One of the biggest drivers for LinkedIn’s business isn’t the consumer-facing side that you see — it’s the set of tools the company provides professional recruiters to match people with jobs. And the company is using data and technology to improve those tools. Read more »
Microsoft is reportedly in talks to purchase Yammer, which could be a significant move by the venerable software company to add a social dimension to its products, Bloomberg is reporting. Yammer offers a Facebook-like experience for corporate clients and could give Microsoft a social networking boost. Read more »
After growth slowed just in time for its IPO, Facebook must look overseas for a jump-start. Here are the only five remaining countries where Zuckerberg is not top dog – and the rivals that stand in his way. Read more at paidContent »
Social news-sharing site Digg is testing a new advertising model in which sponsors pay less the more popular their ads are. Digg Ads – which will flow through the site’s main content stream like other stories while being identified as sponsored — will allow users to ... Read more at GigaOM Pro »