Matt Cutts Suggests Summer Of Code Projects

There's still some time before any deadlines relating to the 2008 Google Summer of Code pass.  So, in the event you're looking for ideas, Matt Cutts has suggested 21 possible projects.

More Advertisers Trying Mobile Coupons

Around thirty percent of cell phone users are interested in receiving mobile coupons according to a new report by JupiterResearch, "Mobile Coupons: Identifying New Opportunities Beyond Early Trials."Over the next year, more advertisers are expected to explore the interest in using mobile coupons but anticipated growth will be in the single digits. To be successful such mobile tactics must focus on relevant offers, bring value…

SXSW Crowd Turns On Reporter

BusinessWeek's Sarah Lacy says she did her best interviewing Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg during yesterday's SXSW keynote. The (hostile) crowd there begs to differ.Add to the drama a quote destined for the annals of the Professional Journalism Hall of Fame, if there is such a thing, a message to the crowd from Ms. Lacy:

SXSW Swag

As anyone who has been to SXSW (a huge music, film and interactive conference happening now in Austin, TX) knows, after you have registered for your badge, you have the chance to go downstairs to a different room where you will pick up your "big bag."  It's the canvas bag with all the brochures, flyers, magazines, and other assorted free stuff that you get as…