As the deadline for TikTok’s future in the United States draws near on April 5, the social media platform’s fate remains uncertain. President Donald Trump has suggested a potential last-minute deal, but here are the key scenarios that could unfold:
Scenario 1: The Law is Paused Again
Trump has the authority to pause the law once more, as he did previously via an executive order. This would push the deadline further, allowing more time for ByteDance to find a non-Chinese buyer.
Scenario 2: TikTok “Goes Dark”
If no deal is reached, the Chinese government could pull the app from the US, effectively making it inaccessible to 170 million American users. This would also see Apple and Google removing TikTok from their stores.
Scenario 3: A Buyer is Found
In a final push, a buyer could emerge to acquire TikTok. Potential suitors include Amazon, Oracle, or an investor group led by Kevin O’Leary, Frank McCourt, or YouTuber MrBeast.
The clock is ticking, and the future of one of the world’s most popular apps hangs in the balance.
