ToplineThe Trump administration on Friday said it will ban Chinese-owned apps TikTok and WeChat from the App Store on Sunday, but you’ll still be able to use TikTok until November 12 if you already have it downloaded on your phone. Crucial Quote“As to TikTok, the only real change as of Sunday night will be that you won’t have access to improved apps, upgraded apps or maintenance. But the basic TikTok will stay intact until November 12,” Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross said in an interview on Fox Business. But it’s unclear if Internet service providers could also block VPN traffic to TikTok and WeChat. What’s NextA U.S. judge may temporarily halt the WeChat ban as part of an ongoing lawsuit against the order, according to Bloomberg.

Source: Forbes September 18, 2020 17:59 UTC