Google To Launch It’s Groupon Competitor?
Recently I wrote about what retail can learn from Groupon and how Groupon turned down Google’s $6 billion bid. Today I learned that Google is about to launch a Groupon Competitor called: Google Offers
Google seems to be prepariung the launch of Google Offers, the search giant’s Groupon competitor, sources at Mashable reveiled yesterday. A confidential fact sheet from Google says: “Google Offers is a new product to help potential customers and clientele find great deals in their area through a daily email,” the fact sheet says.
Google Offers looks and operates much like Groupon or LivingSocial. Users receive an e-mail with a local deal of the day. They then have the opportunity to buy that deal within a specific time limit.
From what Mashable tells, Google Offers will be powered by Google Checkout. And will also include Facebook, Twitter, Google Reader, Google Buzz and e-mail sharing options.
Mashable’s full article by Ben Parr reveils more very interesting insights. And here you can download the Google Offers fact sheet.
Why do I suddenly feel the rush of a “Social Leaks” firsttimer right now?!
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Well, do you want to help me in finishing this espionage thriller?