May 30, 2014

It's official: Apple Buys Dr. Dre Beats Electronics for $3 billion











It's official.  Dr. Dre is set to become the first billionaire in Hip Hop.  Apple Electronics announce today that it has acquired Dr. Dre's Beats Electronics for $3 billion.  According to Forbes, Apple paid $2.6billion cash upfront and gave $400 million in stock that will vest over time.

The $3 billion purchase price includes Beats Music, the sister company that runs a subscription streaming music service.  As part of the deal, Beats co-founder Dr. Dre and Jimmy lovin join Apple in undisclosed roles. 

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