Stefan Uleia
After years of uncertainty, TikTok’s U.S. operations may finally be resolved. But the real story here isn’t TikTok it’s $ORCL (Oracle Corporation) 🔹 Oracle becomes essential, not optional In the new structure, Oracle is not just a cloud provider. It will: 1. store all U.S. TikTok user data 2. secure the platform against foreign access 3. oversee how the U.S. version of TikTok operates This moves Oracle from a background service role to a core, trusted partner. 🔹 Control of the algorithm is key TikTok’s success comes from its algorithm. Under this deal, the U.S. algorithm will be rebuilt using U.S. data, with Oracle responsible for security and oversight. ByteDance will no longer control the U.S. data or algorithm. That gives Oracle a central role in one of the most powerful consumer platforms in the U.S. 🔹 Why this is valuable for Oracle This deal is about position. Oracle is placing itself at the center of: • government-approved tech infrastructure • data security and compliance • large-scale, high-engagement platforms These roles are hard to replace and tend to last for years. TikTok keeps operating, but Oracle becomes the backbone. This strengthens Oracle’s long-term position in secure cloud and regulated digital infrastructure, an area where few tech companies can compete.
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