Tag Archives: local

Social Networks: Local VS Global

Local social networks across the world are under pressure by the spread of Facebook. Smaller, local players seem to be no match for the worldwide network. The question arises: Will they survive? A European case shows they can.

The big turnaround kicked off when Facebook started publishing in multiple languages in 2007. Two years ago Skyrock still was the undisputed champion of social networking in France, with Tuenti holding the title in Spain. By now, the American network can…

Check-In Or Watch Your Reputation Check-Out

Originally posted on Travis Murdock’s Blog.

Guide to location-based services, such as Foursquare and Gowalla, for PR and marketing professionals.

I checked in on Foursquare as I arrived at a networking event the other day and I was greeted with a free drink if I showed my phone to the bartender. My excitement grew when Foursquare notified me that the restaurant across…

Notes From ad:tech Chicago: "It’s Not The Last Chapter; It Is Merely Chapter 11"

At the start of the month, I had the pleasure of attending and blogging for ad:tech Chicago. I thought I would re-share my notes from one of my favorite sessions of the conference. You can view all of the ad:tech Chicago coverage on the ad:tech blog.

“This is not the end of the newspaper business. It’s not the last chapter; it is merely Chapter 11.”

Fred Lebolt, president and publisher of (and prepare for an incredibly long title) Sun Times Newspaper Group, Suburban News Division and New Media Integration,…