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Smart Glasses: Has Google got it wrong?


Despite Google postponing its ‘Glass ‘ project, data glasses were a big topic at the Internet World Germany fair, with seven different models being shown by an independent research company. The stand was one of the most popular areas visited by brands and retailers, and offered a lot of insight around how data glasses could … [Read more…]
Top app development tips: Google reveals secrets to mobile success


With more people using mobile devices to access and make purchases online, Google has published a new App UX report looking at how brands can get the most from their apps. Stephen Griffiths, Google’s Mobile & Cross Platform Advanced Performance Specialist, outlines key principles that marketers, designers and developers need to consider throughout the entire … [Read more…]
Blinkx rebrands video ad platform to ‘RhythmOne’
Blinkx has rebranded to RhythmOne (1R) which is says will make it easier to implement and measure integrated, cross-screen campaigns across its audience footprint.
Can social media win elections? Twitter ‘inspires some to change vote’


UK newspaper the Sun once famous declared it was them “what won” the 1992 general election. But are social networks the new kingmakers of modern politics? New research suggests that 34% of UK Twitter users have changed their vote from one party to another based on something they have seen on the social network.
Right to reply: Biometrics will replace passwords ‘only when consumer trust is won’


Passwords could soon be replaced by a new generation of identity verification devices that read body functions such as heartbeat, glucose levels and vein patterns. Matt White, senior manager in KPMG’s cyber security practice, argues why brands need to win consumer trust before this becomes a reality.