Why was TikTok temporarily removed from U.S. app stores and what's the current status?

TikTok has been reinstated on both Apple and Google app stores in the United States after a period of uncertainty. The Chinese-owned app was temporarily removed on January 18th when TikTok's leadership halted its service in the U.S. in response to national security concerns. This reinstatement marks a significant turning point in the ongoing debate about the app's future in the United States, particularly regarding concerns about its Chinese ownership through ByteDance and the potential implications for user data security. The return of TikTok to U.S. app stores represents a pivotal moment in the intersection of technology policy and national security considerations.