Amazon Wants to Buy TikTok: A Last-Minute Twist in the Ongoing Drama

The fate of TikTok in the United States is once again hanging in the balance. With the April 5 deadline approaching, former President Trump's 'sell or be banned' mandate is set to expire. If TikTok’s U.S. operations are not sold by then, it faces another ban—just like the brief one in January when President Biden transferred authority back to Trump.

Amazon Joins the Bidding War

In a surprising turn of events, Amazon has emerged as a last-minute contender to acquire TikTok’s U.S. operations. Reports indicate that Jeff Bezos’ e-commerce giant has submitted an offer, though Trump Administration officials are reportedly not giving it serious consideration at this stage.

Amazon has allegedly engaged with Vice President JD Vance and Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick regarding the potential deal. While Amazon has declined to comment, the implications of such a takeover could be massive, reshaping both the social media and e-commerce landscapes.

Other Bidders in the Mix

Amazon is not the only player eyeing TikTok. A diverse range of bidders has emerged, including:

• MrBeast (Jimmy Donaldson) – The popular YouTuber and entrepreneur has expressed interest as part of a group looking to acquire TikTok.

• Alexis Ohanian – The Reddit co-founder has also been linked to a separate bid.

• Perplexity AI – The AI-powered search engine is considering integrating TikTok into its platform, offering a unique angle.

• Oracle – A long-time contender in the TikTok acquisition race, Oracle has maintained interest in securing TikTok’s data infrastructure.

With such a varied set of potential buyers, the future of TikTok’s ownership remains unclear.

Will the Deadline Be Extended Again?

Adding to the uncertainty, President Trump has hinted that the deadline for a deal could be extended once more if necessary. This means that even if no sale is finalized by April 5, TikTok may still have time to negotiate a deal and avoid another ban.

What’s Next for TikTok?

As the deadline looms, TikTok users, content creators, and business partners are left in limbo. If Amazon—or any of the other bidders—succeeds in acquiring TikTok, the platform’s future could take an entirely new direction. However, if a deal fails to materialize, the U.S. government may proceed with another attempt to ban the app, forcing millions of American users to seek alternatives.

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