TikTok Negotiations Intensify Amid US-China Geopolitical Tensions
TikTok has become the focal point of high-stakes diplomacy between Washington and Beijing, with 170 million US users caught in the crossfire. The September 17 deadline looms—either divest to American ownership or face prohibition. National security concerns clash with China's soft power ambitions, transforming the app into a geopolitical bargaining chip.
Oracle emerges as a leading contender for acquisition, though the ultimate decision rests with heads of state. President Trump's Friday call with Xi Jinping will likely determine TikTok's fate, revealing whether digital platforms can survive the escalating tech cold war.