
Facebook Has bought WhatsApp for $19 billion, which includes retention bonuses.
This acquisition shows the lengths that Facebook will go to preserve their market share as the platform for the social web.
“WhatsApp is on
a path to connect 1 billion people. The services that reach that
milestone are all incredibly valuable,” said Mark Zuckerberg, Facebook
founder and CEO. “I’ve known Jan for a long time and I’m excited to
partner with him and his team to make the world more open and
connected.”
Facebook Buys WhatsApp For $19 Billion
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February 21, 2014
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Reviewed by seniorman
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February 21, 2014
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