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In a recent event that caught the attention of the technology world. An iPhone 14 Pro Max for a surprising price of R$6.2 million in a virtual auction by the Federal Revenue Service. This unusual event, which occurred last Wednesday, generated curiosity and speculation.
Initially, the minimum bid for the device was just R$2,389.00. However, the competition for the iPhone took an unexpected turn when a computer company entered the competition, raising the bid to R$6 million, beating the previous offer of R$6,187.00.
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Federal Revenue Service suggested a typo in the price of the iPhone
THE Federal Revenue suggested that the astronomical bid could be a typo, a situation not unheard of in auctions. In addition to this iPhone, the winning company also won five other lots of cell phones of the same make and model, with values ranging from R$5,500 to R$7,500, more in line with the market.
The IRS clarified that, in cases of typing errors without bad faith, the winning bidder must pay at least 10% of the amount offered. However, it was not clear whether this rule would apply in this specific case. It was not just this iPhone that reached high values at the auction.
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However, six lots of the same model were sold for amounts ranging from R$1.05 million to R$2.5 million, purchased by individuals. These amounts, significantly above the market price, highlight the unpredictable and sometimes irrational nature of auctions.
The dynamics of auctions
Auctions are known for their competitive nature and sometimes surprising results. Participants, motivated by the desire to acquire unique or rare items, often raise bids well beyond the market value of the products.
This Federal Revenue event is a clear example of this dynamic, where the dispute and emotion of the moment can lead to extraordinary offers.
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