MaaS Global, creator of Whim app, acquired by umob following bankruptcy
After filing for bankruptcy in March 2024, MaaS Global and the technology behind the Whim Mobility-as-a-Service app have been acquired by umob.
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After filing for bankruptcy in March 2024, MaaS Global and the technology behind the Whim Mobility-as-a-Service app have been acquired by umob.
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