Social networking in Russia is huge, with users spending twice the global average time in online hangouts. However, the landscape is very different from Western markets, with Facebook and Google overshadowed by the likes of Odnoklassniki, Moimir and VK in terms of user numbers. We take a look at the top 4 social networks in … [Read more…]
US-based agency Digitas is merging with Dutch agency LBi, as parent company Publicis looks to consolidate its global digital marketing network.
Irish and German regulators have confirmed that Facebook has deleted all trace of European facial recognition data, following a privacy outcry last year.
Amazon has been granted with a patent to re-sell digital content, in a move that could pose a problem for media owners.
Facebook is facing legal action over the use of its “like” button and other social networking features, after the widow of a Dutch programmer claims Facebook is using patented technology.
Last year, Carling Black Label ran a mobile campaign inviting South African soccer fans to ‘Be The Coach’. Using mobile voting users selected the team and make live substitutions in a huge South African soccer game. This case study looks at how the campaign generated almost 450% traffic increase to its Facebook page and a … [Read more…]
Google has signed a deal with Freesat to launch a YouTube TV channel in the UK, as it looks to rival traditional broadcasters in terms of video ad revenue.
Twitter has bought Bluefin Labs to help it monitor social media buzz related to TV shows.
LinkedIn has surpassed 200m registered users, announcing profits more than double what market analysts were expecting.
The BBC is to premiere 40 hours of content of its iPlayer service ahead on TV, as it looks to reposition itself as a leader in the digital market.