Over 500 million Facebook users have had their data leaked online; here’s how to check if your number was compromised
Facebook experienced a large-scale online data breach in 2019. The data re-emerged online over the weekend…
Facebook Australia bans users and publishers from posting and sharing news
Facebook has made a major move in the back and forth with the Australian Government on the proposed Media Bargaining Law. It’s also a potentially dire step by the social media giant for the many Australian publishers that use the platform.
Media code: Aus Treasurer says ‘great progress’ made with Google and Facebook ahead of parliament debate
Meanwhile, Google has thrown a jab back Microsoft’s way…
Let’s Talk: What is the best social media platform for your business?
What social media platform is best for your business? Go all-out on all of them? Focus on one or two? Paid or organic approach? Let’s talk…
If Google leaves Australia, Bing is ready to move in
Bing is currently the second most used search engine in Australia – although it only has 3.6% of the market share while Google holds 95%.
Google and Facebook challenge news bargaining code in Senate inquiry
Facebook and Google took Australian media head-on in a Senate inquiry by Australia’s competition watchdog on Friday, 22nd January. The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) pushed for a new Bill to be passed to force the tech giants to pay news publishers for their content, including any links and snippets hosted on their platforms. […]
‘World first’ news media bargaining code introduced in Australia
The final version of Australia’s “world first” news media bargaining code, which requires Google and Facebook to pay for news content, was introduced into Parliament on Wednesday. “This is a huge reform. This is a world first, and the world is watching what happens here in Australia. But our legislation will help ensure that the […]
4 ways new workplace technologies are helping leaders build more productive communities
By Luke McNeal, Director, Workplace by Facebook A successful business is a business that gets the most out of its prized assets – its people. As a result, productivity is a primary focus for any leader of a business, large or small. With 77% of companies believing email is now an ineffective form of communication and 45% of employees […]
How three small Victoria brands grew from social media
More and more small businesses are growing their brands using online platforms and building presence, following and revenue. The power of social media was something not missed by these three small businesses in Victoria, who have been capitalising on the commercial opportunities that Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and other social media platforms provide. Bendigo Brittle, Peggy […]
Aussies still love Facebook, despite issue-laden year, Hootsuite and We Are Social report finds
Media Release Hootsuite, the leader in social media management, in collaboration with We Are Social, the global socially-led creative agency, today released Digital 2019. The eighth annual report, which examines digital trends and social media use across 230 countries and territories, uncovered that more than one million new people go online every day, and […]
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This new, under-the-radar Facebook Feature could change how you engage customers
We’re not even halfway through 2018 and it’s already been a tumultuous year for Facebook. The Cambridge Analytica scandal resulted in calls to #DeleteFacebook, a share price rollercoaster and questions from political leaders on both sides of the aisle. Bit amidst the chaos, Facebook went ahead with F8, its regular developer conference. This year’s event […]
How the cost of Coke in Australia set GoDoctor co-founder ‘AJ’ on his entrepreneurial journey
At the age of 33, Anubhav “AJ” Jain – a serial entrepreneur who ‘cut his teeth’ in Australia – has achieved an enviable level of success steering companies in a range of markets, including computer hardware, mobile apps, medtech and health products. Jain’s latest venture is GoDoctor, an online network he co-founded with his friends […]
Forget funny cats: Why your Business Needs Video Content and how it can easily create it
Video is everywhere and whether you prefer to stream YouTube shows, flick through Facebook or get your fix in 10 second Snapchats, chances are you’ve already engaged with video content today. In fact, more than 500 million people watch Facebook videos every day. And that’s not just funny cat videos. If your business is not […]
ACCC seeking public feedback as part of probe into the effects of digital platforms on media
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has released an issues paper for public comment, signalling the launch of its inquiry into the effect digital platforms such as Facebook and Google are having on competition in media and advertising services markets. As part of the inquiry, which was announced in December, the ACCC is seeking feedback […]
Don’t blame it on Facebook: The reasons why you will lose social media followers in 2018
Facebook’s recent changes aren’t the only hit brands will take this year. Changes in socials and customer behaviour means brand pages will begin to hemorrhage audience members if they don’t start to adapt. The first quarter opens the floodgates for new gym memberships, refreshed wardrobes and of course, the mass clean outs of social media […]
Australian SMEs urged to prioritise social media as local Facebook user base grows
Finding that seven in 10 Australians are now active social media users, Hootsuite has called on the nation’s small businesses to capitalise on an opportunity to ‘unlock critical revenue streams’. The social media management platform has released Digital in 2018, a report of social media and digital trends globally. Representing 239 countries and territories, the […]
Five ways small businesses can survive the ‘Apocalyptic’ changes coming to Facebook
Facebook’s latest algorithm changes are being called a ‘nightmare’, even ‘apocalyptic’ for businesses and publishers. Yes, the update will make it more difficult for SMEs to reach their target audiences than previously. But we’ve been here before. And businesses will simply have to adapt their social media strategy to remain competitive. Why the changes? The […]
ACCC to launch probe into Facebook, Google to understand impact on journalism, advertisers
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) will conduct an inquiry into the effect digital platforms such as Facebook and Google are having on competition in media and advertising services markets. ACCC Chairman Rod Sims said the commission will examine whether digital search engines, social media platforms and other digital content aggregation platforms are exercising […]
What King Kong’s founder is doing to outpace other digital agencies in the race for growth
Asked how King Kong came to be crowned Australia’s fastest-growing digital marketing agency, founder Sabri Suby said his team practice what they preach, put skin in the game, don’t hide behind vanity metrics and focus on bringing cash in the door – “We’ve had no choice, being bootstrapped, but there’s no smarter way to grow”. […]
Caught out by Christmas? How to make a big impact with your marketing at the last minute
The holiday season is one of the biggest times of the year for retailers, accounting for as much as 20% of annual sales. With the increased sales, as well as the opportunity to acquire new customers who will shop year-round, early planning and preparation can be key to maximising success. But, what happens when the […]
Why you mustn’t ignore the virtual workplace
Rising employee turnover remains a significant challenge for Australian businesses. Every time a resignation letter lands on your desk, it will cost you up to 150% of the vacant position’s annual salary to restaff the role. That comes in the form of recruitment and advertising expenses, as well as training costs and lost productivity as […]
Fostering diversity in the tech industry
Diversity has been a hot topic of conversation in the tech industry since 2014 (if not earlier). In that time we’ve seen major companies like Facebook, Google, Amazon, and IBM release diversity plans, recruitment strategies and statistical reports, all in the name of demonstrating and achieving improved gender, racial, and other minority equality. Substantial efforts […]