Walmart Is Joining Forces With Microsoft To Buy TikTok

The transcript discusses a joint bid by Walmart and Microsoft to acquire TikTok's US business. Walmart aims to expand its advertising and marketplace through this deal. The companies have an existing partnership since 2018, with Walmart using Microsoft's cloud services. The US government mandates TikTok's parent company to sell its US operations to continue functioning in the country. The Wall Street Journal reports a $30 billion valuation for the deal.

What is the primary reason Walmart is interested in acquiring TikTok's U.S. business?

• To compete with Amazon in e-commerce

• To enter the social media industry

• To develop a new video platform

• To expand its advertising and marketplace operations

How long have Walmart and Microsoft been in a business partnership?

• Since 2017

• Since 2020

• Since 2018

• Since 2015

What services does Walmart utilize from Microsoft?

• Financial consulting

• Cloud computing services

• Social media management

• Retail analytics

What action has the Trump administration required of TikTok's parent company?

• To launch a new app

• To increase its U.S. workforce

• To partner with a U.S. tech company

• To sell its U.S. business

According to The Wall Street Journal, how much is TikTok's U.S. business valued at?

• $30 billion

• $25 billion

• $20 billion

• $35 billion