TikTok, the app that has become a staple of modern entertainment, may soon disappear from U.S. app stores. Offering everything from viral dance challenges to social commentary, TikTok has captured the hearts of millions. But its future hangs in the balance since the TikTok ban is being deliberated by the Supreme Court.
The Court is interpreting the federal law that could sever TikTok’s ties with its China-based parent company, ByteDance, or enforce a nationwide ban.
The app’s fate could be sealed by January 19, unless the Court intervenes. Here’s what’s at stake and how users can prepare for a potential TikTok ban.
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What Could Happen on January 19?
If the federal law is enforced, TikTok will no longer be available on Apple and Google app stores in the U.S., preventing new downloads. Current users will still have access to the app, but critical updates like bug fixes and security patches will cease. Over time, this lack of maintenance could make the app unworkable and vulnerable to security threats.
