(Reuters) – TikTok disappeared in the United States on Saturday before a federal ban on the Chinese-owned short-video app took effect, cutting off access to the platform that has captured nearly half of all Americans, fueled small businesses and shaped online culture.
“A law has been enacted banning TikTok in the United States, and unfortunately, this means you cannot use TikTok at this time. We are fortunate that President Trump has indicated that he will work with us on a solution to bring TikTok back once he is in office. Please stay tuned,” she said. Message on the app.