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TikTok Buyer: Oracle, Blackstone, A16Z Linked to Trump Deal

July 1, 2025
TikTok Buyer: Oracle, Blackstone, A16Z Linked to Trump Deal

Potential Buyer Emerges for TikTok in the United States

President Donald Trump indicated on Sunday, during an interview, that a prospective purchaser for TikTok has been identified, following multiple postponements of the platform's sale deadline.

While the president stated he will withhold the names of the potential buyers for approximately two weeks, reports from Bloomberg suggest the group consists of investors from Oracle, Blackstone, and the venture capital firm Andreessen Horowitz (a16z).

Previous Bid and Geopolitical Factors

The report details that this investor group previously submitted a bid for TikTok. However, this initial attempt reportedly lost traction due to escalating tensions between the United States and China, largely influenced by President Trump’s proposed tariffs.

Oracle's Existing Involvement

Oracle has been actively collaborating with TikTok through its Project Texas initiative.

This project is specifically designed to ensure the secure storage of U.S. user data within the United States.

Key Details of the Potential Sale

  • The sale has been repeatedly delayed by the Trump administration.
  • The identity of the buyers remains officially undisclosed.
  • Project Texas is central to data security concerns.

The situation remains fluid, and further details regarding the potential sale are expected to be revealed in the coming weeks.

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