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    ByteDance

    ByteDance is a technology company based in Beijing that operates content platforms. Its apps include TikTok, which is called Douyin in China, Toutiao and CapCut. The company was founded in 2012.

    Founder & CEO
    Liang Rubo

    Key facts

    Founded
    13 March 2012source
    Headquarters
    Building 2, 1733 Commercial Space (also known as Dazhongsi Square), Beijingsource
    Revenue
    US$155 billion (2024)source
    Employees
    c. 120,000 (2025)source
    Ownership
    Zhang Yiming holds over 50% voting controlsource

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