TikTok Ban Extension: Trump Grants 75-Day Reprieve as High-Profile Buyers Circle
Former President Trump extends TikTok's deadline by 75 days to secure American ownership, as prominent figures like Amazon and MrBeast express acquisition interest. The extension raises questions about national security while ByteDance continues discussions with the U.S. government for a potential solution.
TikTok Ban Support Wanes as Americans Reconsider Security Concerns
Recent Pew Research reveals declining support for a TikTok ban in the US, with only 34% now favoring restrictions compared to 50% in 2023. The platform faces a critical April deadline as ByteDance explores potential sale options amid ongoing security debates.
TikTok Makes Triumphant Return to US App Stores After 26-Day Ban
TikTok has reemerged on US app marketplaces following a temporary ban under foreign app control legislation. The comeback was enabled by a Justice Department letter and presidential order, though the app's long-term fate remains uncertain pending ownership negotiations.
Zuckerberg Admits Meta Missed Early TikTok Threat Due to Social Media Misread
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg revealed the company initially misclassified TikTok as a YouTube competitor rather than a social platform, leading to a delayed response. The admission came during a leaked company meeting where he discussed Meta's AI strategy and emphasized the importance of broader social interaction understanding.
Meta Offers Six-Figure Deals to Lure Content Creators from TikTok to Instagram
Meta launches an aggressive campaign offering content creators up to $50,000 monthly to promote Instagram on rival platforms like TikTok and Snapchat. The strategic move comes as TikTok faces regulatory uncertainty in the US, presenting Meta with an opportunity to boost Instagram's market position.
Meta's User Base Rebounds Despite Policy Changes as TikTok Faces Uncertainty
Meta experiences initial user exodus following controversial policy shifts but sees quick recovery partly due to TikTok's uncertain future in the US. Analytics show Facebook's brief decline reversed as users seek alternative platforms, with Instagram's Reels becoming a prime destination for content creators.
Oracle and Microsoft Eye Global TikTok Acquisition Amid National Security Concerns
Software giants Oracle and Microsoft are in talks to acquire TikTok's global operations while allowing ByteDance to retain a minority stake. The White House-brokered deal aims to address national security concerns through American majority ownership and Oracle's oversight of TikTok's core operations.
Bluesky Takes on TikTok with New Vertical Video Feed Launch
Bluesky introduces a customizable vertical video feed feature as TikTok faces uncertainty in the US market. The decentralized platform's strategic move comes amid significant user growth, reaching 28 million users while fostering development of alternative video platforms.
Perplexity AI Makes Bold Merger Bid for TikTok Amid US Ban Threat
AI search startup Perplexity AI proposes a surprising merger with TikTok's US operations as the platform faces a potential ban. The deal would allow ByteDance investors to retain stakes while combining Perplexity's AI capabilities with TikTok's vast video content.
TikTok CEO Courts Trump's Favor as US Ban Deadline Looms
TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew makes a direct appeal to President-elect Trump just days before a potential nationwide ban. With over 60 billion views on Trump's content, Chew praises his understanding of the platform while seeking solutions to prevent the app's shutdown.