E-Commerce Minute

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E-Commerce Minute: Thursday -- August 6, 2015

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The Transformational AT&T, DirecTV Merger
Report: Apple Is Kicking the MVNO Tires
Gamifying Sales Comp

Today's Story Highlights

The Transformational AT&T, DirecTV Merger
AT&T's acquisition of DirecTV is more than a merger -- it is a
transformational event that could change the entire television space. It
has the potential to create such intense competition that it very well
could transform the entire television space -- meaning cable TV,
satellite TV and IPTV -- and blend it with wireless. It means more
choice and more innovation.
http://www.ecommercetimes.com/story/82346.html

Report: Apple Is Kicking the MVNO Tires
Apple is in discussions to become a mobile virtual network operator in
both Europe and the United States, where it's already running a trial of
its service, according to a media report. The MVNO idea may not advance
beyond the test phase -- and if it does, it likely won't happen for some
time -- at least five years. However, Apple on Tuesday issued a denial
that it has held MVNO discussions.
http://www.ecommercetimes.com/story/82342.html

Gamifying Sales Comp
Microsoft earlier this week announced that it has bought
FantasySalesTeam, a sales gamification platform. The intent of the
product is to boost sales productivity. The gaming part is designed
after some aspects of fantasy sports leagues in which participants build
a team from known professional athletes and try to beat other teams. The
team aspect makes everyone more competitive.
http://www.ecommercetimes.com/story/82343.html

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