Equity Equity Monday: Big iPads, and Ballmer-era Google
Jun 28, 2021
This week kicks off with Venmo diving into e-commerce, signaling big changes in online transactions. Apple shows love for Surface, possibly hinting at new iPads on the horizon. Meanwhile, Binance is having quite the tussle with UK regulations but seems to be emerging victorious. In funding news, Slice secured $20 million to streamline credit card sign-ups, while Botrista's DrinkBot and a unique dating app are making waves. A bug in Tether's creation also raises eyebrows in the stablecoin market!
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Venmo Expands into E-commerce
- Venmo is adding e-commerce features to its platform, enabling users to sell products and services.
- This move allows Venmo to expand beyond P2P payments and compete with other platforms.
Apple Considers Larger iPads
- Apple is considering building larger iPads, potentially similar to Microsoft's Surface Hub.
- This move aligns with the iPad's evolution towards more PC-like functionality.
Binance vs. UK Regulators
- Binance, a crypto exchange, is facing regulatory challenges in the UK.
- Despite this, Binance claims its operations won't be significantly affected.