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Trump signs executive order to facilitate TikTok deal

TechCrunch 26 Sep 2025 · 12:30 AM
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President Trump has signed an executive order approving the sale of TikTok's U.S. operations to American investors, valuing the deal at approximately $14 billion.
Trump signs executive order to facilitate TikTok deal
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On September 25, 2025, President Donald Trump signed an executive order that approves the sale of TikTok's U.S. operations to an American investor group, with a valuation of approximately $14 billion. This decision comes in response to a national security law mandating TikTok's divestiture or facing a ban in the U.S. The executive order suspends enforcement of this law for 120 days to allow the divestiture process to unfold. Oracle is set to manage TikTok's security operations, ensuring that the app's recommendation algorithm and content moderation systems are under American control. Trump stated that this deal would enhance user confidence regarding data security and reduce the risk of the app being used for propaganda. The executive order also establishes a new board of directors for TikTok U.S. and includes investors like Oracle and Silver Lake, although the complete list of owners remains undisclosed.
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