President Trump's executive order temporarily suspends the enforcement of a law demanding TikTok's US operations be sold, but Apple and Google have already removed the app from their stores, making it inaccessible to new US users.
A new executive order signed by President Donald Trump has temporarily suspended the enforcement of a law that demanded TikTok's US operations be sold or face a de facto ban. The legislation, which took effect on January 19th, prohibited companies from distributing, maintaining, or updating TikTok. However, the president's order provides a 75-day reprieve for those entities, assuring them they will not face prosecution for keeping the app on US users' smartphones.
The Attorney General is also instructed to issue a letter confirming that the law has not been violated and there is no liability for their actions. Despite this suspension, Apple and Google have already removed TikTok from their app stores, meaning new downloads are impossible for US users. While the app remains accessible globally in other countries, ByteDance's cloud computing provider, Oracle, continues to deliver TikTok content in the US. Larry Ellison, Oracle's founder, has been suggested as a potential buyer for TikTok by Trump. While there were reports of Trump working on a deal to acquire TikTok's global operations involving Oracle, the president denied these claims, stating he is considering offers from various individuals and will make a decision within the next 30 days. The Chinese government, which previously insisted on approval for any deal involving TikTok, has expressed more openness to a transaction, stating that companies should be allowed to decide independently about their operations and deals. However, Apple and Google face a complex situation. Legal experts warn that while a temporary suspension of enforcement might be acceptable, a complete disregard for the law could face legal challenges. The order's wording, which only addresses the DoJ and Attorney General, raises concerns for third parties working with TikTok, potentially exposing them to legal action from non-state entities. Trump's executive order adds another layer of uncertainty to the already complex situation. His decision-making process and potential for last-minute changes raise concerns for both TikTok and its potential buyers. Meanwhile, the app's absence from online stores poses a significant threat to its long-term functionality in the US, as updates are crucial for compatibility and security. The situation remains fluid, with no clear resolution in sight
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