What does TikTok's new ownership mean for users in the U.S.?

By Hosts

Published January 27, 2026 at 5:42 AM CST

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Since news about TikTok finalizing a deal to spin-off its U.S. operations became public, users have questioned what U.S. ownership of the app means for them.

What does TikTok's new ownership mean for users in the U.S.?

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