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Apple is appealing a US import ban on its Apple Watch models with blood oxygen monitoring, arguing the ban was based on a patent dispute involving an undeveloped product, and has temporarily disabled this feature on recent models in the US while international versions retain full functionality. The case is ongoing, with a decision expected later this year.
President Trump has extended the deadline for ByteDance to sell TikTok's U.S. operations until September 17 to avoid a ban, amid ongoing concerns over national security and data privacy, with the company working with government officials to find a buyer.
President Trump has extended the deadline for ByteDance to sell TikTok to an American buyer by 90 days, aiming to ensure continued access for US users amid ongoing security concerns and negotiations, with no final sale agreement yet in place.
The Trump administration is considering executive orders that may ban Chinese drone companies like DJI from selling in the US, citing national security concerns, while also promoting the growth of the domestic drone industry and updating regulations on drone operations.
A federal appeals court has denied TikTok's request to delay enforcement of a U.S. law requiring its sale or face a ban, pending Supreme Court review. The law, signed by President Biden, cites national security concerns over ByteDance's potential data sharing with China. TikTok plans to appeal to the Supreme Court, but it's uncertain if the case will be heard. The app could shut down by January 19 if the law is not overturned, affecting over 170 million U.S. users.
A US appeals court has denied TikTok's request to pause a ban set for January 19, which requires its parent company, ByteDance, to divest the app. TikTok sought the delay while appealing the decision and awaiting input from the incoming Trump administration.
TikTok and its parent company ByteDance have requested an emergency injunction to delay a U.S. ban on the platform, which is set to take effect on January 19. The company plans to appeal to the Supreme Court, arguing that the ban violates free speech rights and that the government has not demonstrated an imminent national security threat. TikTok claims the ban would cause significant harm to its business and users, and that delaying it poses no immediate risk to U.S. security.
The potential U.S. ban on TikTok may be influenced by Donald Trump's relationship with billionaire Jeff Yass, who has significant investments in TikTok's parent company, ByteDance. Despite a federal appeals court upholding the ban, Trump's changing stance and Yass's financial backing could impact the app's future. TikTok is appealing the decision, citing economic losses for users and businesses. The issue may reach the Supreme Court, where Trump's influence could play a role, though he cannot directly reverse the ban.
In a recent interview, President-elect Donald Trump gave an unclear response regarding the future of TikTok in the US, suggesting that ByteDance, TikTok's parent company, should sell the app to avoid a ban. This comes after ByteDance's legal challenges against the ban were unsuccessful, and they now face a deadline to sell TikTok by January 19th. Trump, who previously supported a ban, hinted that a sale to an American company could prevent monopolistic growth in the tech industry.
TikTok has requested an emergency injunction to prevent a US ban set for January 2025, following a court decision upholding a law requiring its sale or ban due to alleged Chinese state links. TikTok and ByteDance argue the ban would cause irreparable harm and seek more time for Supreme Court review, especially with Donald Trump's upcoming presidency, as he has indicated he might overturn the law. The DOJ opposes the injunction, citing national security concerns and previous court rejections of TikTok's claims.
A US federal appeals court has upheld a law requiring TikTok, owned by China's ByteDance, to sell its US assets to a non-Chinese company or face a ban by January 19, 2025. The decision is part of ongoing concerns over national security, with the US government fearing Chinese access to American data and potential propaganda. TikTok plans to appeal to the Supreme Court, arguing the ban infringes on free speech rights. The case highlights tensions between privacy, security, and digital rights.
A federal Appeals Court has upheld a law that could ban TikTok in the U.S. unless it sells to an American owner by January 2025. The court's decision allows TikTok to appeal to the Supreme Court, and the company plans to seek an injunction. The ruling raises concerns about First Amendment rights and the platform's role in American communication and business. President-elect Donald Trump may extend the deadline if progress is made on the divestiture order.
Kaspersky is shutting down its U.S. operations following a Commerce Department ban on its software, citing national security risks due to the company's Russian connections. The decision impacts fewer than 50 employees and ends nearly 20 years of Kaspersky's presence in the U.S. The company disputes the security threat claims, arguing the ban is based on geopolitical concerns rather than verified risks.
Russian antivirus firm Kaspersky Labs is exiting the US market following a ban by the Biden administration, citing national security risks due to Moscow's influence over the company. The firm will wind down its US operations starting July 20, 2024, and has already stopped selling its products in the country. The ban restricts sales, updates, and licensing of Kaspersky software, with violators facing fines. Kaspersky denies the allegations and plans to explore legal options to contest the ban.
Russian security vendor Kaspersky is exiting the U.S. market following a Commerce Department ban on its software due to national security concerns. The company will wind down its U.S. operations by July 20, 2024, and lay off fewer than 50 employees. The ban follows an investigation suggesting Kaspersky's software could be manipulated for espionage and cyber threats. Kaspersky denies the allegations, attributing the decision to geopolitical tensions rather than a thorough evaluation of its products. Existing U.S. customers are advised to switch to alternative solutions by September 29.