Google, an American multinational technology company that specializes in Internet-related services and products, completed a $550m investment in JD.com, a technology-driven e-commerce company. “This partnership with Google opens up a broad range of possibilities to offer a superior retail experience to consumers throughout the world. This marks an important step in the process of modernizing global retail. As we celebrate our June 18 anniversary sale, this partnership opens a new chapter in our history,” Jianwen Liao, JD.com Chief Strategy Officer.