Trump delays enforcement of TikTok sale deadline
The app’s future in the US remains uncertain.
Donald Trump has said there is significant interest in purchasing TikTok, as his administration looks to broker a sale of the Chinese-owned app. The former president posted on Truth Social, stating that such a deal would benefit China and all involved parties.
The fate of TikTok remains uncertain following a US law that requires ByteDance, its Chinese parent company, to sell the app or face a nationwide ban. The law came into effect on 19 January, raising concerns over national security and data privacy.
After taking office, Trump signed an executive order delaying the enforcement of the law by 75 days, allowing more time for negotiations. The move has reignited debate over foreign ownership of technology platforms and their impact on US security.
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