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Google and Spotify team up on new ‘User Choice Billing’ for Android, putting pressure on Apple

March 24, 2022
Spotify is giving Android users more ways to pay when downloading the app from the Google Play Store. “User Choice Billing” provides the option to pay for a subscription through either Spotify’s payment system or with Google Play billing.  Spotify has made clear it will communicate with users about its Premium subscription service as well as promote discounts and promotions. It will also…
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With electric bikes exploding in popularity in the US, is a new wave of light electric motorcycles next?

March 24, 2022
Electric bicycles have long been popular forms of transportation in Europe and Asia, but the last few years have seen sales skyrocket in the US. As Americans embrace these convenient personal electric vehicles with open arms, could a coming wave of new light electric motorcycles be the next step for Americans eager to cut their dependence on the pump? Electric bicycles were already a booming…
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Realme GT 2 Pro is launching in India on April 7 after all

March 24, 2022
A couple of days ago, Realme’s Indian branch announced that the Realme GT 2 Pro would launch in India on April 7. However, that tweet was deleted shortly, suggesting a change in plans. But that’s not the case since Realme today announced that the GT 2 Pro will…
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Google, YouTube details response to the war in Ukraine [Update: Google News blocked in Russia]

March 24, 2022
With the war in Ukraine ongoing, Google today detailed its company-wide response to the conflict with a focus on the “safety and security of our employees, users, and customers.” Update 3/23: Google News has been blocked in Russia by the country’s Roskomnadzor communications regulator (via Reuters). This includes the mobile apps and website, with the company confirming that the lack of…
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Hertz adds Tesla Model Y to its fleet after giant deal for 100,000 Model 3s

March 24, 2022
Hertz has decided to add Tesla Model Y to its growing electric vehicle fleet after announcing a deal to buy 100,000 Model 3 vehicles last year. Last year, Hertz announced an important effort to electrify its fleet of rental cars, led by a massive purchase of 100,000 Tesla Model 3 vehicles. The news sent Tesla’s stock to record highs despite some confusion around the agreement. Tesla didn’t…
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