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Twitter is for Old People?

I heard a story on NPR yesterday where they talked to kids about social networks. The popular opinion (at least among the…

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MySpace Introduces New Music Features

MySpace is making a big push to reposition itself in the social networking space by introducing a number of new music offerings. The social network has rolled out what it calls a new comprehensive MySpace Music Video experience, a MySpace Artist Dashboard, and the ability for users to now purchase music on iTunes. "Artist Dashboard and Music Videos are an important step forward in our…

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Coca-Cola Calls On Bloggers For Global Social Media Campaign

Coca-Cola has launched a social media campaign that will send three bloggers to more than 200 countries over the period of a year. The campaign called "Expedition 206" is part of the beverage makers Open Happiness marketing effort launched at the beginning of the year. Coca-Cola has selected nine finalists and is allowing fans to make the final decision by voting for their favorite candidates…

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Is Twitter Smart to Ditch the Suggested User List?

Twitter CEO Evan Willams made some comments at the Web 2.0 Summit in San Francisco that have some Twitter enthusiasts in debate. He reportedly said that he wants to retire the Suggested User List (SUL) as the company prepares to launch its highly anticipated "Lists" feature.

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Yahoo Partners With GroupM On Branded Content Deal

Yahoo has partnered with WPP's GroupM Entertainment to help marketers incorporate their brands into original online programming. The programs will appear across Yahoo's network of media properties, including news, sports, finance and entertainment. "Marketers need big, ground-breaking ideas that engage and delight consumers, and this partnership with Yahoo! will enable them to create unique high value relationships," said GroupM Entertainment Worldwide CEO Peter Tortorici, who…

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