Trump’s billionaire backers will now ‘actually control’ Tiktok’s algorithm, JD Vance says
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President Donald Trump on Thursday afternoon signed an executive order clearing the way for a deal to put TikTok in U.S. hands, with some of his closest billionaire allies poised to take the reins. “This is going to be American-operated all the way,” Trump said during the signing, adding that the agreement had been green-lit by Chinese President Xi Jinping.
AI Summary
Main Idea: Trump signed an order to clear a U.S. deal for TikTok, while JD Vance said American investors would control the app’s algorithm and Larry Ellison is set to play a major role.
Key Points:
- The order moves TikTok toward U.S.-based ownership after months of pressure over national security and data control.
- Vance said the deal would let Americans control TikTok’s algorithm, which shapes what more than 170 million U.S. users see.
- Trump said Oracle and Larry Ellison would have a big role, and he also said Rupert Murdoch and Michael Dell would be involved.
- The deal raises concerns about political influence because Trump allies could help shape a platform that affects public debate.
Impact on the People
Negative Impact
Trump allies, including JD Vance and Larry Ellison, may shape TikTok’s algorithm, which could raise concerns about bias in what millions of US users see.
Positive Impact
A US-run TikTok deal could reduce foreign control and keep the app available for consumers and small businesses.
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Key official explaining the deal and asserting Americans will control TikTok’s algorithm.
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Central actor who signed the executive order and drove the TikTok deal announcement.
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Central foreign actor because Chinese approval is described as necessary for the deal.
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Oracle cofounder and billionaire ally described as playing a big role in managing TikTok.
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Named billionaire who would sit on the board and is part of the ownership discussion.
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Major company expected to play a big role in managing TikTok and storing its U.S. data.
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Chinese president whose approval is presented as necessary to the deal and part of the diplomatic angle.
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Named billionaire media owner reported to be an investor in the deal.
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