Social Media

Social media are interactive computer-mediated technologies that facilitate the creation and sharing of information, ideas, career interests and other forms of expression via virtual communities and networks.

Instagram Aims To ‘Unlock’ Value Through Shopping Features

Instagram Aims To ‘Unlock’ Value Through Shopping Features
Instagram Aims To ‘Unlock’ Value Through Shopping Features
June 25, 2019  |  Retail

Through a long-term vision to take on the desire of users to window shop and amp up retail, Instagram Head Adam Mosseri seeks to “connect...

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Facebook Recruits Blockchain Program Manager
Facebook Recruits Blockchain Program Manager
June 24, 2019  |  Facebook / Meta

Facebook is reportedly seeking “to hire a finance program manager in blockchain,” according to a new job posting. Get the Full Story Complete the form to...

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Facebook’s Sandberg Says Regulate, Don’t Break Up Big Tech
Facebook’s Sandberg Says Regulate, Don’t Break Up Big Tech
June 19, 2019  |  Legal & Regulation

In an appearance at the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity, Facebook Chief Operating Officer Sheryl Sandberg said the social media platform didn’t anticipate the...

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Twitch Buys Bebo In eSports Push
Twitch Buys Bebo In eSports Push
June 18, 2019  |  Partnerships

To strengthen its eSports efforts, Amazon-owned streaming video site Twitch has acquired Bebo. The two platforms are said to work on growing the eSports business...

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Why Pets Are Pulling Retail Innovation’s Leash
Why Pets Are Pulling Retail Innovation’s Leash
June 18, 2019  |  Retail

Pet retail is having a moment, with innovation and other efforts helping merchants better reach owners of dogs, cats and other household animals. The new...

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Amazon’s Social Network Spark Goes Dark
Amazon’s Social Network Spark Goes Dark
June 16, 2019  |  Amazon

After rolling out only about two years ago, shopping social network Amazon Spark has reportedly recently left Amazon’s apps and the internet. The feature reportedly...

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Social App TikTok Continues Growth, Looks To Monetize Users
Social App TikTok Continues Growth, Looks To Monetize Users
June 14, 2019  |  Social Commerce

Popular social video app TikTok has been growing rapidly and is now starting to focus on monetization and advertising, according to a report by TechCrunch....

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Lost Pet Posters Get A Digital Upgrade
Lost Pet Posters Get A Digital Upgrade
June 14, 2019  |  Innovation

The traditional method of finding a lost pet worked well enough. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited...

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