Pinterest’s Big IPO Bet is E-Commerce: Can It Beat Instagram and Amazon?

Pinterest, one of the most widely utilized photos sharing platforms for content creators, artists, and casual users, has filed its S-1 form to conduct an initial public offering (IPO). In its post-IPO era, Pinterest is reportedly planning to expand into the e-commerce market, competing against the likes of Instagram, Amazon, and Walmart. Depending on the success of its initiative to create an e-commerce-enabled platform, Pinterest may be able to secure a new source of revenue it is yet to touch