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TikTok may shut down in US on Sunday: sources

TikTok may suspend its app for United States users starting Sunday if a federal ban takes effect, according to unnamed sources.

The decision will depend on whether the Supreme Court intervenes to block the ban.

Under current legislation, new downloads of TikTok are prohibited from Apple and Google app stores. However, existing users may temporarily access the app.

TikTok plans a complete shutdown, with users receiving a message directing them to a website with details about the ban.

Users will reportedly have the option to download their personal data before the shutdown occurs.

If the ban is overturned, TikTok is prepared to restore services quickly, according to one source.

Recent TikTok developments

Timeline
14-Jan-2025 🚫 TikTok denies sale to Elon Musk amid US lawsuit
  • TikTok denies sale report as ‘pure fiction.’
  • Firm won’t divest US operations amid legal challenges.
10-Jan-2025 📦 TikTok Shop rival Whatnot raises $265m, valued at $4.97b
  • Whatnot raises $265M; valuation hits $4.97B.
  • Plans international expansion and new retail categories.
07-Jan-2025 🛍️ TikTok Shop reaches $32.6b GMV in 2024
  • TikTok Shop’s GMV hits US$32.6 billion globally.
  • Beauty products are the top-selling in all markets.
18-Dec-2024 ⚖️ TikTok appeals US Supreme Court to block potential ban
  • TikTok appeals potential US app ban in court.
  • Ban could cause over $1 billion loss to creators.

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