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TikTok's U.S. Deal: Security Concerns Amid User Stability

2/17/2026

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TikTok's U.S. joint venture with Oracle, Silver Lake, and MGX aims to address national security concerns while preserving the app.
Despite fears of user exodus, daily active users remain stable.
Critics say the deal does not resolve privacy issues, citing data collection including location tracking and biometric data.
Concerns about political influence and lack of transparency persist, with questions whether ownership protects American users.

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Story summary

TikTok's U.S. joint venture with Oracle, Silver Lake, and MGX aims to address national security concerns while preserving the app.
Despite fears of user exodus, daily active users remain stable.
Critics say the deal does not resolve privacy issues, citing data collection including location tracking and biometric data.
Concerns about political influence and lack of transparency persist, with questions whether ownership protects American users.