ByteDance Won’t Sell Tiktok’s Algorithm, SCMP Reports

The transcript discusses ByteDance's decision not to sell TikTok's algorithm to the US, likening it to selling a car without the engine. ByteDance is in talks with Oracle and Microsoft for a potential sale, with deadlines set between September 15th and 20th. The situation is complicated by China's new regulations on technology exports, requiring ByteDance to satisfy both US and Chinese authorities.

What is ByteDance's stance on selling TikTok's algorithm to the US?

• They have already sold it.

• They refuse to sell it.

• They are undecided about selling it.

• They are willing to sell it.

Which companies are leading contenders for purchasing TikTok's US operations?

• Facebook and Twitter

• Apple and IBM

• Google and Amazon

• Oracle and Microsoft

By what date does President Trump want a deal for TikTok's US operations?

• September 10th

• September 15th

• September 20th

• September 25th

What recent action by China has complicated the TikTok sale?

• Increasing taxes on foreign companies

• Banning US companies from China

• Introducing new technology export regulations

• Imposing new tariffs

Who are the stakeholders ByteDance needs to satisfy in the TikTok sale?

• Only Chinese investors

• Only potential buyers

• Both US and Chinese governments, and potential buyers

• Only the US government