Deal Structure & Ownership - A new joint venture will operate TikTok US, with majority ownership and control held by US individuals, free from foreign adversary control [1] - ByteDance and its affiliates will hold less than 20% of the joint venture [1] - Oracle and Silver Lake Partners, among three investors, will hold approximately 50% of TikTok US [1] Operational Control & Data Security - The new joint venture will control algorithm and code operations, as well as content moderation decisions [1] - Data will be stored in a cloud environment operated by a US company [1] - Recommendation models using US user data, including algorithms, must be retrained and monitored by trusted security partners [1] Key Players - Michael Dell and Rupert Murdoch, along with "about four or five absolutely world-class investors," are expected to participate in the acquisition of TikTok [1]

以下文章来源于晚点对话 ，作者陈晶 徐煜萌 晚点对话 . 最一手的商业访谈，最真实的企业家思考。 "最高法院的判决具有终审效力，因为它公正可靠；而它之所以公正可靠，正因它是终审判决。" 本文首发于 2025 年 01 月 18 日 文 丨 陈晶 徐煜萌 编辑 丨 黄俊杰 1 月 19 日，TikTok 禁令的最后期限即将到来，两任美国总统分别表示不会即刻要求关闭 TikTok。拜 登政府官员称将会把执行封禁的任务留给 1 月 20 日上任的特朗普，特朗普则曾表示上任后会暂停执 行禁令，或是将执行期延长 60 天- 90 天，以寻求出售或是其他解决方案。 但 TikTok 在美国的命运已经变成法律问题，不再是总统或者政府可以直接决定。美国最高院本周五 裁定，此前国会要求 TikTok 出售或者关闭的法案合乎宪法。按照该法案规定，1 月 19 日以后，任何 美国境内的公司，应用商店或者云服务平台都不能再为 TikTok 及其母公司字节跳动提供服务，否则 将面临 8500 亿美元（1.7 亿用户，每人 5000 美元）的天价罚款。 即使政府不立即执行禁令，只要美国公司都遵守法律，一款短视频应用无法继续分发内容、维护 ...

Core Viewpoint - The U.S. President Trump announced a 25% tariff on all imported heavy trucks, effective from October 1, citing "national security" as the primary reason for this decision [1]. Group 1 - The tariff will apply to all imported heavy trucks starting from October 1 [1]. - The rationale behind the tariff is primarily based on national security concerns [1].

Group 1 - The U.S. Department of Commerce has initiated a new round of "Section 232" investigations into imports of robots, industrial machinery, and medical devices to assess whether these imports threaten national security [1][2] - The investigation began on September 2 and includes products such as masks, syringes, infusion pumps, and programmable computer-controlled machinery [1] - The automotive industry is expected to be the most affected sector due to its high reliance on imported industrial robots, with 13,747 units installed last year [1][2] Group 2 - Potential tariffs on medical devices and protective equipment may increase costs for hospitals and patients, impacting access to critical equipment and services [2] - The investigation is based on the Trade Expansion Act's Section 232, which has previously been used to impose tariffs on various products, including automobiles and steel [2] - Ongoing trade negotiations with various partners are complicated by these investigations, with the U.S. recently confirming the effectiveness of a trade agreement with the EU [2][3] Group 3 - Southeast Asian countries are particularly concerned about the impact of U.S. tariffs, facing rates between 19% to 20%, with Laos and Myanmar facing as high as 40% [3] - South Korea is struggling to advance trade agreements with the U.S. due to investment and visa issues, affecting the implementation of tariff reductions [3]

美国财长贝森特表示，飞机发动机及零部件与部分化学制品可能成为对华谈判的重要筹码。中国稀土供应保持畅通，但美国加强特定战略物资的供应保障。贝森特称企业IPO市场是美方可运用的另一项对华谈判工具。美方官员将在11月10日暂停提高关税税率到期前，于10月和11月与中国官员会面。外汇交易员 (@myfxtrader):美国商务部表示，已对进口口罩、注射器和输液泵，以及机器人和工业机械（包括可编程计算机控制机械系统和工业冲压机）展开新的国家安全调查（232调查，对特定产品进口是否威胁美国国家安全进行立案调查）。 https://t.co/wTtDltjcrc ...

Core Viewpoint - The U.S. Department of Commerce has initiated investigations under Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act, focusing on imports of robots, industrial machinery, and medical devices, reflecting concerns over national security and the desire to boost domestic manufacturing [1][6]. Group 1: Section 232 Investigations - The investigations began on September 2, and the Department of Commerce must submit policy recommendations within 270 days [1]. - The scope of the investigations has expanded to include 11 categories, such as steel, aluminum, automotive, semiconductors, and medical products [2]. - The investigations aim to assess the impact of imports on national security, particularly in the context of robots and industrial machinery [4]. Group 2: Robots and Industrial Machinery - The investigation covers a wide range of equipment, including CNC machining centers, lathes, milling machines, and specialized metal processing equipment [4]. - The Department of Commerce seeks input from stakeholders regarding current and expected demand for domestic production capabilities and the role of foreign supply chains [5]. - The investigation aims to explore the feasibility of increasing domestic production capacity to reduce reliance on imports [5]. Group 3: Medical Devices and Supplies - The investigation also targets imports of personal protective equipment (PPE), medical consumables, and medical devices, reflecting concerns over dependence on foreign suppliers [6][7]. - The Department of Commerce is interested in understanding the current and projected demand for these medical products and the extent to which domestic production meets this demand [8]. - Experts express skepticism about the effectiveness of tariffs in bringing manufacturing jobs back to the U.S., citing a lack of interest among Americans in low-skilled manufacturing jobs [8].

Trade Policy & National Security - US Department of Commerce initiates national security investigations (232 investigations) into imports of masks, syringes, IV pumps, robots, and industrial machinery [1] - The investigation aims to assess the extent to which domestic production can meet US demand and the role of foreign supply chains, particularly China [1] - The investigation will consider the impact of "foreign government subsidies and predatory trade practices" [1] - The investigation results could lead to higher tariffs on these products [1] Industry Impact - The investigation requires companies to provide details on projected demand [1] - The investigation requires companies to provide details on the extent to which domestic production can meet demand [1]

Core Viewpoint - The U.S. House of Representatives has passed an amendment to prohibit the military from purchasing digital display technologies produced by state-owned enterprises from China or Russia, citing national security risks [1][2]. Group 1: Amendment Details - The amendment was proposed by Republican Congressman Austin Scott from Georgia, emphasizing that reliance on technology from "hostile sources" poses a national security risk [2]. - The amendment is part of the annual National Defense Authorization Act, which aims to fund the U.S. military, passing with a vote of 231 in favor and 196 against [2]. - The amendment specifically bans the Pentagon from purchasing OLED displays, which are used in smartphones and other devices, from companies supported by adversarial governments [2][3]. Group 2: Technology Implications - Austin Scott stated that these technologies are critical to military equipment, from cockpit displays to soldier-worn systems, and dependence on adversarial sources threatens national security and technological sovereignty [2]. - The revised amendment has a broader scope than previous versions, which only required the Pentagon to review whether certain Chinese companies should be added to the list of "Chinese military companies" [3]. - OLED (Organic Light Emitting Diode) displays are characterized by their self-emissive properties, allowing for ultra-thin designs, wide viewing angles, high contrast, and fast response times, making them suitable for smartphones, TVs, smartwatches, and VR devices [3].

Group 1 - The article emphasizes the importance of national security awareness among university students, highlighting various risks they may encounter during their academic journey [1][6] - It discusses the potential dangers of joining social media groups, where malicious actors may exploit new students by offering gifts to gain access to personal information [2][3] - The article warns about job offers that may be a front for espionage, particularly in sensitive industries, urging students to protect confidential information during interviews [5][7] Group 2 - It outlines specific scenarios where students might unknowingly engage in activities that compromise national security, such as being recruited for seemingly harmless part-time jobs that involve gathering sensitive information [3][4] - The article stresses the need for students to be vigilant about academic collaborations that may involve sensitive technologies, particularly those linked to foreign entities [4][7] - It encourages students to report any suspicious activities or requests for sensitive information to the appropriate authorities, reinforcing the collective responsibility for national security [6][7]

US-China Trade Relations - US-China trade talks in Europe progressed well and are nearing completion [1] - The US Treasury Secretary confirmed the upcoming call between President Trump and President Xi Jinping on Friday [1] - The US Treasury Secretary indicated "very good progress" on technical details with the Chinese delegation [1] - China has made aggressive demands, but the US will not compromise national security [1] TikTok Deal - The US is very close to resolving the TikTok deal [1] - Failure to reach a TikTok agreement will not impact the overall US-China relationship, which remains strong at the highest levels [1]