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Facebook acquires virtual reality leader for US$2 billion
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
The Facebook Poke...
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
The Ugly Selfie...
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
Will a new breed of salesperson become the new normal for cloud?
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
Gartner: Four steps to drive social media behaviour...
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
Hi I'm Shannon and I'm a Pinterestaholic
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
Is partner enablement the new currency?
Data Analytics

Is partner enablement the new currency?

IDC claims vendors that provide the most compelling and useful enablement for their partners will gain channel dominance.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 19th Feb 2014
Don't leave town before you've seen the booming ICT market
Information Communication & Technology

Don't leave town before you've seen the booming ICT market

The ICT sector is thriving with 75% of employers planning to hire, driven by new projects. Pay rises are on the horizon as industry confidence grows.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Thu, 13th Feb 2014
Huge Twitter losses doesn't mean a broken business model
Facebook

Huge Twitter losses doesn't mean a broken business model

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.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Mon, 10th Feb 2014
Facebook answers desperate father's plea
Facebook

Facebook answers desperate father's plea

Moved by a grieving dad's appeal, Facebook creates a tribute video for his late son, showcasing the power of social media compassion.

By David Williams • 2 min read • Fri, 7th Feb 2014
See your Facebook life in a minute...
Facebook

See your Facebook life in a minute...

Facebook launches personal Look Back videos to mark its 10th anniversary, showcasing users' most-liked posts and photos.

By David Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 5th Feb 2014
Happy Birthday Facebook... Here's to another 10 years?
Facebook

Happy Birthday Facebook... Here's to another 10 years?

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?.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 4th Feb 2014
New Interactive Intelligence hire drives social media channel push
Unified Communications

New Interactive Intelligence hire drives social media channel push

Interactive Intelligence appoints Carl Price as Marketing Manager for Australia, NZ & Pacific to strengthen customer experience management.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 30th Jan 2014
Can your social media footprint help repay debt?
Fintech

Can your social media footprint help repay debt?

247Moneybox.co.nz utilises borrowers' social media to refine credit decisions, aiming for more reliable short-term loan assessments.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 29th Jan 2014
Social media drives Adobe revenue
Marketing Technologies

Social media drives Adobe revenue

Adobe's revenue soars as social media giants like Tumblr and Pinterest lead in driving qualified traffic to retail, outpacing Facebook.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 28th Jan 2014
'Plagued' Facebook will die out by 2017...
Gaming

'Plagued' Facebook will die out by 2017...

Facebook will be wiped out by 2017, similar to infectious epidemics such as the bubonic plague, says Princeton researchers.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 24th Jan 2014

Stories from Other Regions

Social Media stories

Introducing Paper – Stories from Facebook
Apple

Introducing Paper – Stories from Facebook

Facebook marks its decade with Paper, a sleek app blending storytelling and social media, redefining how we share and explore tales globally.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 4th Feb 2014
Connected Kiwi men struggle with work/life balance
Apple

Connected Kiwi men struggle with work/life balance

The combination of mobility in the workplace and the concept of BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) is making it harder for Kiwi men to separate work and play.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 21st Jan 2014