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Why Snapchat is investing in Gen Z resale fashion app, Galaxy

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The capital will also support a hefty marketing push to onboard more sellers, including brands. This allowed new commerce models to emerge, such as Nasty Gal Vintage, which began in 2006. In 2021, the global resale clothing market was valued at US$96 billion. Reduce, reuse, resell.

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From a cartoon mouse to a global giant: how Walt Disney conquered the world

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Buyouts and a cultural behemoth In 2006 Disney bought Pixar, in 2009 it bought Marvel and in 2012 it bought Lucasfilm. Since 1986, Disney have tried to keep it out of circulation, although clips can be found online. As Disney turns 100, with a market capitalisation today of more than US$150 billion, that’s some dream come true.