Twitter and Facebook users warned against posting abuse online
The UK Government’s top legal adviser has issued a new warning over abusive tweets and Facebook posts.
Top global brands on Facebook- Fan engagement highest in emerging markets (infographic)
Just days before the most anticipated initial public offering in history, new data looks at how powerful the 901 million-member Facebook platform is for big brands looking to expand their global footprint and penetrate emerging markets.
New Yahoo boss rallies the troops with staff memo
Ross Levinsohn, global media chief at Yahoo, has been named interim CEO after Scott Thompson resigned over the weekend. In this leaked staff memo he aims to raise morale by highlighting how “In spite of the very bumpy road we’ve traveled, we are achieving genuine and meaningful successes in the marketplace every day and heading … [Read more…]
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…]
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.
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.
Facebook could face year-long antitrust probe into Instagram deal
Facebook’s Instagram deal could be delayed by as long as a year after a federal agency launched an investigation into the $1bn purchase.
Google+ debuts webcam community with live ‘Hangouts On Air’
Google is launching its much-hyped ‘Hangouts On Air’ feature on its Google+ social network, offering users a webcam community that lets groups broadcast and share video live.