TikTok to 'Go Dark' in US on Sunday Amid Looming Federal Ban
2025-01-18
The Washington Post
TikTok is set to shut down in the United States on Sunday, barring a last-minute reprieve from the Biden administration. The company announced that the app will 'go dark' as a federal ban takes effect, citing a nationwide prohibition. With the ban looming, users are bracing for the potential loss of the popular social media platform. As the deadline approaches, the fate of TikTok hangs in the balance, with the company seeking an emergency stay. The ban has sparked concerns over censorship and online freedom, with many turning to alternative social media platforms. Popular keywords like 'TikTok ban' and 'social media censorship' are trending online.