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Beeper Took On Apple’s iMessage Dominance. Now It’s Been Acquired

Apr 10, 2024
A chat app, Beeper, acquired by Automattic, known for WordPress and Tumblr. Beeper aimed to unite Android and iMessage but faced challenges with monetization and user acquisition. The acquisition highlights struggles of startups with tech giants and promotes open-source protocols.
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1
Acquisition of Beeper by Automatic, Parent Company of WordPress and Tumblr
00:00 • 2min
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The Acquisition and Challenges of Beeper in Messaging Innovation
02:09 • 6min