US Supreme Court Upholds TikTok Sale Mandate

As the January 19 deadline approaches, TikTok's future in the U.S. hangs in the balance due to a law requiring its sale or shutdown on national security grounds, upheld by the Supreme Court. TikTok has warned it will 'go dark' if the Biden administration fails to provide necessary assurances to service providers. Meanwhile, former President Donald Trump, who initially sought to ban the app, is now advocating for its continuation, complicating the political landscape. The Biden administration is reportedly considering a 90-day extension for ByteDance to find an American buyer, highlighting the tension between national security and technological innovation. Both Apple and Google face potential penalties for distributing TikTok if it is banned, raising concerns over compliance and user access. Overall, the situation reflects ongoing debates over data privacy, security, and the influence of technology in the U.S.