as the app faces potential regulation and restrictions under new ownership.
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