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TikTok parent ByteDance valued at about US$300 bil, says WSJ
The valuation came in a recent buyback offer by ByteDance, the Journal said, citing unidentified people with knowledge of the matter.
11 days ago
IPO
Investors may sing Triller's tune
Triller, an American creator platform, is set to be listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) at a discount to TikTok’s valuation.
October 18, 2024
UK
Bank of England taps TikTok influencers in quest to reach Gen Z
Younger people can “feel quite disconnected from financial institutions,” says an accountant involved in a BOE TikTok video, pointing to widespread misinformation online about personal finance.
October 05, 2024
Digital Economy
Will Triller knock out TikTok?
TikTok’s troubles may mean investors must dance to Triller’s tune.
May 23, 2024
Global review
How the TikTok law could intensify the US-China tech spat
It is all but certain that China will retaliate against the US
May 02, 2024
China Focus
A TikToking bomb for investment
The proposed ban on TikTok holds some serious implications for those doing business in China or those wishing to invest in China.
March 22, 2024
Geopolitics
Why TikTok faces a US ban over national security
TikTok is viewed as the most advanced, and uncannily effective, at learning about your interests.
March 17, 2024
Geopolitics
Former US Treasury secretary Mnuchin putting together a group to buy TikTok
Mnuchin believes that the Chinese government would back a sale of TikTok as long as there is no technology transfer.
March 14, 2024
Digital Economy
The battle for TikTok has only just begun
The brouhaha over TikTok speaks to significant mistrust between Washington and Beijing
March 14, 2024
Tech
US House passes bill that would force TikTok sale or ban it
The bill marks the most significant congressional attempt yet to restrict TikTok.
March 14, 2024