December 19, 2025, 10:06 AM EST. After multiple extensions, the US TikTok ban appears to be nearing its end, with a planned US joint venture to keep the app operating in the United States. ByteDance reportedly indicated the deal would close next month, with US-based investors taking partial ownership and handling data protection. The move follows a year of pressure that briefly shut TikTok in the US over a security law targeting data access. The scenario echoes DJI's looming risk under a separate but related security audit requirement, as lawmakers debate who conducts the review. DJI has urged a clear extension and a dedicated agency to carry out the audit; without timely action, the FCC could block new products or revoke approvals, affecting drones, cameras, and accessories.