Trump Weighs In on TikTok’s Future as Bidding War Heats Up

As the debate over TikTok's future intensifies, President Trump recently commented on the growing list of potential buyers for the popular app. With a bidding war heating up, Trump expressed his approval, saying, “That’s a good thing.” Among the leading contenders are tech giants Microsoft, Oracle founder Larry Ellison, and even Elon Musk. While Microsoft has remained tight-lipped about the negotiations, CEO Satya Nadella emerged as a serious candidate in 2020 when Trump first pushed to ban TikTok.

The U.S. government’s concerns about national security—especially the app’s Chinese ownership and potential data theft—remain at the forefront. TikTok denies these claims, but the app's ties to China have led to scrutiny. Last week, Trump signed an executive order pausing the ban for 75 days to explore a possible sale or investment in the app. The sale may occur within the next 30 days.

Meanwhile, another Chinese-owned app, DeepSeek, is also drawing attention for its use of AI and data collection practices, prompting the White House to investigate its national security implications. As the drama surrounding TikTok continues to unfold, the tech world is closely watching these developments.