Internet marketing news roundup, March 2
Google’s new privacy policy launched on Thursday, and, while the effects were minimal to start, consumers and lawmakers alike are concerned about its lasting effects
Google’s new privacy policy launched on Thursday, and, while the effects were minimal to start, consumers and lawmakers alike are concerned about its lasting effects
Google’s privacy policy is less than one week from taking effect, and it became a hot topic this week after the National Association of Attorneys General sent a letter to the company discussing its concerns.
Like the Super Bowl last week, the Grammys generated substantial search and social buzz this week.
Last Sunday’s Super Bowl dominated web conversation, but internet marketing also saw some interesting developments as the week progressed.
The Super Bowl and Groundhog Day dominated web conversation this week, but marketing saw some major trends unveiled that could change campaigns for all businesses moving forward.
News surrounding Google’s privacy policy and move toward a unified platform dominated news this week for consumers, businesses and marketers that rely on the company.
Trending topics this week included Martin Luther King Jr., SOPA and PIPA, as the web was busy with conversation about the civil rights activist and the future of the internet in the U.S.
Google’s announcement of Search, plus Your World on Tuesday drew the attention of web marketers in all channels as the move signaled the full integration of Google+ and search.
As 2012 began, Google suffered slightly after a marketing mishap: including Paid Links to the Google Chrome homepage, circulating the web. Google chose to punish itself in search results, among other notable mentions.