TikTok restored access for its 170 million US users after going offline in response to a federal ban citing national security concerns. The ban, passed in April 2024, required TikTok to either divest its US operations or cease activities due to its Chinese ownership and alleged data risks. President Trump, set to take office, pledged to delay enforcement, offering TikTok time to secure a buyer. He also proposed U.S. ownership in any joint venture and assured liability protection for cooperating companies. ByteDance, TikTok's parent company, previously refused to sell, raising uncertainty. Following a temporary shutdown, users confirmed the app's return online.
