JPMorgan to invest $500m in online media firms
JPMorgan is planning on starting a fund of between $500 million and $750 million to invest in internet and digital media companies, according to a news report.
UK’s LittleGossip network shut down after cyber-bullies take over
LittleGossip, a UK based social Network which allowed young people to anonymously spread rumours about their peers online, has shut down after claims of cyber-bullying.
Facebook brand ‘Pages’ get profile-style revamp
Facebook Pages are getting an upgrade that will make them look and work more like user profiles.
Top tips: Social meets Email- How marketers can optimise the opportunity
With Valentine’s Day fast approaching, one relationship that is really beginning to blossom is the one between email and social media. Kara Trivunovic, senior director of strategic services at StrongMail explains how integrating the two mediums can be a match made in heaven, when it comes to generating revenue.
Fashion comparison site StyleCompare goes live in UK
StyleCompare, a new fashion comparison website, has launched this week in partnership with a number of major retailers including ASOS and TopShop.
Metrodome appoints social media agency to create film buzz
Metrodome Distribution, the film distributor behind movies such as Donnie Darko and Monster, has appointed White Hat Media as its first social media agency to boost online presence of film releases and encourage audience participation.
Twitter valued at $10bn as Google and Facebook both mull takeover bids
Twitter has been in talks with potential buyers, including Facebook and Google, who could take control of the micro-blogging site for as much as $10bn, according to a news report.
Right to reply: Cybercrime gets commoditised with $25 Facebook malware toolkit
Facebook attacks are becoming commoditised, with cheap toolkits providing potential cybercriminals with access to users’ Facebook accounts, according to an investigation by Websense.
Google takes on Facebook Places and Foursquare with Latitude check-in tool
Google has updated its location service Latitude, letting mobile users check into spots on the go.
Social Media ‘drives just 3% of retail site visits’
Social media interactions are a primary influence for just three percent of visitors to e-retail websites in the UK, according to new research.