In a significant development, the Supreme Court has upheld the law banning TikTok in the United States, effective January 19. However, in a surprise move, President-elect Donald Trump has hinted that he may reconsider the decision in the future, following a phone call with China's President Xi Jinping.

Trump took to his social media platform, Truth Social, to share details of his conversation with Xi, describing it as a "very good" call. The two leaders discussed a range of topics, including balancing trade, fentanyl, TikTok, and other subjects. Trump expressed optimism about solving many problems together, starting immediately. Notably, he mentioned that he would make a decision on TikTok in the "not too distant" future, but did not provide further details.

The Supreme Court's ruling comes after Trump had earlier signaled that he was no longer in favor of the ban. In a previous post on Truth Social, he urged the Supreme Court to block the law requiring the app to be shut down or sold by January 19. Despite this, the court has upheld the ban, which means TikTok will be shut down in the US unless it is sold.

The implications of the ban are still unclear, with reports suggesting that TikTok may continue to operate on users' devices where it's already installed. However, the Biden administration is said to be exploring ways to keep TikTok available in the US, even if the ban is upheld. The situation remains fluid, and it's uncertain whether TikTok will effectively go dark on January 19.

Trump's decision to revisit the TikTok ban could have significant implications for the app's future in the US. With over 100 million active users in the country, the ban could have far-reaching consequences for the social media landscape. The move could also be seen as a gesture of goodwill towards China, as the two nations navigate complex trade and diplomatic relationships.

As the situation continues to unfold, one thing is clear: the future of TikTok in the US hangs in the balance. With Trump's hint at a potential reversal, the app's fate remains uncertain. Will TikTok find a way to stay operational in the US, or will it be forced to shut down? Only time will tell.