TikTok CEO Chew Shou Zi sought Elon Musk’s input ahead of Trump takeover, report says

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The two tech CEOS did not discuss specific measures to keep the Chinese-owned app running in the US, as a potential ban looms.

Trump, who unsuccessfully tried to ban TikTok in 2020, has said if elected in November he would not allow TikTok to be barred.

Elon Musk, TikTok, ByteDance and the Trump administration did not immediately respond to Reuters’ requests for comments.

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Author / Journalist: Reuters

Category: Technology

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Topics: People Administration Report Journal Reported Tiktok Trump Chew Executives Musk Elon

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Published On: 2024-11-24 @ 07:12:04 (4 hours ago)

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