TikTok shuts down in the United States hours ahead of a ban

TikTok went offline in the U.S. Saturday night to avoid potential fines from service providers if the Supreme Court-upheld ban were enforced. The law, requiring TikTok’s sale to a U.S. entity, prompted providers like Apple and Google to halt app support. Despite the Biden administration indicating no immediate penalties, TikTok preemptively ceased operations. The company hinted at a return, contingent on President-elect Trump’s potential 90-day delay, leaving 170 million users and businesses in limbo.