What else could Facebook have bought in $ 22 bn? Uganda’s GDP

facebook acqusition same as Uganda GDP

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If you are reading this it’s highly likely that you have used Facebook or one of its acquired products like WhatsApp, Instagram or snaptu. The company has so far spent a thumping $22 billion or more including disclosed acquisitions since it began operations ten years ago.

With the help of an info-graphic, the guys at Marketo have compared the $22 billion to the gross domestic products (GDP) of countries, including our very own Uganda which will come as no surprise given that we are a developing nation. They have also included the net worth of celebrities like Oprah and Bill Gates, the price of making movies of which Facebook current acquisitions surpass hit blockbuster movies like Avatar and Pirates of the Caribbean. Take a look below:

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Roger Bambino
Roger Bambino
The love for gadgets and technology is deeply rooted in his DNA, he is a blogger and really obsessed with cool devices. Roger is the EIC at Techjaja and also he loves creepy movies, and takes you very, very seriously. May be!!
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