Dictionary.com Gets New Leadership in Yahoo/Microsoft Vet

Ask's Dictionary.com has appointed a new President - Shravan Goli. He replaces Doug Leeds, who was named President of Ask.com-U.S., in October.  Goli will report to Scott Garell, President of Ask Networks, and will be responsible for leading the strategy and overall business for Dictionary.com.

Google Analytics API Gets New Features

Google has launched some new features for the Google Analytics API. These include support for advanced segments and 48 new metrics around goal performance, as well as goal configuration data.

Verify Your Place Page in Google’s Local Search Results

When you find a business on Google Maps and click "more info", you will be taken to that business' "Place Page." These are the pages that Google introduced a while back that essentially gather content related to that particular business in one place. One might find photos, coupons, reviews, etc. on the Place Page.

NBC Launches Social Media Game On Facebook And Twitter

NBC is introducing a new social media game aimed at promoting the network's series "Chuck" by getting fans to spread the word about the program on social networking sites. The game called "Mission: Chuck Me Out" allows fans to use Facebook, Twitter and MySpace or the Chuck Me Out website to talk about the show.