Date: 17.01.2025

by Tomasz Jagodziński

Last update: 17.01.2025 10:40

Kick Expresses Interest in Acquiring TikTok Amidst Looming U.S. Ban

Streaming platform Kick has declared its interest in acquiring TikTok through a letter of intent, as the popular social media app faces potential restrictions in the United States. With the January 19, 2025, deadline for ByteDance to divest its U.S. operations, the fate of TikTok remains uncertain.

TikTok Under Scrutiny in the U.S.

TikTok, renowned for its short-form video content and creative tools, has become a global sensation. From filters to music integration, the app has redefined how younger audiences engage with entertainment, trends, and marketing. However, its ownership by Chinese company ByteDance has raised significant concerns about user data security, prompting ongoing debates in the U.S. over its operations.

As tensions rise, the U.S. government has issued an ultimatum: ByteDance must sell TikTok’s American division, or the app will face a nationwide ban. This decision has attracted interest from numerous entities looking to seize a rare opportunity in the digital space.

Kick Enters the Race to Acquire TikTok

Among the interested parties, Kick, a growing live-streaming platform, has stepped forward with a letter of intent to acquire TikTok. The platform released a glimpse of the document on its social media channels, signaling its ambition, though the proposed purchase amount remains undisclosed.

Kick’s rise to prominence has been fueled by its creator-friendly revenue sharing and flexible policies, which appeal to professional and emerging streamers alike. Acquiring TikTok could mark a significant expansion of its presence in the digital content landscape.

At the time of writing, it remains uncertain whether the letter of intent is genuine and truly reflects Kick’s intent to acquire TikTok.

Other Contenders

Kick isn’t the only player eyeing TikTok. MrBeast, a YouTube creator with one of the platform’s largest followings, has also expressed interest in purchasing TikTok’s U.S. operations. His involvement highlights the scale of interest and the potential value TikTok holds for content creators and businesses.

The U.S. government’s January 19 deadline puts immense pressure on ByteDance to finalize a sale or risk TikTok being banned. With only days left, speculation continues about whether the platform will be sold and to whom. The outcome could significantly reshape the digital entertainment and social media industry.