The Best One Yet 👯‍♂️ “T-Pain & Mark Zuckerberg” — Zuck’s rap strategy. Amazon’s Temu dupe. NYC’s rent fee revolution.
Nov 15, 2024
Mark Zuckerberg teams up with T-Pain for a surprisingly catchy rap track, marking his transformation into a more relatable figure. This creative venture aligns with Meta's revamped strategy as Zuckerberg approaches a milestone birthday. On the retail front, Amazon unveils 'Haul,' a new shopping app aimed at competing with budget-friendly rivals like Temu and Shein, although it comes with hidden costs. Meanwhile, NYC is shaking up the rental market by shifting broker fees from renters to landlords, offering a significant relief for tenants.
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Zuck's Rap Debut
- Mark Zuckerberg, Meta's CEO, released a rap song, "Get Low," with T-Pain.
- This seemingly odd collaboration is part of Zuck's broader midlife PR makeover.
Meta's Vibe Shift
- Zuck's new fashion choices, from gold chains to a curly hair fro, aren't just personal.
- They reflect Meta's strategic shift towards good vibes and away from political involvement.
Amazon's Haul
- Amazon launched "Haul," a new feature offering items under $20 to compete with Temu and Shein.
- While prices are lower, shipping is slower, returns are limited, and free shipping has a minimum.
