Governing TikTok - A US Power Play 🎭
Check out our new analysis published in Tech Policy Press wrapping up the last year of US tech policy shenanigans leading up to the #TikTokdeal that closed last week.
Shout out to @alexturvy.bsky.social for leading this endeavor!
Check out our new analysis published in Tech Policy Press wrapping up the last year of US tech policy shenanigans leading up to the #TikTokdeal that closed last week.
Shout out to @alexturvy.bsky.social for leading this endeavor!
The TikTok saga reads less as a successful US power play than as an accommodation that revealed how difficult it has become for the state to decisively govern technologies that are already socially indispensable, despite not being American-made, write Alex Turvy and Rebecca Scharlach.
US Power Play Over TikTok Did Nothing to Protect Americans
A year of limbo and a turbulent transition this month resolved very little, write Alex Turvy and Rebecca Scharlach.
buff.ly
January 31, 2026 at 8:22 AM
Governing TikTok - A US Power Play 🎭
Check out our new analysis published in Tech Policy Press wrapping up the last year of US tech policy shenanigans leading up to the #TikTokdeal that closed last week.
Shout out to @alexturvy.bsky.social for leading this endeavor!
Check out our new analysis published in Tech Policy Press wrapping up the last year of US tech policy shenanigans leading up to the #TikTokdeal that closed last week.
Shout out to @alexturvy.bsky.social for leading this endeavor!
This is an interesting and, in my opinion, must read. Here’s the Kid’s theory. Both Republican and Democratic lawmakers really don’t care if China controls the algorithms or steals your data. They’re hedging their bets to see “whose side” the new owners will be on! 🤨
#TikTok #TikTokDeal
#TikTok #TikTokDeal
Now that the TikTok deal is done, we've lifted a few articles out of the paywall for today in an effort to see how we got here.
First, here's @laurenfeiner.bsky.social on the TikTok ban that kind of wasn't.
First, here's @laurenfeiner.bsky.social on the TikTok ban that kind of wasn't.
Even the lawmakers behind the TikTok ban have no idea what’s going on
TikTok was supposed to be banned from the US 10 months ago.
www.theverge.com
January 24, 2026 at 7:04 PM
This is an interesting and, in my opinion, must read. Here’s the Kid’s theory. Both Republican and Democratic lawmakers really don’t care if China controls the algorithms or steals your data. They’re hedging their bets to see “whose side” the new owners will be on! 🤨
#TikTok #TikTokDeal
#TikTok #TikTokDeal
January 24, 2026 at 4:08 AM
The deal avoids the threat of the popular app being banned in the U.S. over national security concerns.
U.S. Finalizes Deal With TikTok For Control Of App’s American Business
The deal avoids the threat of the popular app being banned in the U.S. over national security concerns.
www.forbes.com
January 24, 2026 at 4:08 AM
TikTok’s new U.S. deal keeps the app alive, but unresolved questions about security, algorithms, and political influence remain front and center.
#TikTokDeal #USTech #CreatorEconomy #PlatformPolicy #DigitalMedia
#TikTokDeal #USTech #CreatorEconomy #PlatformPolicy #DigitalMedia
TikTok U.S. Deal Secures Platform’s Future, but Leaves Key Questions Unanswered
TikTok has finalized a long-awaited agreement that will allow the popular video-sharing platform to continue operating in the United States,
journosnews.com
January 24, 2026 at 12:33 AM
TikTok’s new U.S. deal keeps the app alive, but unresolved questions about security, algorithms, and political influence remain front and center.
#TikTokDeal #USTech #CreatorEconomy #PlatformPolicy #DigitalMedia
#TikTokDeal #USTech #CreatorEconomy #PlatformPolicy #DigitalMedia
TikTok finalizes a deal with US investors ahead of the deadline, shifting majority ownership to US entities while Oracle hosts US data and supports moderation.
#mymobprice #TikTokDeal #TikTokUSA #TechNews #SocialMediaUpdates #Oracle
mymobprice.com/blog/article...
#mymobprice #TikTokDeal #TikTokUSA #TechNews #SocialMediaUpdates #Oracle
mymobprice.com/blog/article...
TikTok Finalizes US Investor Deal, ByteDance Holds 20%
TikTok seals a major US investor deal, reducing ByteDance to 20% ownership while Oracle helps protect US data and platform operations.
mymobprice.com
January 23, 2026 at 1:25 PM
TikTok finalizes a deal with US investors ahead of the deadline, shifting majority ownership to US entities while Oracle hosts US data and supports moderation.
#mymobprice #TikTokDeal #TikTokUSA #TechNews #SocialMediaUpdates #Oracle
mymobprice.com/blog/article...
#mymobprice #TikTokDeal #TikTokUSA #TechNews #SocialMediaUpdates #Oracle
mymobprice.com/blog/article...
#ByteDance just spun off a majority U.S.-owned version of #TikTok with #Oracle #SilverLake #MGX leading a clutch of investors.
@restofworld.org explains the saga of six years, two presidents, and one #Chineseapp
#TikTokDeal #TikTokOracle
restofworld.org/2026/tiktok-...
@restofworld.org explains the saga of six years, two presidents, and one #Chineseapp
#TikTokDeal #TikTokOracle
restofworld.org/2026/tiktok-...
Six years, two presidents, and one app: TikTok’s U.S. saga explained
ByteDance says a group of investors led by Oracle, Silver Lake, and MGX will set up a U.S.-focused TikTok to avoid a federal ban.
restofworld.org
January 23, 2026 at 3:50 AM
#ByteDance just spun off a majority U.S.-owned version of #TikTok with #Oracle #SilverLake #MGX leading a clutch of investors.
@restofworld.org explains the saga of six years, two presidents, and one #Chineseapp
#TikTokDeal #TikTokOracle
restofworld.org/2026/tiktok-...
@restofworld.org explains the saga of six years, two presidents, and one #Chineseapp
#TikTokDeal #TikTokOracle
restofworld.org/2026/tiktok-...
Overview: Hacker News discusses the TikTok deal, raising skepticism about continued Chinese influence, US corporate/political interests, and social media's broader societal impact. Many concerns persist despite the proposed changes. #TikTokDeal 1/6
December 20, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Overview: Hacker News discusses the TikTok deal, raising skepticism about continued Chinese influence, US corporate/political interests, and social media's broader societal impact. Many concerns persist despite the proposed changes. #TikTokDeal 1/6
ANOTHER DAY, ANOTHER BACKROOM DEAL. TRUMP AND LARRY ELLISON SCHEMING TO SELL TIKTOK WHILE WORKERS STRUGGLE IS PEAK OLIGARCHY. OUR CULTURE ISN'T A BARGAINING CHIP FOR BILLIONAIRES. #TikTokDeal #NoMoreCronyCapitalism
December 19, 2025 at 8:55 PM
ANOTHER DAY, ANOTHER BACKROOM DEAL. TRUMP AND LARRY ELLISON SCHEMING TO SELL TIKTOK WHILE WORKERS STRUGGLE IS PEAK OLIGARCHY. OUR CULTURE ISN'T A BARGAINING CHIP FOR BILLIONAIRES. #TikTokDeal #NoMoreCronyCapitalism
THE TIKTOK DEAL ISN'T JUST BUSINESS; IT'S A POWER GRAB OVER QUEER AND TRANS VOICES! WE DESERVE PLATFORMS THAT CELEBRATE US, NOT SELL US OUT. #TIKTOKDEAL
December 19, 2025 at 7:06 PM
THE TIKTOK DEAL ISN'T JUST BUSINESS; IT'S A POWER GRAB OVER QUEER AND TRANS VOICES! WE DESERVE PLATFORMS THAT CELEBRATE US, NOT SELL US OUT. #TIKTOKDEAL
The #TikTokDeal is nearly final – a new joint venture with #Oracle and MGX aims to stop the #TikTokBan.
CEO Shou Chew says the group will retrain the algorithm on US data and oversee moderation. #ByteDance retains a minority stake. #TechNews
Read more on PCMag 🔗 bit.ly/4p4Gl0q
CEO Shou Chew says the group will retrain the algorithm on US data and oversee moderation. #ByteDance retains a minority stake. #TechNews
Read more on PCMag 🔗 bit.ly/4p4Gl0q
December 19, 2025 at 6:56 PM
The #TikTokDeal is nearly final – a new joint venture with #Oracle and MGX aims to stop the #TikTokBan.
CEO Shou Chew says the group will retrain the algorithm on US data and oversee moderation. #ByteDance retains a minority stake. #TechNews
Read more on PCMag 🔗 bit.ly/4p4Gl0q
CEO Shou Chew says the group will retrain the algorithm on US data and oversee moderation. #ByteDance retains a minority stake. #TechNews
Read more on PCMag 🔗 bit.ly/4p4Gl0q
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#Caturday #NaughtyDog #TikTokDeal #YourPainHub
your creativity belongs on a platform that rewards it.
Join today → yourpainhub.com
#Caturday #NaughtyDog #TikTokDeal #YourPainHub
December 19, 2025 at 6:48 PM
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your creativity belongs on a platform that rewards it.
Join today → yourpainhub.com
#Caturday #NaughtyDog #TikTokDeal #YourPainHub
your creativity belongs on a platform that rewards it.
Join today → yourpainhub.com
#Caturday #NaughtyDog #TikTokDeal #YourPainHub
Your ideas deserve more than likes.
Write stories, share posts, start discussions —
and earn from your creativity.
Start here → yourpainhub.com
#TikTokDeal #NaughtyDog #Seahawks #Caturday #MittRomney
Write stories, share posts, start discussions —
and earn from your creativity.
Start here → yourpainhub.com
#TikTokDeal #NaughtyDog #Seahawks #Caturday #MittRomney
December 19, 2025 at 6:47 PM
Your ideas deserve more than likes.
Write stories, share posts, start discussions —
and earn from your creativity.
Start here → yourpainhub.com
#TikTokDeal #NaughtyDog #Seahawks #Caturday #MittRomney
Write stories, share posts, start discussions —
and earn from your creativity.
Start here → yourpainhub.com
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TIKTOK DEAL ISN'T JUST BUSINESS; IT'S A POWER GRAB OVER OUR SAFE SPACES. QUEER AND TRANS CREATORS BUILT COMMUNITIES ON TIKTOK AND DESERVE BETTER THAN BEING SOLD OFF. DON'T LET CORPORATE GREED SILENCE OUR VOICES. #TIKTOKDEAL
December 19, 2025 at 5:35 PM
TIKTOK DEAL ISN'T JUST BUSINESS; IT'S A POWER GRAB OVER OUR SAFE SPACES. QUEER AND TRANS CREATORS BUILT COMMUNITIES ON TIKTOK AND DESERVE BETTER THAN BEING SOLD OFF. DON'T LET CORPORATE GREED SILENCE OUR VOICES. #TIKTOKDEAL
🚨Yooo! Masicka said it for the real ones.📢Not #TikTokDeal
Tag 1 person who's a KING/QUEEN standing on their own.
Tag 2 people who need to hear this anthem today.😤
Drop the quote below ⬇️
#StreetPhilosophy #Masicka #DancehallCyaanStall
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December 19, 2025 at 10:30 AM
🚨Yooo! Masicka said it for the real ones.📢Not #TikTokDeal
Tag 1 person who's a KING/QUEEN standing on their own.
Tag 2 people who need to hear this anthem today.😤
Drop the quote below ⬇️
#StreetPhilosophy #Masicka #DancehallCyaanStall
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Tag 2 people who need to hear this anthem today.😤
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TikTok has signed binding agreements with Oracle-led investors to create a new U.S. venture, setting out ownership, data safeguards, and governance terms.
#TikTokDeal #USJointVenture #TechPolicy #DataSecurity #SocialMediaNews
#TikTokDeal #USJointVenture #TechPolicy #DataSecurity #SocialMediaNews
TikTok signs binding deal to form new U.S. unit with Oracle-led investor group
TikTok has signed binding agreements to create a new U.S.-based joint venture with a group of investors led by Oracle,
journosnews.com
December 19, 2025 at 2:27 AM
TikTok has signed binding agreements with Oracle-led investors to create a new U.S. venture, setting out ownership, data safeguards, and governance terms.
#TikTokDeal #USJointVenture #TechPolicy #DataSecurity #SocialMediaNews
#TikTokDeal #USJointVenture #TechPolicy #DataSecurity #SocialMediaNews
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One of the biggest Thursday Night Football games of the season.
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#Seahawks #Rams #NFL #ThursdayNightFootball #NFCWest #FootballNight #tiktokdeal
One of the biggest Thursday Night Football games of the season.
Watch info, kickoff time, player stats, predictions & weather — all in one
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#Seahawks #Rams #NFL #ThursdayNightFootball #NFCWest #FootballNight #tiktokdeal
Seahawks vs Rams Thursday Night Football: Game Time, Channel, Predictions, Stats & Where to Watch in the USA
Seahawks vs Rams Thursday Night Football preview with game time, TV channel, predictions, player stats, weather, and NFC West impact.
usatrendsz.blogspot.com
December 19, 2025 at 1:59 AM
Seattle Seahawks vs LA Rams ⚡
One of the biggest Thursday Night Football games of the season.
Watch info, kickoff time, player stats, predictions & weather — all in one
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#Seahawks #Rams #NFL #ThursdayNightFootball #NFCWest #FootballNight #tiktokdeal
One of the biggest Thursday Night Football games of the season.
Watch info, kickoff time, player stats, predictions & weather — all in one
🔗 usatrendsz.blogspot.com/2025/12/seah...
#Seahawks #Rams #NFL #ThursdayNightFootball #NFCWest #FootballNight #tiktokdeal
Great time to be on decentralized social #atproto #tiktokdeal
December 19, 2025 at 1:44 AM
Great time to be on decentralized social #atproto #tiktokdeal
Remember folks, Vine is coming back with NO GEN AI now! #TikTokDeal
December 18, 2025 at 11:40 PM
Remember folks, Vine is coming back with NO GEN AI now! #TikTokDeal
I want to point this out for people who only read the headline, here:
This is TikTok's *US operations* being sold, and these people will only own ~45% of said US operations, with ByteDance and affiliated companies retaining ~50%.
This is TikTok's *US operations* being sold, and these people will only own ~45% of said US operations, with ByteDance and affiliated companies retaining ~50%.
TikTok will now be owned by the Ellisons, Jared Kushner's firm, and Abu Dhabi's state investment fund.
December 18, 2025 at 11:36 PM
Article from the BBC stating “US TikTok investors in limbo as deal set to be delayed again”. #group7 #tiktokdeal #g7
December 15, 2025 at 4:16 AM
Article from the BBC stating “US TikTok investors in limbo as deal set to be delayed again”. #group7 #tiktokdeal #g7
'Investors in Limbo'. Will the TikTok Deal's Deadline Be Extended Again? #Technology #Business #Other #TikTokDeal #Investors #BusinessNews
'Investors in Limbo'. Will the TikTok Deal's Deadline Be Extended Again?
An anonymous reader shared this report from the BBC: A billionaire investor keen on buying TikTok's US operations has told the BBC he has been left in limbo as the latest deadline for the app's sale looms....
puretech.news
December 15, 2025 at 12:15 AM
'Investors in Limbo'. Will the TikTok Deal's Deadline Be Extended Again? #Technology #Business #Other #TikTokDeal #Investors #BusinessNews