UPDATE (1/19/25): TikTok is back online in the U.S. after a brief shutdown. A statement released on X/Twitter attributed the restoration to agreements with service providers and thanked President Trump for assurances against penalties. TikTok emphasized its commitment to the First Amendment and its dedication to serving over 170 million American users and 7 million small businesses. They expressed their intention to collaborate with President Trump on a long-term solution to maintain their U.S. operations.
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