TikTok owner, ByteDance, has signed agreements with Oracle and Walmart to resolve the tensions with the United States government and avoid a potential ban of the popular social media app in the country. The deal comes after weeks of negotiations and threats from the Trump administration to shut down the app due to national security concerns.
Under the proposed agreement, Oracle and Walmart will together take a 20% stake in a new entity called TikTok Global, which will be based in the United States. Oracle will also become TikTok’s secure cloud provider. The deal still needs approval from the U.S. and Chinese governments to move forward.
President Trump has expressed support for the deal, stating that it will provide security and benefits for both TikTok users and the United States. He had previously demanded that the app be sold to a U.S.-based company or face a ban due to fears that the Chinese government could access user data.
ByteDance, TikTok’s parent company, maintains that it has always been committed to protecting the privacy and security of its users’ data. The partnership with Oracle and Walmart aims to address U.S. concerns while allowing the popular app to continue operating in the country.
The resolution of this issue highlights the complex interplay between national security, data privacy, and international business interests in the digital age.
Sources Analysis:
Oracle – The company has a vested interest in expanding its cloud services and potentially gaining access to valuable user data through its partnership with TikTok.
Walmart – Walmart also stands to benefit from the partnership by tapping into TikTok’s e-commerce potential and reaching a younger demographic.
Trump administration – President Trump has been vocal about his concerns regarding TikTok’s alleged threat to national security, which could influence his support for the deal.
Fact Check:
The signing of agreements between ByteDance, Oracle, and Walmart – Verified facts. This information has been publicly confirmed by all parties involved.
The need for approval from the U.S. and Chinese governments – Verified facts. This information is based on official statements and standard regulatory procedures in international business deals.
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