Oracle Said to Be Weighing Bid for TikTok’s U.S. Business

President Trump issued an executive order requiring ByteDance to sell TikTok to a U.S. company within 90 days. Oracle is considering a bid, potentially challenging Microsoft's position. Oracle has approached venture capital firms for a joint bid, with the acquisition estimated at $20 to $50 billion. Oracle has significant cash reserves, possibly funding the deal independently. Microsoft, with its existing social media and advertising businesses, seems a more strategic fit for TikTok. Oracle, primarily focused on databases and cloud software, would need to expand its business model to integrate TikTok effectively.

What strategic fit does the acquisition have for Microsoft compared to Oracle?

What challenges might Oracle face if they acquire the video sharing app?