business data
Gleaning Green from Data Visualization
We noticed a couple of things worth bringing to your attention. First, we note that a company called Glean has raised a $7 million seed
eCommerce
WhatsApp ‘Carts’ Signal Path to Monetization
Facebook took a step towards making WhatsApp more of an eCommerce play this week by adding “Carts.” This makes it easier for users to “shop” in a traditional eCommerce way, including buying several items. We examine strategic implications.
Facebook
WhatsApp Gets a Big Boost in India with Payments Approval
Facebook’s WhatsApp has broken down a stubborn barrier and has finally earned the Indian government’s approval for the apps use as a payments platform. This
chat
That Was Quick — Brazil Puts Breaks on WhatsApp Payments A Week After Launch
Facebook has hit another obstacle on its path to transform its WhatsApp from a popular but under-monetized encrypted messaging app into a mobile commerce juggernaut,
Facebook
Today Brazil, Tomorrow the World for WhatsApp Payments
WhatsApp has introduced a payments feature allowing users to send money to businesses or fellow consumers within a message. The tool debuts in Brazil, which
Facebook
What’s Behind Facebook’s Investment in ‘Super App’ Gojek?
This week Facebook and PayPal announced investments in the Indonesian ride-hailing app Gojek. The two companies join Google and China’s Tencent as investors in the
Messaging Apps
What’s Up with WhatsApp Ads?
WhatsApp ads are coming! Well actually, they’re already here. But they are expected to be coming again in 2020, only this time, in-app. It was