TikTok - TechWire

TikTok

2025.09.23

15:23

Will Oracle oversee the security of TikTok user data in the United States? Ministry of Foreign Affairs: We have clarified our position on this matter.

On September 23, Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Guo Jiakun hosted a regular press conference. A reporter from AFP asked about China's comment on the White House's statement on Monday that Oracle will be responsible for overseeing the security of TikTok user data in the United States. Guo Jiakun responded, "China has previously clarified its position on this issue, which you can refer to."

2025.09.22

15:31

Will the leaders of China and the United States meet at APEC? Ministry of Foreign Affairs: China and the United States are in communication.

On September 22, Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Guo Jiakun hosted a regular press conference. A Bloomberg reporter asked, US President Trump said he would meet with Chinese leaders during the upcoming Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit and promote the TikTok agreement. May I ask the spokesperson, in addition to the statement of the two leaders' call, can you provide more information? For example, whether they will meet during APEC, and more details about the TikTok agreement. Guo Jiakun stated that the diplomacy of heads of state plays an irreplaceable strategic leading role in Sino-US relations, and the leaders of China and the United States maintain close communication and exchanges. "Regarding the specific issues you mentioned, China and the United States are in communication, and I currently have no information to provide."

2025.09.20

16:30

The Ministry of Commerce spokesperson answered reporters' questions on the progress of the TikTok issue

A reporter asked: It's reported that China and the United States reached a basic framework consensus on the TikTok issue during talks in Madrid. On September 19, the two presidents also exchanged views on the TikTok issue in a phone call. Could the Ministry of Commerce provide further information on the relevant progress? A: From September 14th to 15th, local time, China and the United States held talks in Madrid, Spain, and reached a basic framework consensus on properly resolving TikTok-related issues through cooperation, reducing investment barriers, and promoting relevant economic and trade cooperation. On the evening of September 19th, the two presidents held a candid and in-depth phone call, exchanging views on the current Sino-US relations and issues of common concern, and providing strategic guidance for the stable development of Sino-US relations in the next stage. China's position on the TikTok issue is clear. The Chinese government respects the wishes of companies and welcomes them to conduct commercial negotiations based on market rules and reach a solution that complies with Chinese laws and regulations and balances interests. We hope that the US will work with China to meet halfway and earnestly fulfill its commitments to provide an open, fair, just, and non-discriminatory business environment for Chinese companies, including TikTok, to continue operating in the US, and to promote the stable, healthy, and sustainable development of Sino-US economic and trade relations.

00:59

ByteDance: We will advance relevant work in accordance with Chinese legal requirements

In the early morning of September 20, ByteDance issued an announcement stating that ByteDance will advance relevant work in accordance with Chinese legal requirements and allow TikTok US to continue to serve the vast number of American users.

00:36

2025.09.18

01:24

China confirms TikTok’s US app will use Chinese algorithm

2025.09.17

15:32

Trump extends TikTok ban again; Ministry of Foreign Affairs responds

According to the Beijing Daily, Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Lin Jian hosted a regular press conference. An AFP reporter asked, "US President Trump extended the TikTok ban on Tuesday until December 16th. What is China's comment?" Regarding reports that the Chinese and US heads of state will hold a phone call on Friday, can China provide any details? What are China's expectations for this? Lin Jian stated, "Regarding the issue of high-level interaction between China and the United States you mentioned, I would like to emphasize that the diplomacy of heads of state plays an irreplaceable strategic role in Sino-US relations. Regarding the specific issues you raised, I currently have no information to provide." Regarding your question about TikTok, the relevant Chinese authorities have already provided relevant information.

11:05

Trump extends grace period for TikTok ban for fourth time

On September 16, local time, US President Trump signed an executive order to extend the grace period for the ban on TikTok for the fourth time, this time delaying it for three months to December 16.

10:11

80% of TikTok would be controlled by Oracle $ORCL, Silver Lake, and A16z

2025.09.16

20:45

Xinhua Commentary: Rational dialogue serves the interests of both China and the United States

Xinhua Commentary: The two-day China-US economic and trade talks concluded in Madrid, Spain, on the 15th. Guided by the strategic consensus reached during the call between the two presidents, the two teams engaged in candid, in-depth, and constructive communication, reaching a basic framework consensus on properly resolving the TikTok issue through a cooperative approach, reducing investment barriers, and promoting relevant economic and trade cooperation. This hard-won achievement signifies that, building on the positive momentum of previous rounds of talks, the two sides have once again reached consensus through rational dialogue, which serves the interests of both sides. The essence of China-US economic and trade relations is mutual benefit and win-win results. Cooperation benefits both sides, while conflict hurts both. We hope that the US side will take the basic framework consensus reached during these talks as a new starting point, work with China halfway, demonstrate sincerity and take concrete actions, promptly lift restrictions on China, cease oppression of Chinese companies, and jointly safeguard the hard-earned outcomes of the talks. On this basis, both sides should continue to implement the important consensus reached by the two presidents, give full play to the role of the China-US economic and trade consultation mechanism, continuously enhance consensus, resolve differences, and push China-US economic and trade relations back on the track of healthy, stable, and sustainable development.

15:31

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs responded to whether the Chinese and US heads of state will have a phone call soon

On September 16, Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Lin Jian hosted a regular press conference. A reporter from AFP asked, US President Trump said he would speak with President Xi this Friday. US Treasury Secretary Benson also confirmed in Madrid that an agreement had been reached on the TikTok issue, and the two heads of state would make a decision during the call on Friday. Can you confirm that the two heads of state will have a call on Friday? What is China's comment on this and what are its expectations? Lin Jian stated that the diplomacy of heads of state plays an irreplaceable strategic leading role in Sino-US relations. "Regarding the specific issues you mentioned, I currently have no information to provide."

2025.09.15

11:26

Zhou Dasheng and Wuyou Media start strategic cooperation

On September 15th, Chow Tai Seng Jewelry Co., Ltd. recently launched a strategic partnership with 51 Media. Lei Binyi, founder and CEO of 51 Media, stated that this partnership represents a deep integration of the supply chain and content ecosystem. Regarding live streaming, Chow Tai Seng will open up its in-store broadcast matrix for licensing. Regarding IP incubation, the two parties will jointly cultivate influencers in the jewelry vertical. Regarding supply chain, the two parties will jointly build a duty-free supply chain for Hainan's offshore islands. Furthermore, regarding overseas business, the two parties will establish a TikTok jewelry e-commerce platform to promote Chow Tai Seng's IP.

2025.09.12

21:56

The Ministry of Commerce spokesperson answered reporters' questions about TikTok

A spokesperson for the Ministry of Commerce answered reporters' questions regarding TikTok. A reporter asked: According to relevant information released by China and the United States, the two sides will hold talks in Spain on September 14th, and the TikTok issue will be discussed. Can the Ministry of Commerce provide further information on this? A: China's position on the TikTok issue is clear and consistent. China is unwavering in its determination to safeguard the legitimate rights and interests of its domestic companies and will review TikTok in accordance with laws and regulations. The Chinese government attaches great importance to data privacy and security. It has never and will never require any company or individual to collect or provide data located in foreign countries for the Chinese government in violation of local laws. Recently, upon mutual agreement, Chinese and American teams will hold talks on TikTok and other issues. China urges the United States to work with China halfway, addressing their respective concerns through dialogue on the basis of mutual respect and equal consultation, and find solutions to these issues. This will provide an open, fair, just, and non-discriminatory business environment for Chinese companies, including TikTok, to continue operating in the United States, and promote the stable, healthy, and sustainable development of China-US economic and trade relations.

2025.09.10

15:16

Market news: Meta Platforms (META.O) and TikTok won the lawsuit against the EU technology fees.

2025.09.05

18:06

TikTok's monthly active users in Europe exceed 200 million

TikTok announced on September 5 that it has more than 200 million monthly active users in Europe, an increase from 175 million last year. Currently, users account for about one-third of Europe's population.

Email Subscription

Newsletters and emails are now available! Delivered on time, every weekday, to keep you up to date with North American business news.

Weekly Highlights

                                    Musk: XAI will certainly raise funds in the next few months, but not now
                            2025-09-20

                                    Nvidia (NVDA.O) fell further, dropping nearly 3%.
                            2025-09-17

                                    SoftBank and OpenAI's AI joint venture in Japan is severely delayed, with an update now expected in November.
                            2025-09-18

                                    Alipay's two operating entities have completed the name change
                            2025-09-19

                                    Hande Information: The company has cooperation with Oracle
                            2025-09-23