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Phoebe Gates' App Accused of Cookie Scheme
12 Aug
Summary
- Phoebe Gates knew app claimed commission for un-driven sales.
- App automatically set cookies to claim sales credit.
- Internal communications reviewed by Bloomberg confirmed details.
Internal communications indicate that Phoebe Gates, daughter of tech magnate Bill Gates, was aware of features within her shopping app, Phia, that allegedly claimed commissions for sales not directly facilitated by the app. Evidence suggests that from at least December 18, the app was configured to automatically set cookies.
This automatic cookie placement allowed Phia to take credit and commission for products sold, regardless of whether a shopper actively engaged with the app's promotional features. These revelations stem from an internal Slack discussion that Bloomberg reviewed, with details confirmed by individuals familiar with the matter.
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