President Donald Trump is set to extend the deadline for a potential US ban on TikTok for an additional **90 days**, allowing the popular app to continue operating in the country amidst ongoing discussions about its ownership.

• As of now, 170 million Americans use TikTok, and concerns have been raised about data security due to its Chinese ownership by ByteDance.
• Karoline Leavitt, White House Press Secretary, confirmed the extension and emphasized the need for a secure deal.
• Trump has indicated a preference for a sale to Oracle, while competition for the app’s ownership includes notable figures like MrBeast, a major YouTuber.