TikTok is reportedly developing a new version of its app specifically for users in the United States as the company prepares for a potential sale to American investors.
The move comes as TikTok faces pressure under the Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act, which requires ByteDance to divest its U.S. operations or face a ban.
The current deadline for this divestment is September 17, after President Trump signed another executive order delaying enforcement of the ban.
New app aims to meet legal requirements
According to the report, the existing version of TikTok will remain functional in the United States until at least March 2026, giving users time to transition.
This news comes just days after Trump said he “pretty much” has a deal set in stone that would satisfy the requirements of the bill former President Biden signed back in 2024.
The reported sale is to a US-led investor group, which could include firms such as Oracle. However, any deal would still require approval from both the U.S. and Chinese governments.
TikTok has not commented on the report that they are working on a new app for US-based users.
On top of Oracle being interested in buying the app, there are a handful of other companies looking to become the next owner of TikTok.
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