Alex kicks off the show looking at DuckDuckGo, an internet search engine that emphasizes protecting searchers' privacy and avoiding the filter bubble of personalized search results, and their recently announced $100m secondary investment. The episode also takes a look at claims that the COVID pandemic has accelerated the shift to eCommerce by 5 years, and Huawei's announcement that their mobile operating system, HarmonyOS, is now the #3 OS in the world. The show closes out with a look at Amazon's statement on its battle against fake reviews, Prime Day 2021, and Etsy acquiring peer-to-peer social shopping app Depop. Originally Aired: 06/25/21 #DuckDuckGo #Huawei #Depop — ? Grab a copy of the Amazon Best Seller Modern Monopolies: https://amzn.com/B017RC8CBC ❓ Are you part of a large enterprise interested in spinning out a platform business? Connect with us here: https://resources.applicoinc.com/wta-contact/ ? Listen to an audio version of the WTA Podcast here: https://anchor.fm/winnertakeall At Applico, we identify untapped, intrinsic assets that give existing enterprises an enormous advantage to spin-out new tech companies. WisdomTree licensed Applico's Platform Insights Data Product to aid in the creation of the PLAT ETF. ... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IJsI10qdnH0

Join us for an insightful mini interview with Matt McKinney, the Co-Founder and CEO of Loop. In this engaging conversation, Alex Moazed, CEO of Applico and co-host of the 2023 Innovators Summit, delves into the intriguing world of supply chain optimization and payment processing solutions. Discover Loop's Mission Loop is on a mission to liberate trapped profits within the supply chain. McKinney elaborates on the critical issue of invoices not aligning with contracted costs, resulting in the loss of valuable capital and profits. With thousands of complex contracts and billions of paper documents complicating global trade, reconciling invoices becomes a significant challenge. Loop simplifies the process, empowering you to understand your financial flow with unmatched clarity. Why This Matters Did you know that a staggering 20% of invoices contain errors, and some payments can take up to 50 days to process? This not only affects businesses but also locks liquidity in the global financial system, impacting GDP. Loop aims to decrease costs and pass on those savings to customers, preventing increased consumer prices. Matt McKinney's Journey to Loop Before founding Loop, Matt McKinney played a pivotal role at Uber, leading the data science team for shippers and carriers. During this time, he witnessed the inefficiencies in the back office that were often overlooked. Recognizing the potential of data-driven solutions, McKinney embarked on a journey to transform the industry. Loop's Recent Success and Fundraising Loop recently closed a Series B funding round, securing an impressive $35 million led by JP Morgan and Index Ventures, known for their investments in groundbreaking fintech companies. This brings Loop's total financing to approximately $65 million, a testament to the confidence placed in their transformative solutions. Beyond Freight Audit and Bill Pay Loop's foundational product-market fit is just the beginning. As they expand their reach, they are poised to solve a range of issues for B2B distributors, from contracts and invoices to payments. By automating and streamlining processes, Loop empowers your team to focus on analysis rather than repetitive tasks. Join Us at the Innovators Summit Don't miss Matt McKinney's speaking engagement during the morning of November 15th and a special panel discussion on the evening of November 14th, where Loop will delve into the world of payments and financing. With one-on-one meetings and in-depth discussions throughout the event, you'll have the opportunity to explore how Loop can revolutionize your business. The 2023 Innovators Summit is dedicated to bringing together innovative technology companies like Loop to address the evolving needs of distributors. We look forward to welcoming you to this exciting event! — ? Grab a copy of the Amazon Best Seller Modern Monopolies: https://amzn.com/B017RC8CBC ❓ Are you part of a large enterprise interested in spinning out a platform business? Connect with us here: https://resources.applicoinc.com/wta-contact/ ? Listen to an audio version of the WTA Podcast here: https://anchor.fm/winnertakeall At Applico, we identify untapped, intrinsic assets that give existing enterprises an enormous advantage to spin-out new tech companies. WisdomTree licensed Applico's Platform Insights Data Product to aid in the creation of the PLAT ETF. ... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eKqQNWD6NKI