Justin Timberlake might bring talent competition to MySpace
So what exactly will Justin Timberlake be doing at MySpace? Possibly turning it into a talent competition.
Myspace founder Tom Anderson weighs in on Facebook video, Google+
His own social network may have run aground, but Myspace founder Tom Anderson still has words of wisdom on the coming battle between Google+ and its entrenched competitor Facebook.
Five reasons why Google+ will succeed
Google may not have a great track record with social media, but Google+ is its most ambitious attempt yet to finally rival Facebook. Here's why it could finally hit the mark.
MySpace sold from the bargain bin at $35 million
MySpace, the once giant social network has been sold by News Corp. for $35 million to the advertising network Specific Media.
Facebook users have more close friends, says Pew study
A new study by Pew highlights the positive impacts Facebook and other social networking sites have. The average Facebook user may have more close friends than a non user.
Twitter who? iOS 5 connects with multiple social platforms, including Facebook
Apple made much ado about its Twitter-iOS 5 integration, but turns out its got a few other big name social networks buried in there.
Facebook alternative hopeful Altly inches closer to a launch
Altly begins the transition from stealth startup to social network, and it wants to show Facebook how privacy's done.
Former Facebook COO one-ups Zuckerberg with new $8.6 million house
Ex-Facebook COO Owen Van Natta bought a new $8.6 million house in Silicon Valley, one-upping his former boss Mark Zuckerberg's new $7 million home.
Consumer Reports: 7.5 million Facebook users are under minimum age
Of the 20 million underage users on Facebook, about 7.5 million of them fail to meet the site's minimum age requirement of 13, according to a new study by Consumer Reports.
Conned by convenience: The dangers of too much aggregation
Aggregators like Google News, Flipboard and Zite make life easier for users, but at what cost? Here’s why too much aggregation could actually be bad for people, and the companies playing into the game.
News Corp. seeking $100 million for MySpace, bids expected this week
Six years ago News. Corp paid over half a billion dollars for MySpace. Now the company is hoping to sell the social networking site for $100 million -- and that might not be a bargain.
Friendster apocalypse begins on May 31, all user photos, blogs and more to be deleted
Friendster reveals plans to delete large portions of user data on May 31, 2011, to pave the way for a coming re-launch.
Dmitry Shapiro thinks his startup Altly will be ‘an alternative to Facebook’
And we're off: After a tweet from its CEO, we just had to take a look at who exactly is behind Altly.
A look inside News Corps’ overly optimistic MySpace sales pitch
News Corp is doing its best to make MySpace look like a catch, and it's proving to be quite the undertaking.
Zynga cutting Mafia Wars, other titles from MySpace
Zynga severs some of its ties with MySpace, cutting various titles.
MySpace sale negotiations begin next week; who’s buying it?
It's been a long time coming, but News Corp is finally getting MySpace off its hands. But who's taking it home...and why?
Three reasons why MySpace is doomed
We've been hearing its death rattle for awhile now, but from the looks of it, MySpace is just about ready to kick the proverbial bucket.
Facebook adds suicide alert system
Facebook has partnered with suicide prevention groups in the US and UK to help users deal with distressed friends when they're not sure where else to turn.
Myspace up for sale as Myspace Music President Courtney Holt steps down
Myspace Music President Courtney Holt is reportedly stepping down from his post amidst rumors that parent company News Corp. is making moves to sell off Myspace.
OpenDNS: Facebook was most-blocked site in 2010
According to OpenDNS, Facebook was the most-blocked site during 2010...but it was also the second most-likely site to be whitelisted.
Twitter advertising revenue swiftly challenging MySpace
Twitter could triple its advertising revenue, and it looks like it will best former giant MySpace in the long haul.
Facebook will start sending Amber Alerts to users
Users will now be able to view state-specific Amber Alert notifications.
MySpace cleaves workforce nearly in half with 500 layoffs; UPDATE: Sale or spinoff looks imminent
In more bad news for the beleaguered site, MySpace will indeed be slashing its workforce significantly.
MySpace China reportedly slashes staff and CEO
A sign of things to come? Multiple reports indicate MySpace China has slashed the majority of its staff and says goodbye to its CEO.
MySpace mulling massive layoffs?
2010 wasn't great for MySpace, and 2011 might be off to a similar start. A report says the company could be slashing its number of employees in half sometime soon.
Facebook claims 44 percent of online sharing
It's been a busy year for the social networking giant, and to finish it out, a new infographic claims Facebook is the place to share.
MySpace re-signs with Google for search and ads
MySpace and Google have entered into a multi-year renewal of their search and advertising deal.
Twitter’s US growth comes to a halt
The Tweet revolutionized quick communication, but it might not be holding US interest anymore.
FTC proposes plan to stop web tracking
The FTC released a proposal this morning to eliminate online advertisers tracking of consumers, and calling for sites to adopt an approach of transparency.
MySpace caves and will finally allow Facebook integration
MySpace paved the way for Facebook, but has since struggled to compete with the social network. Today both companies announced their new partnership, which allows Facebook to spread into the former giant's territory.
News Corp warns MySpace to improve – or else
After shelling out $580 million for MySpace and getting little to show for it, News Corp is ready to administer some tough love to its under-performing Web property.
Myspace conceeds defeat to Facebook, rebrands
Myspace is rebranding its website and introducing a suite of products that together redefine the company as a social entertainment destination for Gen Y.
MySpace relaunches with a focus on entertainment and music
MySpace, the once mighty social network, has been retooled and relaunched as a music and entertainment social network. The new look still resembles Facebook.
MySpace accused of leaking user information to advertisers
MySpace is the latest in the recent string of social networking sites that have taken heat for sharing user IDs and profiles with third parties.
Apple’s Ping update makes the service more user friendly
Apple's Ping music service launched to lackluster reviews and the company is attempting to remedy some of that in the latest update to iTunes 10.0.1.
MySpace Considering Charging For its Streaming Music
The revenue hungry former champion of social networking may soon begin a subscription model for its musical content.
MySpace Co-President Leaves After Four Months
MySpace can't seem to hold onto execs: after four months, co-president Jason HIrschhorn has left the company.
Facebook Tops List of Most Searched U.S. Companies
Facebook tops the list of most searched for companies in the U.S., ahead of heavy hitters like Google and Yahoo.