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The US Senate passes a bill forcing TikTok's parent company to sell or face a ban, prompting President Biden to sign it into law. TikTok plans to challenge the ban in court, while Biden's campaign continues to use the app despite the ban.

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In breaking news, President Joe Biden recently signed into law a bill that includes a ban on TikTok in the U.S. amidst concerns about the app's ties to China and data security issues [1][2][3]. The ban is part of a larger $95 billion aid package meant for countries like Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan [4][5]. The Senate passed the bill, which requires TikTok's parent company, ByteDance, to sell the platform within a year or face a ban in the United States [6][7][8][9][10][11]. The move follows ByteDance's extensive lobbying efforts in Congress as a response to potential bans [12]. TikTok has vowed to contest the ban in court shortly after Biden put pen to paper on the legislation [13].

The bipartisan support that the bill received in Congress underscored the ongoing concerns about national security, foreign influence, and data privacy issues revolving around technology companies like TikTok [14]. The passage of this bill marks a significant step in the ongoing tensions between the U.S. and China, indicating a broader focus on recalibrating trade relationships and security interests [15]. This ban raises questions about the future of Chinese-owned apps operating in the United States and the impact of such decisions on global technology and trade [16].

The bill's passage prompted reactions from various stakeholders, including tech experts, policymakers, and the public. While some see it as a necessary step to safeguard national interests, others worry about the implications for free trade and the tech industry at large [17][18]. The debate is likely to continue as the ban moves forward, signaling a critical moment in the ongoing discussions surrounding data privacy, geopolitical tensions, and international trade relations [19].

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