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Why the term “thought leader” sounds self righteous and pompous...
Fri, 29th Aug 2014
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The rise of self-professed thought leaders on social media raises questions about ego vs. audience, writes Jake Sorofman of Gartner.
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Gartner observes... Marketers, Cynics, and the #ALSIceBucketChallenge
Wed, 27th Aug 2014
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The #ALSIceBucketChallenge has taken much of the social media world by storm, but not without generating blowback from critics and cynics.
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Youi Insurance: Using tech to take on the big boys
Tue, 26th Aug 2014
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Despite being the self-proclaimed new kids on the insurance block in New Zealand, Youi Insurance is bucking the industry trend when it comes to techno.
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Do you really hate Facebook? Or is it just because you're supposed to?
Mon, 25th Aug 2014
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Critiquing yet addicted, the masses declare disdain for Facebook, but its embedded role in daily life proves otherwise.
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IT leaders: 8 steps to build a compelling business case for social initiatives...
Fri, 22nd Aug 2014
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Gartner outlines 8 vital steps for IT leaders to craft a winning case for social and collaboration software investments amidst rising complexities.
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Will social data monitoring improve the Kiwi workplace?
Thu, 21st Aug 2014
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Nearly a third of workers are happy for their employer to have access to personal data, according to a report by PwC.
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Premier League struggles to clamp down on illegal online highlights
Thu, 21st Aug 2014
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Premier League faces uphill battle to curb illegal online goal sharing, too vast for current copyright laws, experts predict.
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State of crowd funding 'very immature and highly fragmented'
Sat, 16th Aug 2014
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Crowdfunding analysis finds the sector nascent and divided, despite being lauded as a financial game-changer.
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Where has all the Social gone...?
Mon, 11th Aug 2014
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Do you wonder where all the interest in social went? Once the hottest trend since sliced bread, interest in social definitely dissipated.
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Recent volatility gives way to positivity as IT spending rises...
Sat, 9th Aug 2014
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IT spending is set to improve in H2 2014, with a significant commercial PC refresh cycle already underway, says IDC.
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Canterbury software start up bags $700k Japanese investment
Mon, 4th Aug 2014
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Kiwi firm Shuttlerock secures a £700k Japanese deal, eyeing expansion with Opt, Japan's digital giant, enhancing their global digital marketing reach.
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Her hips don't lie... who wins the Facebook popularity contest?
Tue, 29th Jul 2014
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Shakira becomes the most liked public figure on Facebook with 100m fans, using personal posts and fan engagement to bridge gaps internationally.
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Is Facebook's Buy Now button a game-changer for SMBs?
Tue, 29th Jul 2014
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Facebook's new Buy Now button could revolutionise online shopping for SMBs, making impulse buys easier directly from their pages.
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SMBs drive business growth through Facebook
Mon, 28th Jul 2014
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SMBs are booming on Facebook, with over 30m actively using the platform, helping drive growth and revenue with powerful ad returns.
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For their eyes only... Facebook Mentions
Mon, 28th Jul 2014
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Facebook unveils 'Mentions', an exclusive app for celebrities to connect with fans, stirring up social media's VIP scene.
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Unhappy Kiwis air shopping grievances on Social Media
Mon, 21st Jul 2014
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Kiwis are unhappy with the way New Zealand businesses treat them, prefer to complain on Facebook and want something free in response to their complaint.
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Stop counting clicks... start measuring conversion
Mon, 7th Jul 2014
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This suggests digital marketers actually believe clicks and traffic are synonymous with success...
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Has 'emotional' studying Facebook crossed the line?
Tue, 1st Jul 2014
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Facebook has faced criticism over recent research which manipulated users’ emotions, raising questions over ethics.
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Facebook dead? No chance...
Wed, 25th Jun 2014
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Despite claims of its demise, Facebook still reigns supreme among young users, debunking the myth of a mass exodus.
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State-funded Chorus fibre plans nothing more than a PR stunt?
Sat, 14th Jun 2014
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Chorus urged to extend #Gigatown prize as UltraFast Fibre offers its own gigabit service. Plans branded as a publicity stunt.
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Football-mad Kiwis to join World Cup conversation on Facebook
Fri, 13th Jun 2014
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Millions of football fans from around the world will join the conversation about the 2014 World Cup on Facebook.
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Are teen social media users becoming anti-social?
Thu, 12th Jun 2014
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Teens are shunning Facebook in favor of other social media sites, showing a shift towards segmenting social media use.
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Kiwis turn to tech for real life neighbour connections
Tue, 10th Jun 2014
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Social networking across New Zealand has become a little more neighbourly, with the launch of a private social network for Kiwi neighbourhoods.
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Social Networking for the Antisocial - Cloak
Mon, 9th Jun 2014
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Cloak app launches as the antisocial network, using location data to help users avoid unwanted run-ins with friends.