TikTok, Trump and Oracle

Oracle and Microsoft reportedly bidding to take over TikTok
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Donald Trump Explains Why He Wants A 'Bidding War' For TikTok
President Donald Trump on Monday said he would welcome a “bidding war” for TikTok as he appeared to confirm that Microsoft is among the companies that have declared interest in acquiring the popular social media platform. Trump told reporters aboard Air Force One he has an affinity for bidding wars.
Will Oracle, Microsoft Save TikTok Under Donald Trump Plan? What We Know
Last week, President Donald Trump paused TikTok's nationwide ban in the U.S., after the Supreme Court ordered it be shut down due to national security concerns over its ties to the Chinese government. This could potentially enable Beijing to access user data and influence American users.
Will Oracle take over TikTok? Trump says he'll make a decision in 30 days
The Trump administration is denying it, but Trump previously said he'd like to see the software company take it over.
Who Will Own TikTok? Talks On with Oracle, Microsoft, Other Investors
TikTok acquisition deal, if takes place, will allow China’s ByteDance to retain a minority stake in the video sharing platform
Trump says Microsoft eyeing TikTok bid to keep app in US
Microsoft Corp. is in talks to acquire the US arm of ByteDance Ltd.’s TikTok, President Donald Trump said Monday night, without elaborating.
Oracle and Microsoft Reportedly in Discussions to Acquire TikTok’s US Operations
The proposed TikTok deal suggests ByteDance would retain a minority interest while Oracle would manage the apps algorithm, data collection, and software updates.
Trump says Microsoft is in talks to acquire TikTok, wants to see a bidding war
It was late Monday that President Trump informed reporters that Microsoft has been in negotiations with ByteDance regarding a potential TikTok acquisition, according to Reuters. Despite the President’s claims, Microsoft and ByteDance have declined to comment on the matter.
Oracle and Microsoft are reportedly in talks to take over TikTok
Others who have reportedly considered buying TikTok include Elon Musk, real estate billionaire Frank McCourt, and Shark Tank host Kevin O’Leary. Trump recently said he would like Larry Ellison, who co-founded Oracle, to buy the platform.
Trump denies talks with Oracle about a TikTok deal but says a decision will likely be made within 30 days
Trump reportedly told reporters during an Air Force One flight that he has been in talks with "numerous people" about a potential deal to "save TikTok."
Trump Says He’s Spoken To ‘Many People’ About TikTok Sale—But Not Oracle
Numerous potential buyers, including PerplexityAI and the internet advocacy group, Project Liberty, have publicly stated their interest in the app.
Trump says Microsoft is in contention to buy TikTok
Microsoft, which declined to comment on the president’s remarks, had discussed buying TikTok in 2020, when Trump tried to ...
Microsoft + TikTok, 2025 edition: Trump comment stirs new speculation about possible deal
Speaking with reporters Monday night, President Trump said "yes" when asked if Microsoft is among the companies in ...
Trump says Microsoft is in talks to acquire TikTok
President Donald Trump told reporters that Microsoft is in talks to acquire TikTok’s U.S. operations, Bloomberg reports. Although Trump didn’t elaborate, he stated that “there’s great interest in ...
Oracle and Microsoft are negotiating a TikTok takeover, ByteDance could retain a minority stake
The plan to save TikTok involves software company Oracle and a group of outside investors effectively taking control of the ...