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Instagram smashes 200 million user mark

Thu, 27th Mar 2014
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Instagram reaches major milestone with over 200 million users, gaining 50 million in just six months. #Instagram.
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Facebook acquires virtual reality leader for US$2 billion

Thu, 27th Mar 2014
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Facebook embarks on a virtual future, snapping up Oculus VR for $2 billion, promising to revolutionise social interactions and gaming.
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Zuckerberg dismisses Microsoft and Sony competition

Thu, 27th Mar 2014
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As the industry balks at Facebook's recent US$2 billion acquisition, CEO Mark Zuckerberg isn't worried about the likes of PlayStation or Xbox.
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The Facebook Poke...

Mon, 24th Mar 2014
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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.
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The not-so-humble workout brag

Fri, 21st Mar 2014
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Frankly, unless you have fallen off the treadmill and smashed your face in, you don't need to tell us every detail of your workout routine.
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Is Apple top of America's Billion Dollar Brands Club?

Thu, 20th Mar 2014
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Apple reigns supreme in America's Billion Dollar Brands Club, outstripping Google and Microsoft with a stunning $104 billion worth.
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WhatsApp's 'values and beliefs will not change'

Tue, 18th Mar 2014
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Amid acquisition by Facebook, WhatsApp CEO Jan Koum assures users their data and privacy are safe, maintaining the app's core values and autonomy.
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10 things I hate about Instagram...

Mon, 17th Mar 2014
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From outdated filters to posting hassles, a former fan shares 10+ reasons why Instagram's allure is fading, mirroring Facebook's fate.
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Gartner: Four steps to drive social media behaviour...

Fri, 14th Mar 2014
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Harnessing emotions, relevancy, trust, and clear benefits, Gartner outlines four essential steps to drive social media behaviour effectively.
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Facebook aims to connect the 'next billion'

Wed, 26th Feb 2014
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Mark Zuckerberg outlines Facebook's plan to connect the next billion, saying the key is affordable data, not just cheaper phones.
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US$16 billion Facebook acquisition or Air Reward Points…?

Tue, 25th Feb 2014
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WhatsApp's $16bn Facebook deal nearly derailed by co-founder's air miles dilemma, highlighting his cost-saving ethos.
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WhatsUp with WhatsApp?

Mon, 24th Feb 2014
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Just after Facebook's US$16 billion grab, WhatsApp's 3-hour crash fuels Twitter frenzy and sparks theories. How were you affected?.
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Is Facebook's WhatsApp acquisition a surprise?

Fri, 21st Feb 2014
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Facebook's $16 billion acquisition of WhatsApp marries two messaging giants, eyeing rapid growth and a more extensive mobile strategy.
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WhatsApp coming over the hill? It's a US$16 billion Facebook acquisition

Fri, 21st Feb 2014
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Facebook has agreed to buy WhatsApp in a deal worth $16bn, in a move to accelerate growth and user engagement.
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More internet users share photos and videos online

Wed, 12th Feb 2014
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54% of internet users now post original photos or videos, with mobile apps like Snapchat and Instagram fueling the rise, says Pew study.
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Huge Twitter losses doesn't mean a broken business model

Mon, 10th Feb 2014
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Amidst a £4bn loss, Twitter's future shines with innovation and a robust ad model, says Warwick Uni's Sotirios Paroutis. A shake-up, not a breakup.
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See your Facebook life in a minute...

Wed, 5th Feb 2014
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Facebook launches personal Look Back videos to mark its 10th anniversary, showcasing users' most-liked posts and photos.
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Happy Birthday Facebook... Here's to another 10 years?

Tue, 4th Feb 2014
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Facebook marks its 10th year, raising questions on its future as it reigns over 1.2 billion users. Will it adapt and thrive for another decade?.
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Love it or loath it... Facebook is about to turn 10

Mon, 3rd Feb 2014
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Facebook turns 10 tomorrow, reflecting on a journey from a Harvard dorm to a global giant with 1.2 billion users. Its future? Boundless.
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Mobile revenue surge smashes Facebook's earnings report

Thu, 30th Jan 2014
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Boosted by surging mobile revenue, Facebook has today smashed financial expectations with a full year revenue of $7.87bn, an increase of 55% year-over-year.