The short version

Scott Galloway predicted on August 21, 2024: “Bytedance will usurp Meta within two years.” Verdict: Too early to tell. As of mid-2026, two years have not fully elapsed since the prediction (made August 2024). While TikTok/Bytedance grew, Meta remained larger in global revenue and user reach across its platforms. The timeframe for 'within two years' is still active, but the…

Prediction by

Scott Galloway

On August 21, 2024

“Bytedance will usurp Meta within two years.”

Follow-up

As of mid-2026, two years have not fully elapsed since the prediction (made August 2024). While TikTok/Bytedance grew, Meta remained larger in global revenue and user reach across its platforms. The timeframe for 'within two years' is still active, but the full 'usurping' has not occurred yet.

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