The US Supreme Court upheld a federal law banning TikTok unless sold by its Chinese parent company, citing national security risks. The law takes effect on January 19, preventing new downloads and updates, although existing users can still access the app. Political tensions surround the issue, with President-elect Trump advocating for a solution while the Biden administration prepares to enforce the ban. TikTok has faced lawsuits claiming it harms mental health, which it disputes. The law reflects broader geopolitical concerns between the US and China regarding data privacy and content manipulation. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)