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Wednesday, August 6, 2025
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Topic: ByteDance

ByteDance seeks extension as US TikTok sale deadline looms

The Beijing-based company has asked the US government to extend a Thursday deadline for ByteDance to divest its TikTok business in the country.

TikTok’s owner sells its first consumer gadget. And it’s a lamp

ByteDance’s foray into education, under the brand name Dali, starts with a smart lamp that has a touch screen, camera and built-in voice assistant to help children with homework.

ByteDance works to resolve data security concerns over TikTok deal as process drags on

ByteDance is in discussions on a final proposal with the Committee on Foreign Investment in the U.S., or Cfius, the regulatory body that must clear any agreement.

After curbs in India and US, TikTok runs into trouble with Australian MPs

Australia had in August ruled TikTok didn't pose serious national security concerns and opted against a ban, but a panel of lawmakers are examining possible political interference.

TikTok pushes back on Trump in court while angling for deal

In its court filing, ByteDance said it has made extraordinary efforts to satisfy the government’s ever-shifting demands and a ban would cause plaintiffs irreparable harm.

ByteDance retains full control of TikTok Global, contests Trump’s $5 billion fee

The world’s most valuable startup plays down speculation it’s giving up control of valuable Chinese technology and assets after striking a deal with Oracle and Walmart.

In TikTok sale, Microsoft is no loser and oracle no winner

Despite Oracle Chairman Larry Ellison’s backing for Trump, there’s no guarantee the separation of TikTok from ByteDance will be clean enough to pass White House muster. 

Why Trump’s TikTok ban leaves Apple and Google stuck in the middle

Trump administration can order American companies like Google & Apple to stop carrying the app, but can't stop American teens from finding workarounds to access the website.

After blows in India, US, UK, TikTok owner to spend billions to expand from Singapore

Singapore is becoming a regional base for both Western and Chinese companies because of its developed financial and legal system.

Trump won’t extend deadline for TikTok to arrange US sale

The parties are still racing to present a preliminary deal to the White House before this month’s deadline, though no agreement could be finalized before Beijing’s sign-off.

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