In a significant move, Apple has removed TikTok and several other ByteDance applications from its U.S. App Store, effective January 19, 2025. This action follows a Supreme Court decision upholding a law that bans apps developed by foreign adversaries. The blocked apps include TikTok, CapCut, and Lemon8, among others. Apple stated it is complying with the Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act. Users in the U.S. will no longer have access to updates or in-app purchases for these apps. This marks a rare public disclosure from Apple regarding app removals.