Google Finance Undergoing Tests

If you happen to know any Google Finance users, have pity on them - they're probably feeling a bit disconcerted (and not just because the Dow's down 254.16 points).  Google Finance is testing some new site designs, and feedback so far has been less than positive.

Online Ad Revenue Up 10.6%

Internet advertising revenues in the U.S. remain solid, reaching $23 billion in 2008, according to a new report from the Interactive Advertising Bureau (IAB) and PricewaterhouseCoopers. Overall 2008 revenues totaled a record $23.4 billion, surpassing 2007's record of $21.2 billion by $2.2 billion or 10.6 percent.

Newspapers Are A Dying Breed, Will You Miss Them?

I don’t read the Raleigh News & Observer during the week, but I do enjoy reading it at the weekend. There’s something relaxing and familiar about reading printed news with my coffee and breakfast. As much as I enjoy the experience, I’ve noticed that more and more ads are filling up the pages–with less articles, and in some cases, complete sections being retired.

Twitter Looking For Celebrity Sitter

Twitter knows which side its bread is buttered and knows that celebrity (and politician) use of the microblogging service are what keeps in the media spotlight. The company is looking to hire a “VIP concierge” to make sure its famous tweeters are taken care of.