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The tech company reportedly submitted an acquisition offer just before the deadline for ByteDance to divest its U.S. subsidiary or face a ban
Amazon has made a formal offer to acquire TikTok in the United States, according to a report by The New York Times. The proposal comes just three days before the Trump administration’s deadline for the Chinese-origin social media platform to separate from its parent company ByteDance or exit the U.S. market.
The offer was reportedly communicated through a letter addressed to Vice President J.D. Vance and Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, according to sources familiar with the process cited by the New York newspaper. However, TikTok has expressed skepticism regarding this maneuver, as it was not presented by a high-ranking Amazon executive, raising doubts about the seriousness or viability of the proposal.
The grace period granted by Donald Trump’s government ends this Saturday, April 6, marking the end of a 75-day extension allowed to seek an American buyer. If no agreement is reached, TikTok could face a complete ban in the U.S. starting in January 2025, in accordance with legislation passed by both parties in Congress due to alleged threats to national security.
More contenders: Microsoft, Oracle, and emerging players
The short video platform, which has over 150 million users in the United States, has attracted interest from several major tech companies and investment funds. According to The New York Times, Microsoft, Oracle, and Blackstone are among the groups that have held discussions for a potential purchase. Zoop, a startup led by Tim Stokely, the creator of OnlyFans, has also announced a partnership with a cryptocurrency foundation to present a last-minute alternative offer, as reported by Reuters.
A political and strategic decision
The debate over TikTok has transcended the economic sphere and become a matter of digital sovereignty and national security. In January, the U.S. Supreme Court upheld the constitutionality of a law that allows banning the app if a clear separation from ByteDance is not established.
While current President Donald Trump had previously defended a more critical stance toward TikTok during his earlier term, he has now advocated for its continued presence as long as its control is guaranteed from the U.S., citing its economic potential and influence on young people. His administration has recently confirmed it is in contact with at least four interested purchasing groups, although without revealing identities.
The future of TikTok at stake
The TikTok case has become a symbol of the technological rivalry between the United States and China, as well as the debate over data ownership and control of massive digital platforms. If none of the offers succeed before April 6, the social network could see its service interrupted in U.S. territory, with unpredictable consequences for users, content creators, and investors.
For now, the possibility of Amazon entering the fray adds a new dimension to the process, especially due to its financial muscle and experience in consumer technology and digital advertising. However, the lack of clarity regarding its specific proposal and TikTok’s initial distrust could complicate negotiations in these final countdown days.