Business and Finance Business and Finance
Sun, December 15, 2024
[ Sun, Dec 15th 2024 ] - Observer
My 3 seconds of fame
[ Sun, Dec 15th 2024 ] - MSN
Wells Plastic Surgery & Skin Care
[ Sun, Dec 15th 2024 ] - MSN
Making A Stress Ball With Toothpaste
[ Sun, Dec 15th 2024 ] - MSN
NBA Cup: Defense is the new offense
Sat, December 14, 2024
[ Sat, Dec 14th 2024 ] - Yahoo
2024 captured through photos
[ Sat, Dec 14th 2024 ] - MSN
New 'KI' Salon opens in Fresno
[ Sat, Dec 14th 2024 ] - Daily Monitor
Swangz Avenue wraps Spotify
[ Sat, Dec 14th 2024 ] - MSN
'I still feel like I'm in my 20s!'

TikTok Ban Signed Into Law: What It Means For America's $15 Billion Small Business Economy


Published on 2024-12-14 21:00:57 - Benzinga.com
  Print publication without navigation

  • TikTok will be banned in the United States on Jan. 19, 2025, after a federal appeals court rejected its bid to overturn the ban that President Biden signed in April. The law states that if TikTok's parent company, ByteDance, doesn't divest its ownership to non-Chinese companies, the app will be banned in the U.S.

The article from Benzinga discusses the implications of the recent legislation signed by President Joe Biden that could potentially ban TikTok in the U.S. unless its parent company, ByteDance, divests from the app. This law stems from national security concerns over data privacy and the potential for foreign influence. The ban could significantly impact the $15 billion small business economy in America, as TikTok has become a vital platform for marketing and sales for many small businesses. The platform's unique algorithm and large user base have allowed small businesses to reach customers in ways that traditional advertising cannot. If TikTok were to be banned or sold, small businesses would need to adapt quickly, potentially shifting to other social media platforms like Instagram Reels or YouTube Shorts, which might not offer the same level of engagement or reach. The article also mentions the uncertainty around the timeline and the final outcome of the legislation, leaving businesses in a state of limbo regarding their marketing strategies.

Read the Full Benzinga.com Article at:
[ https://www.benzinga.com/startups/24/12/42496518/tiktok-ban-signed-into-law-what-it-means-for-americas-15-billion-small-business-economy ]