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Loyalty360 Reads: April 4th, 2019
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loyalty360.org - Programs Nike Ups Its Perks The athleticwear brand has found that customers who use its app are exceptionally valuable and has increased the perks in its loyalty program to keep them coming back. “Th…
9 ways to get millennials and Gen Z to take your surveys - The Digital Transformation People
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www.thedigitaltransformationpeople.com - At this point, it’s safe to say that the younger generations — including millennials and Gen Z — are quite different than those that came before. In fact, they can be so different at times, that many…
Eight Important Ways to Build Trust through Your Design – Tribe SEO
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www.tribeseo.com - Does your website design make your site look instantly professional and reputable? Or does it give the wrong impression? Maybe it’s very dated, and looks rather amateur … or worse, broken. Maybe it d…
How Manufacturers Become Digital Companies | Rob Llewellyn
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robllewellyn.com - While some manufacturers have made progress on the digital journey, how manufacturers become digital companies is unclear to many, despite the opportunity that some leaders know is there. If a $20 bi…
Nintendo is bringing Zelda and Mario into virtual reality
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techcrunch.com - Nintendo’s Labo VR kit may be a little cardboard experiment, but Nintendo is taking a chance on throwing its most beloved titles into the headset. Today, the company announced that they will be addin…
Daily Crunch: The corporate fallout of the Bezos divorce
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techcrunch.com - The Daily Crunch is TechCrunch’s roundup of our biggest and most important stories. If you’d like to get this delivered to your inbox every day at around 9am Pacific, you can subscribe here. 1. MacKe…
Samsung’s upcoming Q1 earnings are going to be ugly
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techcrunch.com - It’s that time again folks, Samsung has reported guidance for its upcoming Q1 quarter — and things don’t look good. Samsung is forecasting that revenue for the quarter will reach 51-53 trillion KRW (…
AeroGarden maker says hackers stole months of credit card data
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techcrunch.com - Bad news for home gardeners: criminals might have your credit card data. AeroGrow, the maker of the at-home garden kit AeroGarden, said in a letter to customers that its website had credit card scrap…
EU goes after Valve for ‘geo-blocking’ Steam activation codes
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techcrunch.com - Seemingly the sole government body policing tech platforms, the ol’ European Union, is now taking aim at desktop gaming’s biggest storefront, Steam, and its creator Valve. The commission sent a “Stat…
Amazon reportedly readying its Alexa-powered answer to AirPods
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techcrunch.com - Amazon is ready to challenge Apple with a cheaper, Alexa-powered set of wireless earbuds. If successful, it would carve out a space for the popular digital assistant, and its deep connections to the …
On balance, the cloud has been a huge boon to startups
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techcrunch.com - Today’s startups have a distinct advantage when it comes to launching a company because of the public cloud. You don’t have to build infrastructure or worry about what happens when you scale too quic…
Researchers find thriving Facebook cybercrime groups with 385,000 total members
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techcrunch.com - You might be surprised what you can buy on Facebook, if you know where to look. Researchers with Cisco’s Talos security research team have uncovered a wave of Facebook groups dedicated to making mone…
Apple Music cuts prices in India
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techcrunch.com - This morning, The WSJ reported Apple’s streaming music service overtook Spotify in paid subscribers in the U.S., and now it hopes to do the same in the Indian market by way of a big price cut. The co…
The Google Assistant on Android gets more visual responses
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techcrunch.com - About half a year ago, Google gave the Assistant on phones a major visual refresh. Today, the company is following up with a couple of small but welcome tweaks that’ll see the Assistant on Android pr…
Snapchat launches Mario Party-style multiplayer games platform
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techcrunch.com - Snap is unlocking a new revenue stream while giving you something to do between chats and Stories. Today Snapchat debuts its Snap Games platform that lets you play real-time, multiplayer games while …
Boomplay, a Spotify-style music and video streaming service for African music and Africa, raises $20M
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techcrunch.com - While Spotify dukes it out with Apple and other big tech names to target high-end users in mostly developed markets, a startup out of China has raised some money to expand its music streaming busines…
The Roku Channel adds support for HBO just in time for ‘Game of Thrones’
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techcrunch.com - Just days ahead of the return of “Game of Thrones,” Roku has forged a deal with HBO which now gives the media device maker the ability to sell the premium channel as a subscription through its dedica…
Guy Kawasaki: Lessons from Silicon Valley
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www.commonwealthclub.org - This program is part of our Good Lit series, underwritten by the Bernard Osher Foundation. Guy Kawasaki has been a fixture in Silicon Valley and the tech world since he was part of Apple's original M…
Google Duplex arrives on iPhones, most Android devices
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arstechnica.com - Google Duplex—the Google Assistant's restaurant-booking phone call bot—is finally getting a wider rollout. The tool was previously only available on Google's Pixel phones, but now you can send out a …
Airbnb guest found hidden surveillance camera by scanning Wi-Fi network
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arstechnica.com - A New Zealand family that booked an Airbnb in Ireland recently discovered an undisclosed camera in the living room, and the family says that Airbnb initially cleared the host of any wrongdoing before…
Video: How Command & Conquer: Tiberian Sun punished the computers of the day
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arstechnica.com - When I was working at Babbage's in the mid-'90s, I recall there being three specific PC games that sat in the "coming soon" column seemingly forever—like, for years—and generated ridiculous amounts o…
VR modes coming to Super Mario Odyssey, Breath of the Wild on Nintendo Switch
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arstechnica.com - This mode converts the entire game into a VR experience. Thus, the game appears to look exactly the same as in non-VR modes (though we'll have to wait for our own eyes-on with the mode to see how muc…
The Nissan Kicks is a cheap but cheerful crossover
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arstechnica.com - Not a scale model of the Nissan Rogue—it's the Nissan Kicks. It's Nissan's entry-level SUV, it starts at $18,540, and it's been selling like hotcakes. Our test car came with an optional ($200) paint …
EU accuses BMW, Daimler, and VW of colluding to hinder emissions control tech
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arstechnica.com - On Friday, the European Union Commission accused BMW, Daimler, and Volkswagen Group (which makes VW, Audi, and Porsche vehicles) of colluding to limit emissions reduction technology in their diesel a…
A spacious plugin SUV for under $36,000? The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV
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arstechnica.com - If you want a plug-in hybrid SUV that can fit a family of five but won't cost you at least $50,000, the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV is the only game in town. Although the Outlander PHEV first went on s…
More people pay for Apple Music in the US than Spotify now
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arstechnica.com - According to a report in The Wall Street Journal, the battle between Apple and Spotify continues to escalate. "People familiar with the matter" revealed that Apple Music now has more paid US subscrib…
Email chain prompts Microsoft to investigate reports of sexual harassment ignored by HR
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arstechnica.com - Women at Microsoft have been sharing reports of sexual harassment by both fellow coworkers and external partners that were often ignored by managers and human resources alike, according to a report b…
Google’s brand-new AI ethics board is already falling apart
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www.vox.com - Just a week after it was announced, Google’s new AI ethics board is already in trouble. The board, founded to guide “responsible development of AI” at Google, would have had eight members and met fou…
Master your email with these essential Gmail tips
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www.blog.google - Your email can feel like a never-ending to-do list. And in a world where technology makes you more connected to work than ever before, how do you set ground rules to keep your energy up, your focus s…
A new poll found Americans aren't swiping right on social media
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www.newsweek.com - A new poll from NBC News and The Wall Street Journal shows a majority of Americans think social media is bad, and a dangerous, divisive force. The poll asked respondents about their thoughts on the p…
Want to see how your neighbors get the news? This site will show you
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www.fastcompany.com - How do Americans stay informed about current events? Where do you learn what’s going on in your town? Local news is dying across America, but it isn’t going down without a fight–skeleton crews still …
Huawei P30 Pro Teardown done by an official Huawei repair guy
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androidcommunity.com - Teardowns tell us how an OEM designed a particular device. The innards are exposed for everyone to see. Such careful analysis also shows the level of repairability of a phone. It’s either easy or cha…
Android Q Beta 2 to add Pixel Themes app for more customization
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androidcommunity.com - Android Q Beta 2 has been released earlier this week which means new features, a slew of improvements, bugs squashed, and more creative wallpapers. There’s the new Pixel Themes app that allows the mo…
Samsung Galaxy S10 5G will have a 25W fast charger
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androidcommunity.com - The official release date of the new variant of Samsung’s flagship line is imminent (well at least in South Korea) and so fans of the OEM are curious about what is different with the Galaxy S10 5G. I…
Android TV launcher showing ads, just a pilot program says Google
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androidcommunity.com - Google makes a lot of money through different channels. There’s the search engine, YouTube, Android phones, and Google Ads among others. It’s all about marketing and looks like the tech giant is abou…
Dual Sim Dual Standby support added to Android Q Beta 2
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androidcommunity.com - Ever since the Android Q Beta 2 was released, we’ve been learning more about the latest version of the mobile OS for the Pixel 3 phone series. It rolled out only yesterday but new features and improv…
Loblaws Revises Data Approach
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loyalty360.org - In a world of increased privacy concerns surrounding customer data use, one company has decided to take a new approach to utilize this type of data by asking customers for their permission. Loblaws C…
Microsoft Pushes Windows Insiders Forward … to 20H1? - Thurrott.com
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www.thurrott.com - Microsoft today revealed that Windows Insiders in the Fast ring will soon be testing a new version of Windows 10. The issue? It’s not the next version of Windows 10, called 19H2. It’s the one after t…
More signs that Amazon is attracting bigger search ad budgets - Search Engine Land
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searchengineland.com - Consumer product brands’ advertising budgets are gradually shifting from Google to Amazon as consumers skip search engines and begin their shopping right on the e-commerce platform. Major ad buyers a…
The One-Hour Guide to SEO: Keyword Targeting & On-Page Optimization - Whiteboard Friday
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moz.com - We've covered strategy, keyword research, and how to satisfy searcher intent — now it's time to tackle optimizing the webpage itself! In the fourth part of the One-Hour Guide to SEO, Rand offers up a…
Complete guide to Google Search Console - Search Engine Watch
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searchenginewatch.com - At the frontlines in the battle for SEO is Google Search Console (GSC), an amazing tool that makes you visible in search engine results pages (SERPs) and provides an in-depth analysis of web traffic …
Assange Arrest Imminent: Ecuadorian Embassy To Expel Him In “Hours To Days”
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www.infowars.com - WikiLeaks has published an urgent statement to its official social media accounts, saying the Ecuadorian embassy in London is preparing to expel Julian Assange within “hours to days,” citing two “hig…
How to Create Video Ad Funnels That Work
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www.socialmediaexaminer.com - Thinking about creating more video ads? Wondering how to produce more effective social media video ads? To explore how to create video ad funnels that work, I interview video ads expert Travis Chambe…
You Know What It Takes To Win, And It Starts With Expert Advice On Web Marketing Found Here
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iim.internetinfomedia.com - Internet marketing can help your products or services get their site noticed online. It may seem simple, but you need to learn the basics before you can make money. This article is designed to inform…
Use Mobile Marketing To Put Your Business In Your Customers' Pockets
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firstadsense.com - Mobile marketing is actually kind of exciting to deal with once you just have to understand what mobile devices to market your business. It can be a great way to get exposure for your business, if yo…
In Reference To Making Money Online, Priceless Ideas Are In This Article
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getmoneymaker.com - Many people cannot find fruitful employment, which is why so many look for work online. The Internet is the perfect place to make some spare money or even to work full time. Check out the tips below …
GDPR has driven improved cyber resilience, says UK government
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www.out-law.com - In its latest annual cybersecurity breach survey, carried out in the final three months of 2018, the government asked 1,566 UK businesses if they had experienced cybersecurity breaches or attacks wit…
You Asked Us Anything on Reddit!
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www.backblaze.com - When you open the door to the internet, you have absolutely no idea what is going to come through. That is especially true for Reddit — the front page of the internet and one of the world’s most popu…
How the amalgamation of retail with technology proving to be successful - ET CIO
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cio.economictimes.indiatimes.com - Retail is not just limited to being a traditional activity involving some business transactions. It has now become a multi-layered activity involving technology--which has transformed how retail is s…
Phishing Campaign Targeting Verizon Mobile Users
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www.darkreading.com - Verizon is warning customers about a phishing campaign that is going specifically after mobile users. Mobile devices have emerged as an effective attack vector, according to Jeremy Richards, principa…
Free Windscribe VPN (100% discount) | SharewareOnSale
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sharewareonsale.com - VPN is a must-have for everyone who uses internet nowadays. In simple word VPN is needed to protect you from online bad guys and identity thieves. It is important if you do not want your ISP to log a…
When will we get 5G phones?
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www.cnet.com - Earlier this year, US carrier AT&T caught heat (and is getting sued) for displaying "5G E" connectivity on some of its phones, including iPhones. This is despite the fact that its network technology …
Amazon Is Making a Rival to Apple’s AirPods as Its First Alexa Wearable
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www.bloomberg.com - Amazon.com Inc. is trying a new way to take its Alexa digital assistant mobile: wireless earbuds that mirror Apple Inc.’s popular AirPods. The Seattle-based e-commerce giant is readying earbuds with …
Small Business Guide to Chatbots & Facebook Messenger Marketing
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www.searchenginejournal.com - Chatbots are all the business buzz – and for good reason. They give customers of any-size business critical answers to pressing questions quickly. But chatbots are built on complex tech that requires…
How to create product descriptions that boost conversions
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www.getelastic.com - Businesses have a very short window to convince potential online consumers to put their trust in and convert into a paying customer. There are a number of factors that contribute to the final decisio…
Perpetrators of Crowdfunding Fraud Can't Hide From The Law Forever
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www.entrepreneur.com - Crowdfunding feels like a great idea. It’s a way to help a startup get off the ground by contributing money in exchange for a gift. Lots of people would love to have known Bill Gates at the start of …
Robert Martinez on Why Size Matters in Real Estate
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www.entrepreneur.com - In this series called Member Showcase, we publish interviews with members of The Oracles. This interview is with Robert Martinez, founder and CEO of Rockstar Capital, a real estate investment firm in…
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