Threads – needed updates

Threads is new, just launching yesterday. It appears to have real potential (even as a ‘Twitter-disrupter’). Still, some immediate updates are needed: 1. Sorting the feed by date/most recent. 2. Seeing only (or at least primarily) those we follow. I appreciate the program is new and algorithms will learn, but including people whose feed/description match … Continue reading Threads – needed updates

Meta releases Threads

Meta released its new social app, Threads, today (a day earlier than announced). Will it be the Twitter-killer as many think or hope? So far, it is looking very good! It’s an easy download with Instagram info integration, a clean app, and good functionality. Elon Musk may have reason to be concerned. Meta has the … Continue reading Meta releases Threads

Twitter, Google win big at Supreme Court

The justices passed up the chance to tinker with Section 230’s broad legal protections for tech companies. — Read on http://www.politico.com/news/2023/05/18/twitter-google-supreme-court-win-00097643

Twitter Blue early subscribers are leaving in droves

“Twitter Blue’s struggles since its launch nearly six months ago are more severe than previously revealed, new data suggests. Since Musk’s version of the subscription service launched last November, Twitter has only been able to convert around 640,000 Twitter users into paying Twitter Blue subscribers as of the end of April, as Mashable reported earlier this week. … Continue reading Twitter Blue early subscribers are leaving in droves

Meta to sell blue badge on Instagram and Facebook as Zuckerberg borrows Musk’s playbook

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has launched Meta Verified, a subscription service that will allow Facebook and Instagram users to buy blue badge. — Read on techcrunch.com/2023/02/19/meta-verified-instagram-facebook/

2018 Update: What Happens In An Internet Minute by Lori Lewis | Merge | AllAccess.com

Radio listening remains strong; Nielsen’s Comparable Metrics Report reveals radio reaches 93% of the U.S. each week. The audience relies on us at work, at home and in the car. They trust we’ll curate the best music, and keep them entertained and informed. We also know they have other choices. And some of those choices … Continue reading 2018 Update: What Happens In An Internet Minute by Lori Lewis | Merge | AllAccess.com

How to use Facebook mobile ads as an “interest indicator” to drive conversions

“We all know that Facebook is a viable source of huge amounts of mobile traffic with relatively cheap CPCs (cost per click). It’s too good an opportunity to ignore in today’s digital landscape – even if your mobile landing page experience isn’t up to snuff. Maybe you’ve got a completely new mobile experience in the … Continue reading How to use Facebook mobile ads as an “interest indicator” to drive conversions

10 Ways Major League Baseball teams win on social media

“Only a few days or so into the 2017 season, here are 10 different ways that Major League Baseball teams were using social media around Opening Day last week, and what brands of all shapes and sizes can learn from these teams.” Great job Bob Cargill and ClickZ.  10 Ways Major League Baseball Teams Win … Continue reading 10 Ways Major League Baseball teams win on social media