Docomo boosts content and apps €224m Buongiorno deal
Japanese mobile network operator NTT Docomo has bought Italian mobile Internet content and apps provider Buongiorno, in a bid to strengthen its platform businesses overseas.
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Social search overtakes traditional directories for new customer acquisition
In the digitally advanced markets, social is moving ahead of directories as the main way small businesses get new customers. Latest research in the UK shows the scale of the channel shift, with more than a third of small firms are using Facebook for marketing (vs 27% using local directories). Twitter is also playing a … [Read more…]
Apple to ditch Google Maps for 3D maps
Apple is set to replace Google Maps with 3D mapping software developed in-house, as the rivalry between the two digital giants intensifies, according to a news report.
Facebook tests paid promotions for just $2
Facebook is testing a new ad format aimed at individuals and small groups, offering promoted posts for just $2.
Google looks to boost web chat tools with Meebo buy
Google is in talks to buy messaging app, Meebo, for as much as $100 million, according to reports in US media.
Just 1 in 10 consumers 'willing to pay for online content'
Most consumers believe the internet as we know it would ‘disappear’ without ads, but most want want more information about the online ads they see and only 1 in 10 are willing to pay for advertising-free content, according to a new survey.
Just 1 in 10 consumers ‘willing to pay for online content’
Most consumers believe the internet as we know it would ‘disappear’ without ads, but most want want more information about the online ads they see and only 1 in 10 are willing to pay for advertising-free content, according to a new survey.
US smartphone trends: 82% of mobile usage spent on apps
Apps are driving the lions share of engagement on mobile usage in the US, representing 82% (over 4 in every 5) of mobile media minutes, according to new research.
Yahoo boss quits amid 'fake CV' claims
Yahoo’s Chief Executive Officer Scott Thompson has stepped down after just four months at the helm, following claims his CV featured a computer science degree that he never received.
Yahoo boss quits amid ‘fake CV’ claims
Yahoo’s Chief Executive Officer Scott Thompson has stepped down after just four months at the helm, following claims his CV featured a computer science degree that he never received.