MrBeast, the world's most followed YouTuber, has confirmed making an "official offer" to acquire TikTok's U.S. operations amid the app's mandatory sale countdown.

The development started when Jimmy Donaldson (MrBeast) posted on X about buying TikTok to prevent its ban. Shortly after, he revealed that numerous billionaires had reached out regarding his statement.

An investor group led by Employer.com founder Jesse Tinsley has submitted an all-cash offer for TikTok. While the group hasn't publicly named its investors, MrBeast confirmed his involvement through a TikTok video. His representatives later clarified that he's in active discussions with multiple groups without any exclusive agreements.

With an estimated net worth of $500 million and significant media influence, MrBeast's non-partisan following could prove more valuable to potential buyers than his financial contribution.

Other notable parties exploring TikTok acquisition include:

• Frank McCourt's The People's Bid for TikTok
• Elon Musk (though interest remains unconfirmed)
• Oracle's Larry Ellison
• Perplexity AI (backed by Jeff Bezos), proposing a direct merger

Important considerations:

• Any deal requires Chinese government approval
• ByteDance must complete the divestment within 74 days
• The transaction process will require significant time
• The "golden share" issue remains a concern for potential buyers

The tight deadline and complex approval process suggest that concrete details about TikTok's future ownership should emerge soon.

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