Amazon Offers to Acquire TikTok in US

Amazon has submitted a formal offer to acquire TikTok’s US operations, according to a report by The New York Times.

The tech giant reportedly proposed a deal to American authorities on Wednesday, aiming to take full ownership of the social media platform’s assets in the country.

Sources indicate that Amazon sent an official proposal to Vice President J.D. Vance and Commerce Secretary Howard Latnick, outlining its interest in acquiring TikTok.

The move comes as the US government, under President Donald Trump, continues to evaluate the future of the Chinese-owned app amid national security concerns.

Reports suggest that the Trump administration held a high-level meeting on Wednesday to finalize a decision regarding TikTok’s forced sale to a US-based investor.

The president had previously set a deadline of April 5 for ByteDance, the Chinese parent company of TikTok, to divest its American operations or face a potential ban in the United States.

Despite concerns over data security and foreign influence, Trump has expressed a preference for a sale over an outright ban.

The administration has been pushing for a deal that would place TikTok under American ownership, ensuring compliance with US regulations and addressing national security risks.

Amazon’s bid adds another major player to the ongoing negotiations, intensifying competition among tech giants looking to capitalize on TikTok’s massive user base.

The outcome of these discussions will determine the platform’s future in the USand could set a precedent for government intervention in foreign-owned digital platforms.