US President Donald Trump has temporarily suspended the ban on TikTok for 75 days, aiming for a US entity to hold a 50% stake in the app. This decision came shortly after his inauguration, amidst ongoing concerns about TikTok's Chinese parent company, ByteDance, allegedly using the app for espionage. The US Supreme Court had previously upheld a law mandating TikTok's removal from app stores unless sold by January 19. In response, TikTok briefly ceased operations in the US.
China has shown signs of softening its stance on a potential deal following Trump's grace period offer, but legal and political challenges remain. Trump’s proposal for a US stake encounters criticism, with security concerns about data protection for TikTok's 170 million American users. Despite the suspension, the app is not yet back in US stores, though some users have regained access.
The situation highlights broader issues in US politics, with debates over security risks and economic interests playing out. Trump's decision underscores his strategic maneuvering amid complex international and domestic dynamics, leaving TikTok's future in the US uncertain.
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