Oracle would run TikTok’s global operations while Microsoft is in talks to invest, according to NPR.

President Donald Trump told reporters that Microsoft is in talks to acquire TikTok's U.S. operations, Bloomberg reports. Although Trump didn't elaborate,

The server networks which support TikTok operate through Oracle's existing infrastructure responsibilities. The deal's success would grant Oracle access to perform direct oversight of TikTok's data processing and content control methods while the administration tackles data protection issues linked to Chinese ownership.

TikTok acquisition deal, if takes place, will allow China’s ByteDance to retain a minority stake in the video sharing platform

The Trump administration is denying it, but Trump previously said he'd like to see the software company take it over.

The proposed TikTok deal suggests ByteDance would retain a minority interest while Oracle would manage the apps algorithm, data collection, and software updates.

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