Amazon's Last-Minute Bid to Acquire TikTok Amid U.S. Ban Threat

As the April 5 deadline approaches for TikTok to

from its Chinese parent company, ByteDance, or face a ban in the United States, Amazon has submitted a last-minute to the popular video-sharing platform. This move aims to prevent TikTok's potential in the U.S. ​

Amazon's offer was communicated through a letter addressed to Vice President JD Vance and Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick. However, some involved in the negotiations

the seriousness of Amazon's proposal due to its timing. The White House receipt of the offer but did not specific details regarding its value. ​

This development highlights the

in Washington about TikTok's Chinese ownership and potential national security risks. Although President Trump has previously criticized TikTok over these concerns, he has also expressed a desire to find a solution that allows the app to continue operating in the U.S. ​

In addition to Amazon, other companies, including Oracle and Blackstone, have shown interest in acquiring TikTok's U.S. operations. Despite this interest, TikTok has consistently stated that it is not for sale, partly due to anticipated

from the Chinese government regarding any potential deal.