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Oracle to Secure TikTok's U.S. User Data in Deal

9/30/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Oracle will act as TikTok's security provider, monitoring U.S. user data under a government-backed deal.
The agreement aims to transfer TikTok's U.S. operations to a consortium of American investors, addressing national security concerns.
Trump signed an executive order facilitating the transfer, naming investors such as Larry Ellison and Rupert Murdoch, with scrutiny over transparency and investor selection.

History

Historical Context

In 2020, President Trump signed Executive Order 13942, prohibiting transactions between U.S. entities and TikTok's parent company, ByteDance, citing national security concerns. This led to a partnership with Oracle to manage U.S. user data. The ongoing scrutiny reflects broader tensions between the U.S. and China over technology and data security, culminating in the 2022 No TikTok on Government Devices Act.

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Story summary

Oracle will act as TikTok's security provider, monitoring U.S. user data under a government-backed deal.
The agreement aims to transfer TikTok's U.S. operations to a consortium of American investors, addressing national security concerns.
Trump signed an executive order facilitating the transfer, naming investors such as Larry Ellison and Rupert Murdoch, with scrutiny over transparency and investor selection.

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