Marvel Snap's US Shutdown: A ByteDance Fallout?
The recent US ban on Marvel Snap isn't an isolated incident. It's part of a wider move affecting other popular apps, including Mobile Legends: Bang Bang and CapCut – all owned by ByteDance, the parent company of TikTok. The connection? The intense scrutiny ByteDance faces from US lawmakers regarding national security and data privacy concerns.
To preempt a more extensive crackdown, ByteDance appears to have proactively removed these apps from the US market. While there's speculation of a potential, albeit temporary, TikTok return, the fate of Marvel Snap and other ByteDance-owned apps remains uncertain.
The US represents a significant portion of these companies' player base and revenue. A prolonged ban would have severe financial consequences. Whether Marvel Snap will be reinstated remains to be seen. For now, we wait for further developments. Players outside the US can continue enjoying the game via the Google Play Store.
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