Trump hints at further delay for US TikTok ban

United States President Donald Trump said on Feb.13 that enforcement of a ban on the short-video app TikTok could be delayed further.

Speaking at the Oval Office, Trump discussed the potential for further extending the 75-day delay.

He indicated efforts to reach a deal allowing the app to continue operating.

Recent TikTok developments

Timeline
10-Feb-2025 📺 TikTok removed from smart TVs Top TV brands remove TikTok app due to law LG users informed of unavailability since Jan. 19
27-Jan-2025 📈 TikTok Shop doubles GMV to $33.2b, US leads growth TikTok Shop GMV hits $33.2 billion in 2024. US market drives growth with $9 billion in GMV.
23-Jan-2025 🕒 TikTok deal in US expected soon: Bytedance board member Resolution on TikTok in US expected soon. Negotiations may begin by week’s end.
21-Jan-2025 🇨🇳 TikTok can decide on its US acquisition, Chinese gov’t says China calls for fair TikTok ownership rules Mao emphasizes independent corporate decisions
20-Jan-2025 📈 TikTok restored in US amid legal risks for providers TikTok resumes services in the US as of Jan 20 Companies face fines for user data violations
20-Jan-2025 📈 TikTok aims to restore services for US users

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