It looks like Facebook Inc. (NASDAQ:FB) is going head-to-head with Google Inc. (NASDAQ:GOOG) for influence in Washington. House.gov reports that Google spent $3.8 million on tech lobbying. Giving it the lead, in lobbying, over Facebook. Microsoft came in second, then Facebook third, … [Read more...]
Twitter poaches executive Thomas de Buhr from Google to head the team Germany
Twitter Inc. (NYSE:TWTR) is really shaking things up. From their new user profiles (similar to Facebook's) and updated algorithms to pushing for more media relationships, Twitter is also poaching executives from Google, as well. In fact, Twitter recently hired Thomas de Buhr. He was … [Read more...]
Google mobile ads update suggests apps based on user history
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Google Inc. (NASDAQ:GOOG) is making good use of their mobile AdWords update. Their highly targeted app ads gauge how you use apps to make suggestions for other apps. So, say you play CandyCrush often, well, you might get an ad promoting a game with similar features. This makes … [Read more...]
Twitter gaining momentum in the mobile advertising space, putting pressure on Facebook
Twitter Inc. (NYSE:TWTR) is increasing the pressure on Facebook (NASDAQ:FB) in the area of mobile app advertising. Despite being rather slow in rolling out new ad products, Twitter is gaining momentum. This is due in part to its closer integration with MoPub and comes very soon after … [Read more...]
Facebook stock trader purchases 30,000 – 8 month put options costing $8.3 million
With Facebook’s earning due out on Wednesday, there has been a significant amount of activity on the market. One trader in particular, seems to have a dim view of Facebook’s financial future and has bought 30,000 8 month put options. The trade, which is one of the biggest Facebook … [Read more...]
Google under fire from one of the largest European media publishers, Axel Springer
Google Inc. (NASDAQ:GOOG) has been accused of becoming a "superstate" by Axel Springer one the largest media publishers in Europe. The attack was launched by Mathias Döpfner, Axel Springer’s chief executive in an open letter published in a reputable German newspaper to Eric Schmidt, … [Read more...]
Facebook is cashing in on its huge India userbase
Facebook Inc. (NASDAQ:FB) is starting to see real gains from reaching the 100 million user mark in India earlier this year as more and more paid advertisers are lured by access to such a large number of potential Indian consumers. The biggest draw to advertising on Facebook is the … [Read more...]
Try Google Glass for free before you buy, “Try before you buy”
Google Inc. (NASDAQ:GOOG) is attempting to lure in new Google Glass buyers by allowing a few to try it before they buy it. This type of marketing and selling technique seems to be a creative alternative for those on the fence about the product. However, it is not a new concept. For … [Read more...]
New Facebook feature “Nearby Friends” lets you track friends in real-time
If you are wondering where your Facebook Inc. (NASDAQ:FB) friends are, do not fret. Facebook is setting up a new feature called "Nearby Friends." This app uses location information so that you can track your friends in real time. If any of them are not answering your texts, at least … [Read more...]
New algorithm developed by Google and reCAPTCHA being used to decipher hard to read Google Street View data
The data from Google’s Street View cars is being screened through an advanced new algorithm developed by Google and reCAPTCHA. The new algorithm is designed to filter the data in order to identify difficult to read objects such as street numbers. This algorithm is ground breaking … [Read more...]
New Trojan app named “Qadars” targeting Android phone users who visit Facebook
There is a new cyber threat for Android Facebook Inc. (NASDAQ:FB) users in the form of a Trojan app called Qadars. This is a new Tojan variant that introduces a JavaScript code directly into a users Facebook page when they open their browser. Qadars is especially dangerous as it … [Read more...]
Study shows people use Facebook to make love connections
A new study shows that individuals who add love interests as "friends" on Facebook Inc. (NASDAQ:FB), while currently in a romantic relationship, have a low level of commitment to their significant other. Although this may seem obvious to some, the study wanted concrete evidence before … [Read more...]
Twitter hires Google Maps Director Daniel Graf to head consumer products division
Twitter Inc. (NYSE:TWTR) has a new acquisition, former Google Maps Director, Daniel Graf. He will lead Twitter's consumer products division as its new vice president. Graf is also an expert when it comes to mobile apps. However, he has not tweeted much according to his Twitter … [Read more...]
Google Glass owners become target for physical and verbal attacks
Because of rising gentrification, the anti-tech crowd seem to be increasing their tensions with Google Inc. (NASDAQ:GOOG). In addition, Google Glass seems to be one of the main points of contention. This is especially true in San Francisco, which is quickly being labeled the "New … [Read more...]
10 new Adwords products coming April 22nd
On April 22, Jerry Dischler, VP of Product Management for Google Inc. (NASDAQ:GOOG) AdWords will be unveiling over 10 new AdWords products. These features have been developed over the past year, and they are soon-to-be released from beta. Analysts do nott believe that any of the … [Read more...]
Google found a new way to invade your privacy without consent
It looks like Google Inc. (NASDAQ:GOOG) is continuing along its course to increase its creepiness factor. If you were worried about having your images taken (without your consent) by overzealous Google Glass users, just wait until you hear this. Google now has a pending patent for a … [Read more...]
WhatsApp may cause Facebook to violate Section 5 of the Federal Trade Commission Act
Although the FTC approved the Facebook Inc. (NASDAQ:FB) acquisition of WhatsApp; it wants to make sure that WhatsApp keeps its promises of maintaining the privacy of its users. Jessica Rich, the director of the FTC's Bureau of Consumer Protection, sent a letter stating: "WhatsApp … [Read more...]
Almost half of the 974 million Twitter accounts may be fake
Twitter Inc. (NYSE:TWTR) may claim to have 241 million active monthly users, but how many of them are actually Tweeting? In a new report released by Twocharts, the website that tracks Twitter account activity, states that around 44% of the 974 million registered accounts have never … [Read more...]
Project Ara Module Development Kits now available for developers
Google Inc. (NASDAQ:GOOG) has announced that it is now able to offer the first version of the Project Ara Module Development Kits (MDKs) free of charge to developers. Project Ara was a project that Google got from Motorola during its time as the owner of the company before Google sold … [Read more...]
One day only Google Glass Sale, Tuesday April 15th starting at 6 a.m
Google Inc. (NASDAQ:GOOG) has finally decided to open the floodgates for the Google Glass. The catch? It is only for one day! On Tuesday April 15th from 6 a.m. anyone who wants to spend $1500 to get their very own Goggle Glass will have the opportunity to become a "Glass Explorer" as … [Read more...]
