Through history, there have been many Internet companies that have shied away from millions—even billions—of dollars thrown at its doorstep by larger corporations with hopes of acquiring a hot new property. Some turned out just fine without the infusion of money, while others would have benefited from being bought. Even Facebook, which had the biggest IPO in Internet history, was once courted by Microsoft. Luckily, Zuckerberg new better and waited it out. Check out 10 Internet companies that turned down huge buyouts and decide for yourself which one was wildin' and which one was smart.
10 Internet Companies That Turned Down Huge Buyouts
Were these starups smart or foolish for turning down millions and billions?
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