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It has been revealed through President Trump's statements that is once again advancing negotiations to acquire .
In 2020, the Trump administration ordered to sell its U.S. operations, with leading the acquisition talks, although the negotiations were later halted. However, signs are emerging that the company is attempting to acquire it once again.
Impact of the U.S. Government and Security Issues
The U.S. government is demanding that , the parent company of , either sell its U.S. operations or face a potential ban on its use in the United States.
There are concerns that the data collected by could be handed over to the Chinese government, which complicates the acquisition negotiations due to these security issues.
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Other Acquisition Candidates and Future Developments
While other prominent candidates like Elon Musk are being mentioned, is currently seen as the most likely buyer. With approximately 170 million TikTok users in the U.S., the acquisition issue is likely to be resolved in the coming months.
Which company will ultimately acquire ?
