DISNEY PLANS UNIFIED 'SUPER APP' UNDER NEW CEO
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Disney CEO Josh D'Amaro is pursuing a consolidated app strategy to streamline the company's digital experience. The move reflects his broader effort to simplify how customers interact with Disney's services.
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