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TikTok's Turbulent Journey in the U.S. and the Fascinating Interaction on Social Platforms

Recently, TikTok's fate in the United States has been full of twists and turns, attracting global attention and sparking widespread discussion.

On the evening of January 18, local time, TikTok’s official website displayed "Currently unavailable," and notified U.S. users that, due to the U.S. government’s ban taking effect on January 19, TikTok services would be suspended. This news shattered the hearts of TikTok’s 170 million U.S. users, leading a large number of American netizens to flock to Xiaohongshu (Little Red Book). The topic of "tiktok refugee" surged to 1.18 billion views, with discussions reaching 20.17 million. On Xiaohongshu, U.S. users expressed their disappointment, anger, and dissatisfaction with the Biden administration while engaging in fascinating interactions with Chinese netizens. They shared their lives, learned Chinese, and explored Chinese culture, while Chinese users responded enthusiastically. The pages were filled with both Chinese and English, breaking cultural barriers and creating a sense of resonance and warmth in this multicultural exchange.

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However, the plot took a turn on January 19. On the morning of that day, TikTok’s website and app were restored to normal. TikTok issued a statement on social media, saying that they had reached an agreement with internet service providers and were restoring services. They also thanked President-elect Trump for making necessary clarifications and guarantees to service providers, ensuring they would not be penalized for assisting in the operation of TikTok. Earlier that morning, Trump posted on social media, urging companies not to shut down TikTok and announced that an executive order would be released on January 20 to delay the legal deadline for TikTok's “ban if not sold” condition.

This incident not only highlights the immense influence of social media on a global scale but also underscores the complexity of international relations and cultural exchanges. During the period when the ban was supposed to take effect, American users flooded into Chinese platforms like Xiaohongshu, fostering communication and integration between different cultures, giving both sides the opportunity to learn about each other’s lives and cultures. The restoration of TikTok’s services also brought relief to U.S. users, and for creators and businesses that rely on the platform for content creation and marketing, this was undoubtedly good news. However, TikTok still faces many uncertainties in the U.S., with ongoing concerns about national security and data privacy likely to continue triggering discussions.

This event brings to mind the Chinese saying, "Don’t put all your eggs in one basket," offering us profound insight. The risk of TikTok facing a ban in the U.S. highlights the vulnerability of relying solely on one market. It serves as a reminder to many businesses and creators not to depend on just one platform or region but to actively diversify their business areas and market channels, spreading risks to avoid passive situations in the event of unforeseen circumstances, ensuring stable development and continuous prosperity. At the same time, users should avoid excessive dependence on a single social platform, paying attention to and engaging in various social platforms to gain richer information and experiences.

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