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International Business Times UK
International Business Times UK
Vinay Patel

ByteDance Signs TikTok US Deal As Forced Sale Fears Peak — Creators Face Upheaval

TikTok has formalised a deal with Oracle, Silver Lake, and MGX to launch a fresh American joint venture. This arrangement prevents a total ban following multiple delays by the Trump administration. (Credit: AFP News)

The clock is ticking for TikTok's future in America as ByteDance finalises a pivotal new agreement. With the threat of a mandatory sell-off reaching a breaking point, the platform's massive community of influencers is bracing for a total transformation. This move marks a critical turning point that could redefine how millions of people create and share content online.

To keep the popular video-sharing app running nationwide, TikTok has partnered with a trio of major backers—Oracle, Silver Lake, and MGX. Together, these firms will establish a new American joint venture to protect the platform's future in the United States.

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