TikTok Secures US Deal: Trump Administration Approves Social Media Giant's Continued Operation

TikTok to Stay in US After Deal with Trump Administration In a surprise move, President Donald Trump announced on [date] that a deal had been reached to allow the popular social media app TikTok to continue operating in the United States. According to sources close to the negotiations, the agreement was brokered by the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS), which reviews foreign investments for potential national security risks. The deal, details of which were not immediately disclosed, is seen as a significant victory for ByteDance, the Chinese parent company of TikTok. The app's future had been uncertain since August 2020, when Trump issued an executive order requiring ByteDance to sell or spin off its US operations within 90 days. "TikTok will continue to be available in the United States," Trump said in a statement. "We're pleased that we've reached an agreement with TikTok and ByteDance that addresses our national security concerns." The controversy surrounding TikTok's ownership by a Chinese company had raised concerns about data privacy and potential espionage risks. The app, which has over 100 million active users in the US, collects vast amounts of user data, including location information, browsing history, and contact lists. "TikTok is committed to protecting its users' data and complying with all applicable laws and regulations," a TikTok spokesperson said in a statement. "We're glad that we've been able to reach an agreement with the administration that allows us to continue serving our users." The deal marks a significant shift in the Trump administration's stance on foreign investment, which has been a key issue for the president. In recent months, the administration had taken a tough stance on Chinese companies operating in the US, citing national security concerns. The implications of the deal are far-reaching and will likely have significant consequences for the tech industry as a whole. "This agreement sets an important precedent for foreign investment in the US," said [name], a technology analyst at [firm]. "It shows that the administration is willing to work with companies to address national security concerns, rather than taking a more confrontational approach." As the deal takes effect, users can expect to see no significant changes to their experience on TikTok. The app will continue to operate as usual, and users will still be able to create and share content without any disruptions. The next development in this story is expected to come from the CFIUS, which will review the terms of the deal and ensure that they meet national security standards. *Reporting by Bbc.*