TikTok Faces Uncertain Fate in the US as President Biden Signs Ban Bill
House Lawmakers Pass Legislation with Deadline for Sale or Ban
President Biden has signed into law a bill that could potentially lead to a nationwide ban on TikTok, the popular Chinese-owned video-sharing app. The legislation gives TikTok's parent company, ByteDance, nine to 12 months to sell the app or face a ban in the United States.
Congress Finalizes Legislation, Escalating TikTok Debate
The bill, which was finalized by Congress on Tuesday, has reignited the debate over TikTok's presence in the US. Some lawmakers have expressed concerns about the app's potential to collect and share user data with the Chinese government. ByteDance has denied these allegations, stating that TikTok's US data is stored on servers in the country and is not accessible to Chinese authorities.
TikTok Faces Sale or Ban Deadline
Under the new law, TikTok has two options: sell itself to a company that is not owned by the Chinese government or be banned from operating in the US. The deadline for ByteDance to complete a sale is between nine and 12 months after the bill becomes law.
TikTok's Uncertain Future
The fate of TikTok in the US remains uncertain. ByteDance has not yet publicly commented on the new law, and it is unclear whether the company will be able to find a buyer that meets the US government's requirements. If TikTok is banned in the US, it would be a major blow to the company's global operations and a potential boon for its competitors.
Legal Challenges Expected
Legal experts have expressed skepticism about the constitutionality of the ban on TikTok. They argue that the bill violates the First Amendment by restricting freedom of speech and expression. It is likely that the law will be challenged in court, and the outcome of these challenges could ultimately determine the fate of TikTok in the US.
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