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TikTok Deadline Extended Amid Ongoing Deal Talks

President Trump has issued a 75-day extension to the looming TikTok ban, buying more time for a potential acquisition deal between ByteDance and a U.S.-backed group of investors. The ban, originally mandated under a law signed by President Biden, would force ByteDance to divest its U.S. operations. Trump’s executive order keeps the app live after a brief removal from app stores, and signals his administration’s intent to finalize a “deal to save TikTok.” Leading bidders reportedly include Oracle, Andreessen Horowitz, Blackstone, and others, though ByteDance has not agreed to a sale and the Chinese government must approve any transaction.

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Implications for Startups Navigating Cross-Border Tech Policy

Startups with global user bases or foreign ownership structures should view the TikTok saga as a cautionary tale. Governments are increasingly willing to use executive orders and trade laws to intervene in the operations of foreign-owned tech platforms on national security grounds. For startups, especially those with Chinese investment, this highlights the need to build flexibility into their governance, ownership, and data handling structures. Even companies not directly affected today could be swept up in future regulatory waves — especially if their business models involve data collection, social influence, or media distribution.

Market Volatility, but Also Opportunity for U.S. Tech Entrants

While the uncertainty around TikTok’s future creates volatility, it also presents an opening for U.S. startups and investors. Domestic alternatives to TikTok, or platforms that support creators and influencers, may see a user or talent bump if TikTok’s operations are disrupted again. Meanwhile, venture firms positioning themselves as “safe harbors” for strategic acquisitions will find their role increasingly valuable in an era of geopolitical tech tension. For startups, the lesson is to plan early for policy risk and maintain strong compliance documentation — especially when raising from foreign capital or handling user data at scale.

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