ByteDance will retain full control of its prized social media algorithms and allow Oracle only limited access to view source code for ‘safety’ purposes, the company said in a statement. — AFP
ByteDance Ltd emphasised it will remain in control of a hived-off TikTok Global business, appearing to contradict US President Donald Trump’s statements about how the new entity will be directed by Americans and pay an unusual US$5bil (RM20.56bil) fee to the US government.
The world’s most valuable startup sought to play down speculation it’s giving up control of valuable Chinese technology and assets after striking a deal with Oracle Corp. and Walmart Inc to create TikTok Global. ByteDance will retain full control of its prized social media algorithms and allow Oracle only limited access to view source code for “safety” purposes, the company said in a statement posted to its domestic news service Toutiao Monday.
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