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Intro to Foursquare, Brightkite & Location-Based Social Media

Socialized

Location-based services — applications that “know” where you are and can use that information to connect you with people, places and things — are one of the hot new classes of social media applications. Basically, a location-based application allows you to check in almost anywhere on the planet and broadcast that information.

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Social Media Trends in 2010

Freelance Social Media

Social Links Freelance Social Media Social Media Tips and Marketing Blog Home About Contact Subscribe Thoughts on Social Media Trends in 2010 by cinta5 on November 4, 2009 David Armano of HarvardBusiness.org published on Monday what he believes to be the social media trends in 2010. I think he hit the nail on the head.

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Foursquare and The New York Times Archive Would Be a Great Match

Adam Sherk

The recent partnership between Foursquare and Canada’s Metro is a good early example of the potential that exists. Metro will provide Foursquare with location-specific editorial content such as reviews, tips and articles on points of interest. I’d love to see a partnership between The New York Times and Foursquare.

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4 Ways To Tap Into Local Markets

Harp Interactive

You can increase business exposure and your web and store traffic simply by including geographical information to your digital content. Geotagging: Allows businesses to embed geographical location information within websites, images, videos and other digital media. Foursquare allows for check-ins. Considering there are some 1.25

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Which Social Media Channels Should I Use For My Business?

yMarketingMatters

With so many TARGETED potential customers, creating a business page is a must, but remember that it needs to be updated on a daily basis with not only promotional information, but engaging and interesting content as well. Use the great hashtag feature to keep up with and be part of the latest trends and news worthy events. Foursquare.

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The 2012 Social Networking Privacy Policy

Webbiquity SMM

Foursquare, a social network that lets you “check in” online to places you go, is adjusting its service so that every user’s full name appears on their check-ins, as opposed to a first name and initial (such as John D). About Athena Newton: a recent MFA graduate, Athena writes about fashion and celebrity trends in the U.S.

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Why Mobile Search Is Important

The Social Media Incubator

One emerging trend in online marketing is mobile search. Foursquare. Mobile search allows people to find your business while they are in their cars, and then use your contact information on the spur of the moment to visit your store or buy something online. For one thing, mobile search is highly local. Skype call. Website form.

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