When people say "superapp", they’re often referring to apps like China’s WeChat — a one-stop-shop that lets users access everything from food orders to insurance payments.
Analysis
October 18, 2022
Will Europe get a superapp, and who will it be?
Asia has the likes of WeChat, AliPay, Grab and Gojek. But will Europe ever get a superapp of its own?
6 min read
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Amy O'Brien is a freelance reporter covering Italian tech. She was previously Sifted's fintech reporter

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