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Is Twitter Scaring Google?

There have been multiple reports that Twitter could replace Google. Twitter has quickly risen to become one of the most powerful sources on the Web. In 2008 alone, Compete found that the microblogging service grew 752 percent. Do you think this might make Google, the long-standing Internet giant, a tad-bit nervous or jealous?

User Authentication Services: Good or Bad?

Products such as OpenID, Facebook Connect, and Google Friend Connect are becoming quite popular today. They intrigue people because they provide user authentication and easy Web accessibility. Marketers and advertisers also find them very useful. While they do offer valuable services, there are some negative aspects involved as well.

Where Does Social Media Fit into Mass Media?

Social media has produced a whole new era of media. But what does it mean for traditional media? It’s no secret that the newspaper industry is suffering, but does that indicate that doom is coming to all other traditional media outlets? Social media expert Chris Brogan does not believe traditional media will go away but sees social and traditional media will work together in the future.

What Comes Next in Social Media?

The coming of Oprah and Ashton Kutcher to Twitter brought a whole new meaning to the way the social site is perceived today and will be perceived in the future, according to social media expert Chris Brogan. He relates the situation to when the telephone came about saying that with Twitter, some will reject the service after a time, but there will still be newcomers anxious to get involved.

How Can I Compete with Oprah on Twitter?

Twitter is undoubtedly one of the hottest spots on the Web. As the site and its user base continue to grow and more celebrities and politicians jump on board, what impact does it have on the little guys? How can the average users and even the above average users compete with the famous ones?

Social Networking with a Velvet Rope

Do you know what a velvet rope social network is? To summarize, it is an invitation-only social network as social media expert Chris Brogan explains in this video. A velvet rope social network creates an “exclusive” feeling. It’s the idea that everyone wants to know what’s on the “inside” and have special privileges.

FriendFeed: What Do You Think?

FriendFeed is a feed aggregator that compiles updates from social networks, blogs, and more all in one place. These updates are streamed into a real-time conversation and the company is working to make their real-time capabilities better. In the above video, social media expert Chris Brogan shares his thoughts about FriendFeed.

Social Media Evolution in Kentucky

WebProNews attended the debut meeting of the Social Media Club Louiville chapter and now some 16 months later, WPN covered another meeting with special guest speaker Chris Brogan. SMC Louiville has developed dramatically since its initial meeting last year.