US House Passes Legislation to Require TikTok's Chinese Parent Company to Divest Ownership Stake, TikTok Criticizes Bill for Infringing on Free Speech on Nostr: US Congress Passes Potential TikTok Ban as Part of Foreign Aid Package ...
US Congress Passes Potential TikTok Ban as Part of Foreign Aid Package
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The US House of Representatives has passed a potential TikTok ban as part of a foreign aid package. If the legislation becomes law, TikTok's Chinese parent company, ByteDance, would be required to sell the app within a year or face a ban. TikTok has vowed to challenge the ban in court, citing concerns about free speech rights and the impact on the US economy. The ban would result in TikTok being removed from US app stores, preventing new downloads and updates for current users. While some users may find ways to bypass the ban, such as offline app installation or using a VPN, it would likely be inconvenient for many. Experts believe that even if the ban is enacted, it could face legal challenges on First Amendment grounds. The ban could have a significant impact on TikTok's popularity and u...
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