Social Media Giant’s Ultimatum: A High-Stakes Standoff Between TikTok and the Biden Administration

TikTok says it will go offline on Sunday if Biden doesn’t intervene

In a shocking turn of events, TikTok has issued a statement warning that it will be forced to take its popular platform offline on Sunday, January 19th, unless the Biden administration provides immediate intervention. The company is demanding a “definitive statement” from the White House and Department of Justice to ensure that its critical service providers, including Apple, Google, Amazon, and Oracle, are not held liable for breaking the law.

This drastic measure comes in response to Friday’s Supreme Court ruling upholding the ban on TikTok. The company’s CEO, Shou Chew, had previously appealed to President-elect Donald Trump without providing any indication of what might happen when the law takes effect.

TikTok’s statement emphasizes that recent comments from the Biden administration and Department of Justice have failed to provide the necessary clarity and assurance to its service providers. With over 170 million Americans using the platform, this potential shutdown would have far-reaching consequences for users and the tech industry as a whole.

In a tense situation, TikTok is putting pressure on the White House to take immediate action. The clock is ticking, with just one day left before the alleged deadline of Sunday, January 19th.

Source: www.theverge.com