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Jake Whittenberg gazed across the vast tundra of data in his Excel spreadsheet – a fairly lifeless accounting of the rousing retail market now fueled by legal marijuana in Washington state. (more…)
Jake Whittenberg gazed across the vast tundra of data in his Excel spreadsheet – a fairly lifeless accounting of the rousing retail market now fueled by legal marijuana in Washington state. (more…)
*With the holiday shopping season just around the corner, Microsoft has been partnering with celebrities to promote Bing as a cure for holiday overload. The company is also showcasing new PCs as gift ideas and partnering with Southwest Airlines to offer travelers a free holiday photo with Santa.*
REDMOND, Wash. – Nov. 24, 2010 – As Black Friday looms, Microsoft is trying to help consumers survive the holiday crunch through high-tech gift ideas, a stress-free shopping experience, and even a chance to meet St. Nick himself.
The day after Thanksgiving has long marked the start of the holiday shopping season, and Black Friday has become the busiest shopping day of the year. Microsoft has been busy trying to get out the word that Bing can help shoppers “cut through the clutter this holiday season,” said Lisa Gurry, director of marketing. (more…)