IBM, SAP Form Partnership

IBM partners with ASAP to use its data centers, enhancing cloud services as hardware demand declines. Halo exits the North American market due to high costs, refocusing on Europe and Asia with new services. Qualcomm acquires CSR, expanding its product range in smartphone technology.

What is the primary reason for IBM's partnership with ASAP?

• To expand its hardware business

• To enter the European market

• To keep pace with new competitors

• To develop a new software platform

Why did the Halo taxi app exit the North American market?

• Due to low demand

• To merge with Uber

• To focus on a new app

• Because of high operational costs

What new focus areas did Halo plan after exiting North America?

• Expanding in South America

• Partnering with local taxi services

• Developing a new taxi model

• Focusing on Europe and Asia

What was the value of Qualcomm's acquisition of CSR?

• $2.5 billion

• $1 billion

• $3 billion

• $4 billion

What advantage does Qualcomm gain from acquiring CSR?

• Access to new markets

• More products for smartphones

• A new headquarters in the UK

• Increased hardware production