Blacksky launches Acorn to help creators build independent communities
Blacksky has launched Acorn, a decentralized platform for organizations and creators to build independent communities, with pricing roughly between $100 and $150 per month.
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Amazon has launched a global supply chain service for businesses, directly challenging major logistics providers like UPS and FedEx with its internal infrastructure.
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