Posts Tagged ‘Social media’
Findable Data on Facebook
Facebook has unleashed a new function that will make everything you post publicly to the site searchable. This interesting information came from Tech Insider in their article, “Facebook is going to make everything you post publicly easily searchable.” This function is called Search FYI and will organize search results hierarchically. This way, users can see what news sources, friends…
Read MoreWhere are you searching?
Social media is no longer just for entertainment. It is an important source of information for many purposes. Creditors and potential employers are starting to rely on information found in social media to determine reliability and honesty. But few industries are using it as much as in legal cases. It can often yield the most…
Read MoreSafety on the Internet
Security while traveling on the information super highway is always a concern. However, for young people, there is a less anxious attitude towards online security. This interesting information came to us from FCW in their article, “Millennials don’t even know what cybersecurity is.” Today’s young people are considered technically savvy because they grew up with computers in their…
Read MoreSocial Data Can Add Value
In an interesting use of social media, the United States Treasury Department announced the latest news about a woman being on the new $10 bill on Twitter. This information was brought to us by FCW in their article, “Treasury takes to Twitter to tout 10.” The Twittersphere responded vigorously and that energy was shared across other social…
Read MoreArtificial Intelligence in the Social Media Realm
Twitter is making artificial intelligence efforts a priority. They are seeking experts to fill out a new team called ‘Cortex.’ Business Insider brought this news to us in their article, “Here’s what we know about ‘Cortex,’ Twitter’s new artificial intelligence group focused on understanding content.” As they try to keep up with Google and Facebook…
Read MoreFriends of Friends
Most online social and dating networks match users with each other based on common keywords and assumed shared interests based on their activity. However, there is a new and different approach with a greater likelihood of positive connections. This interesting information came from Phys.org in their article, “New approach to online compatibility.” Current algorithms work in…
Read MoreAdding Dimensions to Your Customer Engagement
Networked Insights has launched a new analytics capability called Pinpoint that allows marketers to determine why a metric is up or down within seconds. Business Wire brought this news to our attention in their article, “Real-Time Technology from Networked Insights Makes Big Data Actionable for Brands.” This new technology is available through their platform known as…
Read MoreThe Value of Social Data
Social media is no longer just about entertainment or visiting with friends. Gone are the days (mostly) when employers blocked or discouraged social media activity, because they have seen where employee participation can increase the value of opinion and contribution. All employees, regardless of their title or role, become customer service agents. TechRepublic brought this interesting…
Read MoreShow Me the Money
By 2025, the Winklevoss twins, more known for their legal battles with former classmate Mark Zuckerberg over Facebook, predicts a “cashless society” will dominate with the virtual currency bitcoin.
Read MoreThe Impact on Our Lives
Social media impacts communication, marketing, and news – to name just a few of the obvious ones. A recent survey report issued by the Pew Research Center’s Internet & American Life Project indicates that the internet and social media are integral to the arts in America.
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