Montana, The Treasure State, has become the first in the United States to implement a complete ban on TikTok for all individuals 📱

Republican Governor Greg Gianforte has signed a bill that had received approval earlier this year, and it will officially go into effect at the start of 2024.

Governor Gianforte stated, “Today, Montana takes the most decisive action of any state to safeguard Montanans’ private data and sensitive personal information from being exploited by the Chinese Communist Party.”

According to the new legislation, TikTok will no longer be permitted to operate within the state, and app stores will be prohibited from allowing smartphone users to download the platform. Violators of this law could face fines of up to $10,000 per day.

However, there is some ambiguity regarding the scope of the ban. It remains unclear whether only new users will be prohibited from accessing the app or if the ban will extend to all individuals.

This move by Montana aims to prioritize the protection of its residents’ data and ensure their privacy in an increasingly digital world. The state has taken a strong stand in safeguarding its citizens’ personal information from potential exploitation.