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U.S. TikTok Ban Sparks eBay Surge for Phones
1/25/2025
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Story summary
- TikTok was removed from U.S. app stores on January 18, 2024, due to national security concerns.
- Demand for preloaded devices surged on eBay, with listings for TikTok-equipped phones reaching exorbitant prices.
- GameStop is now purchasing phones with TikTok installed, generating humorous responses online.
- The ban affects 170 million U.S. users, despite a temporary reprieve from President Trump.
