
After GroupOn snubs Google’s acquisition attempt, the search giant creates Google Offers. Will Google’s massive web presence make it a success, or will it be an embarrassing footnote in the coupon rush?

After GroupOn snubs Google’s acquisition attempt, the search giant creates Google Offers. Will Google’s massive web presence make it a success, or will it be an embarrassing footnote in the coupon rush?
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The blog world is abuzz with the news that Google has almost certainly purchased GroupOn for $2.5 Billion, which is a ludicrously high amount. We look at the news and sources below.