Trump Extends TikTok Sale Deadline by 75 Days

President Donald Trump has extended the deadline for ByteDance, the parent company of TikTok, to divest its U.S. operations by 75 days, giving the company until 19 June 2025 to finalise a sale.

The extension comes as talks between ByteDance and potential buyers continue, with the aim of addressing national security concerns raised by the U.S. government.

In a statement, President Trump expressed satisfaction with the “tremendous progress” made during negotiations but emphasised that additional time was needed to reach a final agreement.

“We are working with all parties involved to ensure the sale proceeds smoothly.”

“This extension will help ensure that the transaction addresses all concerns and safeguards U.S. interests,’’ he said.

The original deadline, set for 19 January 2025, was part of a broader initiative under the Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act (PAFACA), which mandates that ByteDance sell its U.S. assets due to fears of Chinese influence and potential data privacy risks. The new deadline gives ByteDance and potential buyers, including major American firms like Amazon and OnlyFans founder Tim Stokely’s consortium, additional time to finalise terms.

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The extension marks a critical moment in the negotiations, as ByteDance looks to maintain its app’s presence in the U.S. market while navigating the complexities of international relations and regulatory hurdles.

A possible buyer for TikTok’s operations is AppLovin, a U.S.-based mobile technology company, which has expressed interest in acquiring TikTok’s global operations, excluding its Chinese market. This move, if successful, would enable AppLovin to compete directly with the likes of SpaceX’s Starlink and other global internet giants.

As the clock continues to tick down, the extended deadline provides a crucial window for ByteDance to secure the future of TikTok in the U.S. and navigate the political and regulatory landscape that has made this sale so complex. The outcome of these negotiations will have wide-reaching implications not only for TikTok but for the future of foreign-owned technology companies operating in the U.S.

The new divestment deadline now stands at 19 June 2025, giving ByteDance and its potential buyers ample time to resolve the outstanding issues surrounding the sale.