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Did TikTok Sell to Meta? The Truth About TikTok's Ownership

HardReset.InfoMay 30, 20251 min43 views
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TikTok's Ownership Status

  • ❌ TikTok has not been sold to Meta. The rumors circulating online are unfounded.
  • πŸ“Œ TikTok remains owned by its parent company, ByteDance, which is a Chinese technology firm.

Origins of the Rumors

  • πŸ’¬ Rumors about Meta acquiring TikTok gained traction, possibly due to temporary app outages or other changes.
  • ⚠️ These claims have been debunked by multiple sources.

US Legislative Discussions

  • πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ There have been discussions and legislative efforts in the US concerning TikTok's US operations.
  • βš–οΈ These discussions are primarily driven by national security concerns, not a confirmed sale to Meta.

Current Status and Conclusion

  • πŸš€ TikTok continues to operate independently under ByteDance.
  • βœ… There is no evidence to support claims that Meta has acquired the platform.
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