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| Great100000: 8:25pm On Jan 28 |
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Microsoft in Talks to Acquire TikTok Amidst Ongoing Security Concerns - Donald Trump. US President Donald Trump has confirmed that Microsoft is in talks to acquire TikTok, amidst uncertainty surrounding the app's future in the United States. This development comes after a US law ordered TikTok's parent company, ByteDance, to divest its ownership or face a ban in the country. Trump revealed that there's significant interest in TikTok, and a potential bidding war could be beneficial. The US government's concerns stem from fears that the Chinese government might exploit TikTok to spy on Americans or influence public opinion. In response to the impending ban, Trump suspended its implementation for two and a half months to facilitate negotiations with Beijing. TikTok temporarily shut down in the US as the deadline approached but restored services after Trump promised to issue an executive order delaying the ban. This acquisition, if successful, would mark a significant shift in the tech landscape. Microsoft's interest in TikTok underscores the app's immense popularity and potential for growth. As the situation unfolds, it's clear that the future of TikTok in the US hangs in the balance. The acquisition talks are ongoing, with Microsoft potentially acquiring TikTok's US operations. This move could have far-reaching implications for the tech industry, data privacy, and global politics. As the story develops, one thing is certain – the fate of TikTok in the US will have significant consequences. Source: https://www.reuters.com/technology/trump-says-microsoft-is-talks-acquire-tiktok-2025-01-28/ 8 Likes 4 Shares |
| budaatum: 8:39pm On Jan 28 |
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I wonder why I feel Americans and most in the world will trust a Microsoft owned TikTok less than a China owned TikTok.
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| Afrowits: 8:49pm On Jan 28 |
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I think the US is trying to see that most of this top Social media app are under their control. I sha love US.
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| Ironfaceman(m): 9:00pm On Jan 28 |
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Biggest bully. Reminds me how Google youtube frustrated Nigerian Content creators with their ADSENSE nonsense.
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| handsomeyinka(m): 9:00pm On Jan 28 |
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Just thinking if I should buy Tik-Tok but my container still dey on top water.
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| uncleck: 9:00pm On Jan 28 |
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Sometimes I just pity China. They ban American apps in their country but want Americans to use theirs. Unfortunately, their alternatives to Americans are still not global
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| LegendHero(m): 9:01pm On Jan 28 |
budaatum: Same way they feel when using Windows OS. If you can trust Windows OS, what’s in Microsoft owned TikTok that you won’t trust? 55 Likes |
| wizelink: 9:01pm On Jan 28 |
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Let's see how the Chinese will react to this.
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| INTEGRITYA1(m): 9:01pm On Jan 28 |
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Okay, base on the trending hashtag; we can also say Microsoft want to Ganusi ticktock.
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| KnowledgePower7: 9:01pm On Jan 28 |
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Today I learnt that the only way USA can survive is to make sure that other countries do not develop!! Anything that will make your country prosper is a threat to USA. USA want to have all the good things Then only them can share it with their friends While other countries remain poor and dependent on US That is how they have managed to stay at the top for many many years.. 52 Likes 7 Shares |
| RushManni: 9:02pm On Jan 28 |
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When is late for a man to marry ......
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| Roboto11: 9:02pm On Jan 28 |
 This man would fight with Elon Musk last last. 6 Likes |
| BondRiv: 9:03pm On Jan 28 |
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The U.S. is so petty and insecure.
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| Roboto11: 9:03pm On Jan 28 |
wizelink: China would prefer to have a stake in the market than to lose it completely. |
| RushManni: 9:03pm On Jan 28 |
BondRiv: They are not petty - this is a state that has a framework and principles and most importantly Template for their nation. They understand the boundaries of their national sphere .... They know where they're going, and yes, it might not be understood by you. Cos you don't even know what they know (what they think) about their country .... They're not like the animal farms we have in Africa and call them countries - without future or without any framework which they believe is the blueprint for them. I'm glad some countries though are making progress in Africa ... Although most are still animal farms. And you know the first (the number one; the numero uno) animal farm in Africa 12 Likes 2 Shares |
| emmanuel596(m): 9:03pm On Jan 28 |
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Bill Gates no get Tik Tok money
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| preciouswoman66(m): 9:04pm On Jan 28 |
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US government sha Though I like how they collaborate with their big cooperation. If na 9ja, one werey go see government dey favour one man |
| VeeVeeMyLuv(m): 9:05pm On Jan 28 |
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Lol 😂 Allow the people to play with their toy If you want to distract them and get their attention better be creative 2 Likes |
| femi4: 9:05pm On Jan 28 |
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Microsoft lacks innovation, they should stay away from tiktok They moved from ie to edge..no difference 8 Likes 1 Share |
| Wealthoptulent(m): 9:06pm On Jan 28 |
Great100000:So na cos of BILL GATE dem this BILL? |
| free2ryhme: 9:06pm On Jan 28 |
Great100000: The US doesn’t trust Chinese apps like TikTok because of fears they could spy on Americans or manipulate opinions. Funny enough, China doesn’t even allow American apps like Facebook or Google in their country. It’s a double standard, but it’s all about control and protecting their data. Now, with Microsoft eyeing TikTok, it’s clear this isn’t just about social media—it’s a big tech and political power game. 2 Likes |
| LordBiden(m): 9:08pm On Jan 28 |
BondRiv:There is nothing petty here. Its due to security concerns.They don't trust the Chinese. |
| mohbadliveson: 9:08pm On Jan 28 |
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When US reason your matter, your life cannot remain the same again. Ask Sepp Blatter, Diddy and others
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| Xisnin(m): 9:08pm On Jan 28 |
KnowledgePower7:You skipped an important part of history. You didn't learn how they got to the top! 1 Like 1 Share |
| ehikwe22: 9:10pm On Jan 28 |
budaatum:Americans are not the world. Stick to America. America has a law mandating their companies both hardware and software to leave backdoors in whatever they're shipping outside America. I doubt any other country does that. America has propaganda and misinformation put into law and they budget billions for that every year. That same thing they accuse others of is America using their propaganda funds to project on others 9 Likes 4 Shares |
| Kingbharry: 9:13pm On Jan 28 |
RushManni: Why not stick to the boundaries of their national sphere? They are everywhere trying to police the world. Shame on you for calling Africa animal farms. You're definitely the the dumbest of all the animals 10 Likes 4 Shares |
| budaatum: 9:15pm On Jan 28 |
LegendHero: As I said, a feeling. Perhaps because I'm the paranoic who distrusts Windows OS, which I've been using since Windows 2.0 and their MS-DOS before that. I just find I need to keep burglary proofing to keep them out of my business. https://uk.pcmag.com/security/152841/the-real-problem-with-recall-people-dont-trust-microsoft https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Criticism_of_Microsoft_Windows 1 Like |
| givedemwotowoto: 9:16pm On Jan 28 |
budaatum: Americans will trust a Microsoft owned Tiktok more. If something goes horribly wrong with the data of an American, they can sue Microsoft. If it happens with a Chinese company, what will they do? 2 Likes 1 Share |
| oluseyiforjesus(m): 9:17pm On Jan 28 |
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Ok
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| sammytovic(m): 9:19pm On Jan 28 |
femi4:Stop playing. 1 Like |
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