Nielsen finds Foursquare users up 118% year-over-year

Nielsen’s “Social Media Report 2012” shows Facebook and Twitter as the only mobile apps used more than Foursquare in July.

By Erik Hall • Dec. 6, 2012

AT&T Alert takes on Groupon via text messages

AT&T will begin sending offers and rewards to users who opt in in 2013.

By Erik Hall • Dec. 6, 2012

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Influencer Marketing

Amid a surge in confidence and new platform approaches, brands continue to turn to influencers for fresh content that can reach online consumers.

By Marketing Dive staff

Yahoo's mobile talent search proceeds with OnTheAir deal

Apple and Google veterans will join Yahoo via OnTheAir, shedding some more light on the Marissa Mayer's ambitions.

By Erik Hall • Dec. 5, 2012

Verizon dumping Verizon Video for Viewdini

Verizon Wireless launched Viewdini in 2012 and is simplifying things for users by eliminating Verizon Video.

By Erik Hall • Dec. 5, 2012

Ads are now part of YouTube app for iOS 6

Google announced a native YouTube iPad app and updates for the iPhone 5 app. 

By Erik Hall • Dec. 5, 2012

New devices are not changing Web traffic volume

Chitika study says that iOS is holding steady at twice as much web traffic consumption of the Android devices.

By Erik Hall • Dec. 4, 2012

Google Venture gives $10 million to Adelphic for measuring mobile use

Adelphic uses 30 signals to recognize patterns and information about a given smartphone user, which led to investment from Google Venture.  

By Erik Hall • Dec. 4, 2012

The Daily powers down at News Corp.

Rupert Murdoch's attempt at an iPad news magazine runs aground, and to many, the announcement comes as little surprise.

By Brian Warmoth • Dec. 3, 2012

3 counterpoints to anti-mobile advertising arguments

The CEO of Adfonic thinks his company's real-time bidding services will play a role in giving mobile ads more value.

By Brian Warmoth • Dec. 2, 2012

FCC clarifies rules for mobile marketing text messages

A text message that confirms an opt-out request is allowed by the FCC.

By Erik Hall • Nov. 30, 2012

Google claims no antitrust violations as CEO meets with FTC

Google’s CEO has a meeting with FTC officials as the investigation winds down. 

By Erik Hall • Nov. 30, 2012

Android operating system takes over majority of total impressions

Google's Android operating system is up to 52% of total impressions in third quarter from 46% in the second quarter.

By Erik Hall • Nov. 29, 2012

Digital ad sales at newspapers show minimal growth

Newspapers have seen only 19% growth in digital ad sales the last six years.

By Erik Hall • Nov. 29, 2012

CEO Marissa Mayer addresses Yahoo's move away from Blackberries

The comments may hurt some feelings at RIM as she distinguishes between BlackBerry devices and smartphones.

By Brian Warmoth • Nov. 28, 2012

Microsoft tries to lure Gmail users to Outlook

Microsoft announces Outlook has momentum as it launches new features.

By Erik Hall • Nov. 28, 2012

HTC brings in new CMO to refocus its efforts

HTC tries to stem sliding revenues and shrinking margins by hiring Benjamin Ho for its top marketing role.

By Erik Hall • Nov. 28, 2012

Briabe Mobile goes after multi-cultural audience with new ad network

The network is going after Millenials, and brands including Pantene and Verizon Business have signed up.

By Brian Warmoth • Nov. 28, 2012

Apple, Chevy reach collaboration deal

Apple’s Siri is to be integrated in Chevy vehicles starting in early 2013.

By Erik Hall • Nov. 28, 2012

Black Friday online sales increased 20.7%

IBM Digital Analytics Benchmark releases a study showing strong iOS use on Black Friday. 

By Erik Hall • Nov. 27, 2012

Facebook office Android posters show off shifting attentions

Signs posted at Facebook's Menlo Park, Calif., office ask employees to consider switching to Android phones.

By Erik Hall • Nov. 26, 2012

Hulu Plus to be available on Wii U

Hulu Plus, Wii U collaboration seen more as second screen alternative rather than primary viewing platform. 

By Erik Hall • Nov. 21, 2012

Ben & Jerry's launches ad campaign with Instagram

Capture Euphoria is an attempt to get Ben & Jerry’s users to interact with Instagram. 

By Erik Hall • Nov. 20, 2012

American Express makes deals with Fox, NBC regarding social TV buying.

A deal between American Express and Fox or NBC will give station viewers a chance to purchase items while watching a show.

By Erik Hall • Nov. 20, 2012

Report sees desktop search climb 8% in October

The latest comScore report finds desktop search rises after several months of decline from a peak in March 2012.

By Erik Hall • Nov. 19, 2012

Viewing of ad-supported online video is up 17% in the last year

Marketing research by FreeWheel sees viewers are becoming more accepting of online video ads. 

By Erik Hall • Nov. 19, 2012