Cut off because of coronavirus? Connect with Marco Polo walkie-talkie video app
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Effect of being homebound during the coronavirus shutdown has had folks looking for novel ways to stay in touch with other people, and word has spread fast about Marco Polo. "Chat apps are great if you have lots of free time," says Vlada Bortnik, who co-founded Marco Polo with husband Michal and serves as the CEO. The walkie-talkie video app saw a surge in downloads in recent weeks

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