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Amazon vs. consumers on the Aussie shutout
Fri, 1st Jun 2018
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martech
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commerce systems
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amazon
Amazon announced that due to GST regulation they will no longer be shipping from the US to Australia. Its comment and the consumer perspective inside.
AI dominating twitter mentions from top influencers during Q1 2018, says GlobalData
Fri, 18th May 2018
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data analytics
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blockchain
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martech
GlobalData says AI is way ahead of other disruptive technologies in terms of influencer mentions with over 25% share of overall discussions.
Trump in talks with Xi Jinping to get ZTE “back into business fast”
Tue, 15th May 2018
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The US Department of Commerce has banned American companies from selling components to Chinese telecoms giant ZTE for seven years.
Twitter password glitch showcases 'extreme jumpiness' in digital sector
Mon, 7th May 2018
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cybersecurity
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passwords
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More than 330 million Twitter users are being urged to change their passwords after an internal system glitch caused the passwords to be exposed.
Is social media now almost impossible to monetise unless you're an industry giant?
Wed, 11th Oct 2017
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facebook
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instagram
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social media
MarketLine asks whether a social media business model based on building popularity before monetisation is fundamentally flawed.
Megaport expands multicloud capabilities in Singapore
Tue, 12th Sep 2017
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network infrastructure
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sdn
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multi-cloud
Singapore is an incredibly important location for cloud in Southeast Asia, and we've experienced increased demand for flexible, multicloud solutions.
Facebook announces the formation of a global internet forum to counter terrorism
Thu, 29th Jun 2017
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microsoft
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youtube
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facebook
Facebook, Microsoft, Twitter and YouTube form global internet forum to combat terrorism and stop its spread on their platforms.
Twitter goes Exploring: Your Timeline, Moments & Search are now in one tab
Fri, 3rd Feb 2017
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social media
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x
You may have noticed that the latest version of your Twitter app looks a little different – or will very soon. Now there's a new tab called Explore.
Twitter users beware: Phishers target account verification in latest attacks
Wed, 1st Feb 2017
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phishing
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email security
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branding
Twitter is now the target of a phishing attack that uses methods to trick brand managers and social influencers into fake account verification.
ESET discovers new Android botnet controlled by Twitter
Mon, 29th Aug 2016
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malware
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cybersecurity
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ESET uncovers a novel Android botnet, Android/Twitoor, controlled via Twitter instead of a traditional server, marking a first in mobile malware tactics.
Periscope's new discovery features put on a show for your cameras
Tue, 2nd Aug 2016
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digital entertainment
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video
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streaming
Avid Periscope users may have noticed a few changes to the video streaming app, including highlights, improved tabs & link embeds straight to Twitter.
Twitter's about to let you stick 'creativity' on your photos
Tue, 28th Jun 2016
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social media
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Twitter's not just a microblogging site. It's becoming more like Facebook & Snapchat by the day, as it now introduces stickers for your photos.
Twitter celebrates its 10th birthday
Mon, 21st Mar 2016
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social media
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communication
Twitter celebrates its 10th anniversary, thanking users worldwide and reflecting on pivotal events that shaped the platform.
Hate Valentine's? We show you how to block the soppy crap
Fri, 12th Feb 2016
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facebook
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social media
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Hide, unblock or unfriend any exes or former love interests whose happiness is going to make you depressed, angsty and listen to Kelly Clarkson.
Twitter forms council to do something about its abuse problem
Thu, 11th Feb 2016
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social media
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cyberbullying
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Twitter initiates Trust and Safety Council to address ongoing abuse, enlisting over 40 global organisations and individuals to enhance user safety.
Does marriage equality increase online bullying?
Thu, 4th Feb 2016
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marriage equality
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dei
An Australian group is feeling the heat from mental health organisations and Twitter users after claiming same sex marriage increases online bullying.
Estimating crowd sizes with mobile phones and Twitter
Thu, 28th May 2015
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technology gifts
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smartphones
Mobile phones and Twitter can accurately estimate crowd sizes, according to researchers at Warwick Business School.
Top 10 brands coming out of Mobile World Congress
Thu, 12th Mar 2015
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samsung
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htc
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social media
The Mobile World Congress dominated social media this week, with HTC, Samsung and Huawei receiving the most mentions.
Frisky Christchurch employees caught out on social media
Mon, 2nd Feb 2015
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facebook
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social media
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Co-workers caught in explicit act at office building opposite a New Zealand bar, as sex tape goes viral on social media. Investigation launched.
Facebook still ruling the social media kingdom
Tue, 13th Jan 2015
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facebook
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instagram
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social media
Facebook remains the most popular social media platform, while other contenders have enjoyed an increase in usership.