What to know about TikTok’s uncertain future in the US and the people who want to buy it

TikTok, the popular social media platform, has been facing an uncertain future in the United States due to concerns about user data potentially being accessed by the Chinese government. The app, owned by the Chinese company ByteDance, has been at the center of controversy for the past four years. Earlier this year, TikTok experienced a temporary outage in the U.S., leaving millions of users in suspense. This incident has further heightened the ongoing debate about the app's future in the country. Several companies, including Microsoft, Oracle, and Walmart, have expressed interest in acquiring TikTok's U.S. operations to address the national security concerns. The U.S. government has pushed for a sale, but the process has been complex and uncertain. The future of TikTok in the U.S. remains unclear, with ongoing negotiations and political tensions shaping the outcome. The situation highlights the broader challenges surrounding data privacy, national security, and the global influence of technology companies.