
Montana has become the first state to ban TikTok, setting up a possible legal battle that could affect the fate of the popular social media app in the U.S.
The ban, slated to take effect on Jan. 1, is considered the most drastic measure any state has taken against TikTok. Many cybersecurity experts have questioned whether Montana can effectively implement something so new and complex.
Gov. Greg Gianforte signed the bill, Senate Bill 419 on Wednesday, saying it is intended to safeguard the data of Montana residents from the Chinese government, echoing theoretical fears that officials in the White House have with the hit video app.