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Questions swirl over the future of TikTok. Who could own it? How will the platform operate?

TikTok faced potential forced sale due to new U.S. law, threatening its operations and presence in the country. [ more ]

Georgia Recorder

TikTok sues to block new U.S. law banning app if it is not sold * Georgia Recorder

TikTok and ByteDance challenge US law requiring sale to non-Chinese owner, citing free speech violation and technical infeasibility. [ more ]

Fast Company

Why TikTok's technology is special

TikTok's algorithm is based on 'interest signals' and the short video format, making it uniquely effective in generating user engagement. [ more ]

Entrepreneur

ByteDance Would Rather Shutter TikTok in the US than Sell It | Entrepreneur

ByteDance publicly states no plans to sell TikTok despite potential U.S. ban. [ more ]

GSMArena.com

Reuters: ByteDance would prefer TikTok shutdown in the US instead of divesting

ByteDance may prefer shutting down TikTok over selling to a US company due to the algorithm's importance. [ more ]

www.dw.com

China's ByteDance denies plans to sell TikTok in US DW 04/26/2024

ByteDance denies selling TikTok despite US ban threat. [ more ]

New York Post

TikTok owner ByteDance reportedly would rather shut down app than sell it as it faces US ban

ByteDance may prefer to shut down TikTok than to sell it due to the importance of its core algorithms. [ more ]

Entrepreneur

TikTok Sues US Over Ban Law, Says ByteDance Will Not Sell | Entrepreneur

TikTok is contesting the bill banning it in the U.S., claiming divesting from ByteDance within the given timeline is not feasible. [ more ]

TechCrunch

The impact of TikTok's ban in other countries could signal what's ahead for the U.S. | TechCrunch

The U.S. bill signed by President Biden could ban TikTok if not sold by ByteDance within a specified timeframe. [ more ]

GSMArena.com

TikTok ban signed into law by Biden, ByteDance has nine months to divest

The United States passed a national security package including a potential TikTok ban, giving ByteDance the choice to divest or face a platform ban. [ more ]

time.com

TikTok Sues U.S. to Block Law That Could Ban the Social Media Platform

TikTok and ByteDance are suing the U.S. over a law mandating a sale of the app, setting up a legal battle over its future in America. [ more ]

www.cbc.ca

TikTok parent company says it won't sell, despite possible U.S. ban | CBC News

TikTok is preparing for a legal battle to resist a U.S. law that would force it to sever connections with its China-based parent company. [ more ]

Fast Company

Algorithms not for sale: ByteDance may shutdown TikTok in the U.S. if legal options fail

ByteDance may shut down TikTok rather than sell if faced with U.S. ban. [ more ]

Ars Technica

TikTok ready to "move to the courts" to prevent ban in US

TikTok preparing for legal battle in the US over potential ban due to ownership by Chinese company ByteDance. [ more ]

www.aljazeera.com

US TikTok's future in jeopardy as Biden signs ban bill: What's next?

US Senate approved a bill requiring ByteDance to divest TikTok in nine months to avoid a ban due to national security concerns. [ more ]

Entrepreneur

TikTok Ban Bill Becomes Law, Gives TikTok 9 Months To Sell | Entrepreneur

US Senate passed bill to force TikTok separation from ByteDance within a year amidst national security concerns. [ more ]

PR Daily

The TikTok bill passed. Here's what PR pros need to know. - PR Daily

The U.S. Senate voted to force ByteDance to sell TikTok or face a ban, giving at least nine months before any significant changes.

TikTok's potential sale or ban impacts multiple aspects from data privacy concerns to platforms poised to benefit from its absence. [ more ]

Ars Technica

Biden signs bill to ban TikTok if Chinese owner ByteDance doesn't sell

The US Senate approved a bill requiring ByteDance to sell TikTok within 270 days or face being locked out of the US market. [ more ]

WIRED

TikTok's Creator Economy Stares Into the Abyss

The US Senate passed a bill allowing a potential TikTok ban within a year if not separated from ByteDance. [ more ]

ReadWrite

US Senate passes bill banning TikTok unless it divest

The US Senate passed a bill requiring TikTok to divest or face a ban in the US, emphasizing national security concerns and the promotion of American democracy. [ more ]

Axios

What happens now that Biden has signed the TikTok bill

The concern about TikTok centers on potential risks of Chinese companies sharing U.S. customer data with the government. [ more ]

www.mercurynews.com

US banning TikTok? Your key questions answered

TikTok won't disappear immediately; ban gives time for sale. Users unlikely to face jail. Workarounds like VPNs may help circumvent ban. [ more ]

WRAL.com

Senate passes bill forcing TikTok's parent company to sell or face ban, sends to Biden for signature

Legislation passed to force TikTok's parent company to sell the platform, extending the deadline and blocking control of the algorithm. [ more ]

Consequence

How soon could TikTok actually be banned in the US?

Lawmakers aim to force ByteDance to sell TikTok within a year due to security concerns, could lead to a ban if not complied. [ more ]

GSMArena.com

TikTok is another step closer to a ban in the US following Senate vote

The US Senate passed the National Security Package, potentially leading to a ban on TikTok if ByteDance doesn't divest to a US company within twelve months. [ more ]

Axios

"Perils of TikTok" thriller moves to its next reel

Congress likely to force TikTok's Chinese owner to sell U.S. operations, leading to a potential lengthy legal battle. [ more ]

Vulture

TikTok Sues the U.S. Government

TikTok filed a lawsuit against the U.S. government for a violation of the First Amendment, aiming to prolong the time before being forced to sell or be banned. [ more ]

Forbes

2 days ago

Former TikTok Exec Accuses Company Of 'Lying' About China-Based ByteDance's Control

ByteDance has extensive control over TikTok despite claims of independence. [ more ]

ReadWrite

20 hours ago

TikTok's parent firm ByteDance tires to overturn US ban act

TikTok and ByteDance sue U.S. government to block ban law [ more ]

Fast Company

TikTok sues U.S. to block prospective ban or sale of the app

TikTok and ByteDance are suing to block a law requiring divestiture or a ban in the U.S. [ more ]

www.cbc.ca

TikTok is suing the U.S. over 'obviously unconstitutional' law that would ban it | CBC News

TikTok and ByteDance are suing the US over a law that would force them to sell the app, setting up a legal battle over its future in the country. [ more ]

www.aljazeera.com

TikTok owner ByteDance files lawsuit against US law forcing app's sale

ByteDance sued US government over TikTok divestment law. [ more ]

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Theregister

Privacy professionals

TikTok, ByteDance sue US govt to undo divest-or-die law

TikTok and ByteDance are suing the US government over the constitutionality of the law that requires TikTok to sell or shut down.

The law forces ByteDance to sell TikTok within 270 days or cease operations, leading to concerns about Chinese government influence.

TikTok and ByteDance argue that the law is unconstitutional and would result in the app shutting down, affecting 170 million American users. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

5 hours ago

Pro-Trump PAC Joins TikTok Amid Fight Over Its Chinese Ownership

The super PAC supporting Donald Trump has joined TikTok to share his agenda to win the election, amid controversies over the platform's ownership. [ more ]

Ars Technica

TikTok and its Chinese owner sue US government over "foreign adversary" law

TikTok and ByteDance sued the US government to block the law requiring TikTok to be sold to a non-Chinese firm. [ more ]

TheWrap

TikTok Owner ByteDance Sues Federal Government Over US Ban of Social Media Platform - TheWrap

TikTok and ByteDance sued the U.S. government over the ban, citing violation of First Amendment rights. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

TikTok Sues U.S. Government Over Law Forcing Sale or Ban

TikTok sues U.S. government, stating law forcing its sale or ban is unconstitutional. [ more ]

Tampa Free Press

TikTok's Legal Battle: Challenging The Law That Could Ban The App

TikTok and ByteDance file lawsuit against U.S. government over potential ban, citing First Amendment rights violation. [ more ]

Above the Law

TikTok Plans To Fight Censorship, Mouthy Politicians Make It Very Easy For Them

Congress targeted TikTok for divestment instead of addressing data privacy concerns from other tech giants. ByteDance claims divestment violates free speech. [ more ]

Sacramento Bee

TikTok sues U.S. over sell-or-ban law. What the lawsuit means for California's 16 million users

TikTok and ByteDance are challenging the constitutionality of a law requiring ByteDance to sell TikTok or face a nationwide ban. [ more ]

english.elpais.com

TikTok sues US to block law that could ban the social media platform

TikTok and ByteDance are suing the U.S. over a law that would ban TikTok unless sold, claiming First Amendment violation. [ more ]

The Business of Fashion

6 days ago

Op-Ed | Who Could Buy TikTok?

ByteDance's legal argument regarding TikTok and free speech rights is at stake in potential acquisition scenarios. [ more ]

Intelligencer

6 days ago

Why Your TikTok App Will Probably Be Taken Away

TikTok's influence on society and national security concerns due to its Chinese ownership have led to a potential ban in the U.S. [ more ]

Mail Online

How to protect your TikTok data if the US bans the Chinese-owned app

Back up TikTok content to secure data amid potential ban in the US. [ more ]

Spectrumlocalnews

New York small business owner: Don't mess with TikTok

Small businesses fear potential TikTok ban could harm their marketing strategies. [ more ]

english.elpais.com

Is the US really going to ban TikTok?

TikTok faces a choice to sell or shut down in the U.S., sparking legal and user implications. [ more ]

ReadWrite

What is Lemon8, who owns it and is it safe?

Lemon8 is a new social media app focusing on user-generated content with a unique emphasis on categorization and monetization opportunities. [ more ]

Digiday

Amazon, Apple, Oracle rumored to be potential TikTok buyers if ByteDance is forced to sell

The U.S. legislation requires ByteDance to sell TikTok shares to a U.S. business within 270 days or face an outright ban. Ad execs anticipate a sale due to TikTok's revenue and reach. [ more ]

Vulture

6 Companies That Should Buy TikTok

TikTok faces potential ban if not sold to American buyer within nine months. [ more ]

Polygon

TikTok's biggest creators imagine what would happen if the app went away

TikTok creators face uncertainty due to US national security law demanding ByteDance divest platform within 270 days. [ more ]

time.com

As a Potential TikTok Ban Looms, Creators Worry About More Than Just Their Bottom Lines

President Biden signed a bill forcing ByteDance to sell TikTok in the U.S. within nine months or face a nationwide ban. [ more ]

Ars Technica

TikTok owner has strong First Amendment case against US ban, professors say

ByteDance may have a strong First Amendment case against the US government regarding the potential TikTok ban. [ more ]

ABC7 San Francisco

TikTok's Chinese parent company ByteDance denies it's willing to sell platform as US ban looms

ByteDance has no plans to sell TikTok despite US legislation potentially leading to a ban. [ more ]

www.thedrum.com

The Daily Briefing: TikTok stands firm, Google's AI update, and Snap shares soar

ByteDance denies TikTok sale amid legal challenges, reinforces stance in communication strategy. Google's generative AI shifting search experience, expanding capabilities with encouraging user reception. [ more ]

AdExchanger

The Countdown For TikTok Begins. What's Next For Marketers And Media Buyers? | AdExchanger

TikTok faces a possible ban in the US unless ByteDance sells the platform within a year. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

ByteDance would shut down TikTok in US rather than sell it, sources say

ByteDance prefers to shut down TikTok rather than sell if faced with US legislation ban. [ more ]

San Jose Spotlight

Will TikTok leave San Jose if ban takes hold? - San Jose Spotlight

The U.S. TikTok ban raises questions regarding its future in San Jose amidst Bytedance's office expansion. [ more ]

Theregister

ByteDance would rather torpedo TikTok than sell it - claim

ByteDance prefers shutting down TikTok over selling it due to potential regulatory issues and logistical challenges. [ more ]

www.aljazeera.com

ByteDance prefers TikTok shutdown in US over sale: Report

TikTok's parent company ByteDance would prefer shutting down the app in the US than selling it to a US buyer with algorithms. [ more ]

Engadget

TikTok Lite axes 'addictive as cigarettes' reward-to-watch feature under the EU's watchful eye

The EU suspended TikTok Lite's reward-to-watch feature due to concerns over addictiveness, prompting ByteDance to comply and warning of ongoing scrutiny. [ more ]

Iapp

EU will not follow US on potential TikTok ban

EU will not address TikTok issues immediately after the U.S. law on ByteDance. [ more ]

WIRED

The TikTok Ultimatum Is Here. What Does It Mean?

President Joe Biden signed a bill allowing the US government to potentially ban TikTok if it doesn't divest from ByteDance within a year. [ more ]

Fast Company

ByteDance promised to sue if the U.S. bans TikTok. Legal experts weigh in on what it means for users

Legislation signed by President Biden could force ByteDance to sell TikTok in the U.S., facing a potential ban, raising concerns about First Amendment rights and national security implications. [ more ]

Ars Technica

In the face of bans, ByteDance tightens grip over US TikTok operations

TikTok's US operations under ByteDance control have deepened, complicating efforts to separate the app from its parent company amid regulatory pressures. [ more ]

The Verge

Anyone want to buy TikTok?

TikTok faces potential outcomes: sue and win, shutdown, or sale by ByteDance within a year after US Congress passes a bill banning TikTok. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

There Is No TikTok in China, but There Is Douyin. Here's What It Is.

Douyin is the Chinese version of TikTok owned by ByteDance, crucial for ByteDance's financial success, with over 700 million active users in China. [ more ]

New York Post

Billionaires race to buy TikTok after Chinese owners ordered to sell app - with Steve Mnuchin in the lead

American finance and tech tycoons preparing multi-billion bids for TikTok after Biden's act requires Chinese owners to sell. [ more ]

ABC7 San Francisco

What does a TikTok ban mean for Silicon Valley users and businesses? Experts explain

Time is ticking for TikTok with a U.S. ban looming over ByteDance's divestment. [ more ]

Forbes

The Impact Of A Potential Ban On Influencers And Content Creators

President Biden signed a bill potentially leading to a TikTok ban in the US, requiring ByteDance to divest within 12 months. [ more ]

TechCrunch

TikTok ban signed into law by President Biden: How we got here, and what comes next | TechCrunch

Pressure rises on Bytedance to divest due to new TikTok ban cleared by Congress and approved by the White House. [ more ]

Fast Company

TikTok ban: How stocks for social media rivals Meta and Snap-and partner Oracle-fared on the news

President Biden signed TikTok ban into law, forcing ByteDance to sell the platform or face a U.S. ban within 365 days. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

On TikTok, Resignation and Frustration After Potential Ban of App

The US Congress passed legislation to potentially ban TikTok, forcing its Chinese owner, ByteDance, to sell the app to an American entity within a year. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

Congress Passed a Bill That Could Ban TikTok. Now Comes the Hard Part.

A bill passed forcing TikTok's sale due to national security concerns, facing legal challenges and Beijing's resistance, with uncertain future implications. [ more ]

GameSpot

TikTok Ban Bill Signed Into Law By Biden, Forcing Possible Sale Of The Company

ByteDance must sell TikTok, potential ban in the US, but current app unaffected. [ more ]

www.npr.org

President Biden signs law to ban TikTok nationwide unless it is sold

President Biden signed a law giving ByteDance a year to divest from TikTok or face a nationwide ban. [ more ]

www.amny.com

TikTok on the clock: What you need to know about US ban of social media platform | amNewYork

TikTok ban approved by Congress, awaiting President Biden's signature. Users may face challenges in the future if ByteDance fails to sell the company. [ more ]

time.com

What a TikTok Ban in the U.S. Could Mean for You

TikTok faces Congressional ban, parent company ByteDance given nine months to sell, potential for extended timeline and user workarounds exist. [ more ]

The Drum

The Drum's Daily Briefing: TikTok US ban greenlit, Gucci falters, Spotify profit boost

Potential ban on TikTok in the US if not sold to a US-based company within one year

Gucci sales expected to decrease significantly in the first half of 2024 [ more ]

Engadget

Joe Biden signs the bill that could ban TikTok in the United States

TikTok challenges law forcing sale or ban in the US. [ more ]

Boston.com

US banning TikTok? Your key questions answered

TikTok won't disappear from phones immediately even after a ban, but app stores will no longer offer updates, making it gradually unusable. [ more ]

ComputerWeekly.com

TikTok ban sails through US Senate | Computer Weekly

A bill to force ByteDance to sell TikTok by January 2025 is expected to become law with significant consequences. [ more ]

Kiplinger.com

TikTok Ban Passes Ahead of Meta Earnings: What To Know

U.S. lawmakers passed legislation to ban TikTok, impacting Meta Platforms.

The bill gives ByteDance one year to sell its stake in TikTok due to national security concerns.

Meta Platforms closely monitors the situation as TikTok plans a potential legal challenge. [ more ]

ABC7 San Francisco

US banning TikTok? Your key questions answered

TikTok ban has congressional approval, giving ByteDance 9-12 months to sell before a potential ban. [ more ]

www.independent.co.uk

What next for TikTok as US ban moves step closer?

TikTok is facing pressure in the US over ownership and data concerns. [ more ]

Engadget

The Morning After: Senate passes the bill that could ban TikTok

The Senate approved a bill mandating ByteDance to sell TikTok in a bipartisan vote, with President Biden likely to sign it. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

Senate passes bill banning TikTok if parent company does not sell it

Senate passes bill to ban TikTok or force sale to US company, giving ByteDance one year to comply before deletion from US app stores. [ more ]

Theregister

US Senate passes law requiring ByteDance to divest TikTo

The US Senate passed a bill compelling ByteDance to sell TikTok to a US buyer, with Biden ready to sign it. [ more ]

The Verge

Senate passes TikTok ban bill, sending it to Biden, who has already committed to signing it

The bill would force ByteDance to sell TikTok or face a US ban, with President Biden committed to signing it. [ more ]

TechCrunch

Senate passes a bill forcing TikTok to face a ban if ByteDance doesn't sell it | TechCrunch

Senate passed bill to ban TikTok if not sold within a year. [ more ]

Mashable

A TikTok ban would probably also take down CapCut, Lemon8, and more

The U.S. government is moving closer to banning TikTok, potentially affecting other foreign-based apps as well. [ more ]

www.mercurynews.com

TikTok digs in to fight US ban with 170 million users at stake

The U.S. government aims to shut down TikTok unless divested from ByteDance, leading to a potential legal battle and impacting other Chinese tech companies with U.S. ambitions. [ more ]

Axios

ByteDance's web of apps could get tangled up in TikTok ban

The bill has broader implications beyond TikTok, extending to any app controlled by a company in a foreign adversary country. [ more ]

Adweek

How Ad Buyers Are Advising Clients As Possible TikTok Ban or Sale Looms

Advising clients to diversify platforms due to uncertainty over TikTok's future in the U.S. [ more ]

Theregister

US House of Rep passes new TikTok ban bill to Senate

US legislation passed to force TikTok sale, citing concerns over Chinese influence and national security. [ more ]

ReadWrite

US inches closer to a TikTok ban

US House voted to potentially ban TikTok if Chinese ownership not sold within 270 days.

Senate to approve bill, Biden supports it.

Notable opposition to TikTok ban includes Trump's reversal and Elon Musk's stance. [ more ]

www.npr.org

TikTok faces its biggest threat yet; Earth Day tips for sustainable living

TikTok faces potential ban in the U.S. if ByteDance doesn't sell it within a year.

Important Supreme Court case on homelessness and punishments for sleeping outside without shelter. [ more ]

GSMArena.com

US passes revised bill that could ban TikTok within a year

The US House of Representatives approved a bill requiring ByteDance to sell TikTok to a US company within a year or face a ban. [ more ]

www.dw.com

US House passes bill that could ban TikTok DW 04/21/2024

The US House of Representatives passed a bill that could lead to a ban on TikTok in the US if it doesn't divest from its Chinese parent company ByteDance. [ more ]

Engadget

House votes in favor of bill that could ban TikTok, sending it onward to Senate

US House passes bill potentially banning TikTok or enforcing sale.

TikTok's parent company, ByteDance, given up to a year to divest per revised bill. [ more ]

TechCrunch