The United States Senate has passed a bill that could lead to a ban on the popular social media platform TikTok in America. The bill requires TikTok’s Chinese owner, ByteDance, to sell the platform within nine months or face a complete ban. This has raised concerns about the potential prohibition of TikTok in the United Kingdom as well. Some officials in the US have expressed concerns that TikTok’s Chinese ownership poses national security risks, as it could potentially provide user data to Chinese authorities. However, TikTok has maintained that it is not a Chinese company and has denied these claims. The bill has faced criticism from TikTok’s content creators, who rely on the platform for their income. It is likely to face legal challenges based on the First Amendment’s protection of free speech rights. In the wake of the bill’s passage, questions have been raised about potential buyers for TikTok if ByteDance is forced to sell. Tech giants such as Microsoft, Meta, Apple, Oracle, and Rumble have been mentioned as possible contenders. The bill has also sparked discussions about the potential harm caused by excessive TikTok usage, with research suggesting that prolonged use can lead to mental health risks and impaired sleep. The US Senate’s decision has prompted the question of whether TikTok should also be banned in the UK, with a poll conducted by The Mirror seeking public opinion on the matter.