Over half a million TikTok users turn to RedNote as US ban looms

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TikTok users in the United States are turning to a Chinese app, RedNote, as the deadline for a potential TikTok ban in the country approaches. This wave of migration made RedNote the most downloaded app on the US App Store on Monday. Popular among younger demographics in China and Taiwan, RedNote combines features of TikTok and Instagram, allowing users to exchange lifestyle tips.

The Supreme Court is expected to decide on the sale of TikTok’s US operations by 19 January; otherwise, the app risks being banned. Despite concerns over security and potential censorship on RedNote, many American users view the switch as a protest against the government or an opportunity to “stay ahead of the curve.”

RedNote has already attracted thousands of new users, who describe it as a platform offering insights into Chinese culture. However, the app also faces criticism, having been banned by officials in Taiwan over security concerns. Despite the risks, users are embracing it, forming new communities and connections.

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