Tech Brew Ride Home Thu. 10/21 – PayPal To Buy Pinterest? Why?
Oct 21, 2021
PayPal is eyeing a bold $45 billion acquisition of Pinterest, sparking curiosity about its future plans. Developers can now test Android apps on Windows 11, marking a significant shift for Microsoft. Gamers can access powerful gaming through NVIDIA's new $100 monthly tier, featuring RTX 3080 GPUs. The crypto space is buzzing with major funding rounds and the rise of NFTs. Lastly, the Surface Duo 2 receives mixed reviews, with discussions on its potential and humorous tech mishaps highlighting the unpredictable world of gadgets.
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PayPal's Puzzling Pinterest Pursuit
- PayPal's proposed acquisition of Pinterest puzzles many.
- Investors are unsure about the strategic fit, as PayPal's stock dropped.
PayPal's Super App Ambitions
- PayPal may be aiming for a "super app" strategy, incorporating content.
- This approach might be driven by the need to offer a more comprehensive shopping and financial experience.
Plaid's New Payment Partnerships
- Plaid partners with Square and Stripe for bank-based payments.
- This move follows Plaid's failed acquisition by Visa.