Trump Names Murdoch, Dell as Potential Investors in TikTok Deal
President Donald Trump revealed that prominent billionaires such as Rupert Murdoch and Michael Dell could potentially participate in a TikTok deal where the US takes control of the popular social media platform.
President Donald Trump revealed that prominent billionaires including media mogul Rupert Murdoch and tech founder Michael Dell could be part of a deal where the U.S. takes control of TikTok, potentially acquiring the social video platform. The potential participants include other notable business leaders such as Oracle's Larry Ellison and Walmart's Robson Walton, according to sources familiar with the matter. Trump expressed interest in a possible deal that would involve the sale of TikTok's technology and assets to American companies. The move is seen as an attempt to address national security concerns over the app's ties to China.