Mr. Beast, one of the most famous and influential YouTubers globally, caused a stir on social media by making an unexpected suggestion: buying TikTok to prevent the platform from being banned in the United States.
The Tweet by Mr. Beast That Caused a Stir
In a tweet (now on X), Mr. Beast wrote: “Alright, I’ll buy TikTok so it doesn’t get banned.” Although it initially seemed like a joke, the post received over 413 thousand likes and quickly went viral. This sparked interest among many, including media outlets and users who immediately began speculating about the possibility of this being real.
Could Mr. Beast Really Buy TikTok?
After the tweet, Mr. Beast surprised even further by revealing that he had received messages from several billionaires interested in helping him buy the platform. Although he didn’t provide details on who contacted him or the next steps, he mentioned that “ironically, many billionaires have reached out to me since I posted this.”
The YouTuber has not confirmed that he is genuinely interested in buying TikTok, and it’s possible that it was all just a joke. However, the idea has reignited the debate about the platform’s future, especially after the possibility of Mr. Beast’s interest in acquiring it was discussed months ago.
The Uncertain Future of TikTok
TikTok is currently facing controversy in the United States, where it could be banned due to concerns related to security and data privacy because of its connection to the Chinese company ByteDance.
The U.S. government has passed a law requiring ByteDance to sell TikTok’s operations in the country to a non-Chinese entity before January 19, 2025. If they do not comply, TikTok could be removed from digital stores in the U.S.
In response, ByteDance has appealed the decision, arguing that a forced sale is not viable from technological, business, and legal perspectives.
What Could Happen to TikTok?
What Could Happen to TikTok?The future of TikTok in the United States remains uncertain. Judicial and political decisions in the coming months could determine whether the platform faces a ban or if negotiations find a solution.
Mr. Beast’s Series on Prime Video
Meanwhile, Mr. Beast continues to surprise his followers with projects outside of YouTube. His new series, Beast Games, started airing on Amazon Prime Video on December 19, 2024. The show brings together 1,000 contestants who compete in physical and mental challenges, with a prize of 5 million dollars, one of the largest in television history.
Criticism and Controversies Surrounding “Beast Games”
Although the series has captured the attention of a large audience, it has received mixed reviews. Some viewers praise the challenges and the production quality, while others question the ethics behind some of the challenges and the treatment of the contestants. Reports have even emerged about improper working conditions during the filming of the show, according to People magazine.
Mr. Beast, on his part, defended the series on social media, mentioning that they spent 14 million dollars building a city for the contestants. Despite the controversies, Beast Games has managed to rank among the most-watched content on Prime Video in several countries.
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