Facebook scraps 'Credits' for local currency
Facebook is to phase out its Credits payments system in favour of users using real money in local currency to buy goods and services within the site.
Right to reply- Small firms not keeping up with technology
This week, a report from the European Commission’s Digital Agenda found that British businesses are ‘not keeping up with technology’. Adam Stewart, Marketing Director Rakuten’s Play.com, argues why the internet should be a liberation, rather than a hindrance, for SMEs.
Facebook marketing – 7 ways earned and paid media can drive sales
Facebook now accounts for accounts for 1 in every 7 minutes spent online, but how can brands harness both earned and paid media on the social network to drive sales? Online research firm comScore has launched a new report outlining how to get the most out of the platform.
Global Facebook audience growth over past 5 years- Latin America leads the way
Facebook’s reach amongst the total internet audience has continued to increase over the past five years across all regions, according to research from comScore.
Facebook buys facial recognition firm
Facebook has bought Israel-based Face.com for an undisclosed sum, bolstering its facial recognition software.
Social media SEO- Facebook and Twitter ‘now play key role in Google search rankings'
The number of Facebook and Twitter shares a website accumulates is playing an increasingly crucial role in determining their Google search ranking, according to new research.
Social media SEO- Facebook and Twitter ‘now play key role in Google search rankings’
The number of Facebook and Twitter shares a website accumulates is playing an increasingly crucial role in determining their Google search ranking, according to new research.
Microsoft to buy social collaboration tool Yammer for $1.2bn?
Business-based social collaboration tool Yammer has agreed to acquisition by Microsoft for $1.2 billion, according to a news report.
Latin America most Socially-Engaged global region- report
More than 127 million Latin Americans ages 15 and older visited a social networking destination from a home or work computer in April 2012, with the average visitor spending 7.5 hours social networking during the month, according to new research.
Android Phones in India- smartphones and social media fuel web growth
Social Networking is one of the top activities for smartphone users in India, fueled by the simultaneous growth of social media and smartphone adoption in the country. Social networking apps offer seamless integration with other phone functions enabling instant photo sharing, updates, and website links and more.