fourteenmedia.id – The future of TikTok, one of the most popular social media platforms in the U.S., is uncertain as lawmakers continue to debate whether the app poses a national security threat. The app, owned by the Chinese company ByteDance, has come under scrutiny due to concerns that user data could be accessed by the Chinese government. This Friday, ByteDance will make its case to the U.S. Supreme Court to delay a potential ban.
A law signed by President Joe Biden on April 24 mandates that ByteDance must sell TikTok by January 19, 2025. If the company fails to meet the deadline, TikTok could be removed from U.S. app stores, and internet service providers would be prohibited from allowing access to the platform. The looming ban has sparked a heated debate about the platform’s future and its impact on users.
The situation is further complicated by the incoming President, Donald Trump, who previously sought to ban the app during his first term. However, ahead of the 2024 election, Trump has expressed a shift in his stance. At a December press conference, he revealed that TikTok holds a “warm spot” in his heart, crediting the platform for helping him gain support from younger voters.
As the January 19 deadline approaches, the outcome remains unclear. The decision on whether TikTok will face a ban could have significant implications for both the platform’s future in the U.S. and the broader relationship between the U.S. and China, particularly in terms of digital security and technology. All eyes are on the courts and lawmakers as this critical issue unfolds.