Archive · 28 Sep 2025
Abu Dhabi Royals to Acquire Stake in TikTok US
The Abu Dhabi royal family, who are very rich, are buying part of TikTok's US business.
A fund led by a royal family member will get a 15% share.
Oracle and Silver Lake are also involved in the deal.
President Trump approved the deal in late September 2025.
The royal family’s wealth includes many assets.
The deal involves concerns due to the UAE's national security advisor also being a part of this deal.
Abu Dhabi royals will acquire a stake in TikTok’s US operations.
MGX, led by Sheikh Tahnoon Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, will secure a 15% stake and a board seat.
The deal was approved by Trump in late September 2025.
The Abu Dhabi royal family’s net worth is estimated at $323.9 billion.
The royal family also has vast real estate, luxury vehicles, and a fleet of aircrafts.
- Who
- Abu Dhabi royal family, Oracle, ByteDance, Silver Lake
- What
- Abu Dhabi royals acquiring a stake in TikTok US
- When
- Deal approved in late September 2025
- Where
- United States
- Why
- To invest in TikTok and expand the royal family's business interests.
- Abu Dhabi Royals' Estimated Fortune
- $323.9 billion
- MGX Stake in TikTok US
- 15%
- TikTok US Valuation
- $14 billion
- Presidential Residence Value
- $475 million
- Largest Yacht
- Azzam (590 feet)