Social Media stories - Page 32

The story of a Dutch lady who tattooed the profile pictures of 152 of her Facebook friends on her arm, turns out to be a viral marketing hoax.

Social media not only circulates news but also enhances the reach of quality journalism, turning Facebook 'likes' and LinkedIn shares into valued endorsements.

U.S. Senator Jon Kyl's less than factual statement has made its way onto Twitter, providing users with some serious laughs at Kyl's expense.

Discover 20 amusing easter eggs for your computer, from upside-down screens to hidden games, proving there's more to PCs than work.

Twitter secures its future by acquiring TweetDeck, enhancing its offer to power-users and brands in a bid to monetise tweets effectively.

UK in uproar as footballer sues Twitter over super-injunction breach, igniting debate on free speech and privacy laws.

Facebook exposed orchestrating a smear campaign against Google over alleged privacy concerns via a top PR firm.

Microsoft's recent Security Intelligence Report reports an up-tick in use of marketing-like approaches by cyber-criminals.

Survey reveals 85% of women on Facebook are frequently annoyed by their friends' posts, from complaints to constant bragging.

You're surfing the net, browsing Facebook, or reading emails and an ad perfectly tailored to your interests and needs happens to catch your eye.

Struggling with Facebook addiction? KeepMeOut might be your saviour, offering a novel way to temper your social media use.

Social media skills should be a key consideration when recruiting for customer service roles in call centres, says journalist.

Have you been surfing the web recently and been surprised to find your Facebook icon displayed on a web page, and a button urging you to 'Become the fan'?.

Discover the six details you should never share on Facebook, from birthdates to holiday plans, to protect your privacy and safety.

Facebook has put its foot in it again, in what is shaping up to be a troubled few months for the social network.

Twitter co-founder Evan Williams steps down as CEO to focus on product strategy, appointing COO Dick Costolo as his successor.

John Mayer, the pop star with over 3.7 million Twitter followers, has declared that he is quitting the platform.

Symantec warns that anti-virus software alone can't combat new online threats, stressing the need for multi-layered security in the digital age.

Discover how HootSuite, the ultimate media tool, revolutionises social media management for businesses, offering seamless collaboration and analytics.

From privacy nightmares to wasting time, explore 10 compelling reasons why Facebook might not be the social sanctuary it seems.