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Sssh... I have a Secret

Secret, the latest viral app, lets users post anonymous thoughts without judgement. Created by ex-Google and Square employees, it promises true anonymity.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 14th May 2014

Cloud Services

Enterprise applications must be more agile

Gartner insists enterprise apps must evolve with a focus on agility to fully exploit cloud and mobile tech, reshaping development practices.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 8th May 2014

Marketing Technologies

Intel boosts global strategy with new marketing chief

Intel appoints Steven Fund as new Chief Marketing Officer, aiming to leverage his extensive brand expertise to revitalise global marketing strategies.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 7th May 2014

Gaming

Facebook NZ issues top privacy tips for Kiwis

Social media users in New Zealand are being urged to manage their privacy settings and be mindful of who sees their posts, in light of Privacy Awareness Week.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Tue, 6th May 2014

Apps

Gartner: Facebook ups its bet on mobile...

You can say this about Facebook and Mark Zuckerberg: once they got the memo about mobile, internalised it and then made it an operational imperative.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 5th May 2014

Facebook

Facebook's strong 2013 dimmed by a slowdown in revenue growth

Facebook's Q1 2014 results show a slowdown in revenue growth from Q4 2013, but mobile advertising continues to lead the way.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 29th Apr 2014

Apps

300 million Not Out as LinkedIn seeks magic 'mobile moment'

LinkedIn reaches 300 million members worldwide, aiming to connect all 3.3 billion professionals, with a focus on mobile.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 23rd Apr 2014

Facebook

A lesson in social Networking 101

Discovering the digital divide between generations, as a journalist explores the nuances of social networking from Facebook to LinkedIn.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 22nd Apr 2014

Apple

Let's talk about your Facebook Addiction crisis...

Do you check Facebook every morning like the morning paper? Do you cry if your friend list gets smaller without you knowing?.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 22nd Apr 2014

Payment Technologies

Facebook renews its push into mobile payments

Facebook is close to obtaining an e-money license in Ireland to allow users to hold and exchange money on the site.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 16th Apr 2014

Apple

Facebook's Zuck earns a buck...

Mark Zuckerberg took a symbolic USD $1 salary in 2013, joining other Silicon Valley titans, while amassing a net worth of USD $27 billion.

By David Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 2nd Apr 2014

Gaming

Facebook acquires virtual reality leader for US$2 billion

Facebook embarks on a virtual future, snapping up Oculus VR for $2 billion, promising to revolutionise social interactions and gaming.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 27th Mar 2014

Facebook

The Facebook Poke...

Accidentally poked someone on Facebook after a night of drunken antics? Amy Pratt investigates how to undo this embarrassing situation before it's too late.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 24th Mar 2014

Social Media

The Ugly Selfie...

The ugly selfie trend is gaining popularity as people poke fun at the selfie obsession and embrace their imperfections.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Mon, 17th Mar 2014

Microsoft

Will a new breed of salesperson become the new normal for cloud?

The rise of monthly cloud payment models and tech-savvy young salespeople is set to reshape the industry, predicts IDC's VP, Darren Bibby.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 14th Mar 2014

Marketing Technologies

Gartner: Four steps to drive social media behaviour...

Harnessing emotions, relevancy, trust, and clear benefits, Gartner outlines four essential steps to drive social media behaviour effectively.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 14th Mar 2014

Apps

Hi I'm Shannon and I'm a Pinterestaholic

From scoffing at scrapbook lovers to confessing her Pinterest addiction, Shannon shares how decorating her new home turned her into a true 'Pinterestaholic'.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Mon, 3rd Mar 2014