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Media: Disruption is the New Order
A couple of things I’ve come across have got me thinking about the media business — broadly speaking — and just how…
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FireScope Puts Google Maps To Use
A company called FireScope is using Google Maps to help its customers keep an eye on things, and although things aren’t off to the strongest possible start – FireScope currently has just seven customers – it’s a very interesting idea.
Is Terry Semel On The Chopping Block?
An article appearing in Yahoo Finance today outlines several missteps that the company has taken, all of which have led to the precarious position it finds itself in when compared to the enormous success and gargantuan search share that Google boasts. Eric Jackson submitted a rather lengthy piece to Yahoo Finance today, and had no qualms about calling out Yahoo CEO Terry Semel, urging that…
Health, Search, And Social Media
People who search for health related issues online are exposed to a large amount of user-generated media. They are frequently relying on corporate, nonprofit and government Web sites along with blogs and other social media according to a study from Envision Solutions done in December.
Quintura’s “See And Find” Interface Gets New Look
Quintura, the “see and find” search engine, went live this morning with a new user interface. Initial reactions were mixed: some people were impressed by it, while others found it a bit messy. Aesthetics may become less of a focus, however, after it was pointed out that Quintura’s search results are little more than a repackaged version of Yahoo’s offerings.
Spooked By Upstart, Google Spills The Beans
Google is set to allow advertisers to bid on where (which websites) their ads appear. The change appears to be in direct response to a New York upstart that's been siphoning a bit of the online ad business.
