Tech Brew Ride Home Mon. 06/15 – People Are Actually MORE Honest On Their Cellphones
Jun 15, 2020
Apple's new zero-interest financing opens doors for buyers, while Shopify's partnership with Walmart strengthens their marketplace. Fascinating research suggests people may be more honest when using smartphones compared to PCs. The tech industry prepares for potential testimonies from giants like Jeff Bezos amid antitrust scrutiny. Meanwhile, Quibi grapples with subscriber issues and internal strife, alongside the challenges of COVID-19 contact tracing apps that struggle to gain interest.
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Apple Card Financing
- Apple Card users can now finance Apple products interest-free.
- This includes Macs, iPads, AirPods, and other accessories, offering flexible payment options.
Walmart & Shopify Partnership
- Walmart partners with Shopify to boost its online marketplace, aiming to add 1,200 sellers this year.
- This move seeks to expand Walmart's e-commerce reach and profitability, competing with Amazon.
Bezos to Testify
- Jeff Bezos agrees to testify before the House Judiciary Committee in antitrust hearings.
- This marks a shift in Amazon's earlier resistance, following threats of a legal compulsion.