Social Media

New Ransomware Uses Image Files on Facebook, LinkedIn to Hijack Your Computer: Report HIGHLIGHTS New ImageGate malware utilise Facebook, LinkedIn images It works same as Locky ransomware Researchers recommend users not to open unusual extensions on a system A newly discovered ransomware can target a computer through malware laced images on Facebook and LinkedIn. Researchers claim to have identified a ... Read More »

Facebook Express Wifi in India: Your 10-Point Cheatsheet HIGHLIGHTS The Express Wifi service is aimed at rural areas It will not be a free service, but will be “affordable” Customers will have to buy digital vouchers for Facebook’s Express Wifi Facebook’s Express Wifi is in the news again. Earlier this year, reports emerged that the Wi-Fi service was being tested ... Read More »

While phone makers are now launching 4G handsets and companies like Airtel and Reliance working towards bringing the networks in India, you might think that there’s no need for apps that minimise data use. The fact of the matter though is that even in a metro like Delhi, 3G access depends greatly on which part of the city you’re in ... Read More »

Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey’s Twitter Account Briefly Suspended HIGHLIGHTS Dorsey called the account suspension “an internal mistake” Dorsey returned as CEO last year but has yet to ignite growth Twitter announced earlier this month that COO Adam Bain was leaving The Twitter account of Jack Dorsey, the social network’s CEO and co-founder, was briefly suspended Tuesday night because of what ... Read More »

Instagram Will Notify You if Your Friend Screenshots Your Disappearing Message With the roll-out of a new update, Facebook-owned photo sharing app Instagram will now notify your friends when you take a screenshot of their Direct Messages (DM) – just like its rival Snapchat, a media report said. However, the notifications are only for the new disappearing message feature, Mashable ... Read More »

Perception is everything. In the business world, people are naturally attracted to the biggest names, whether you call them influencers, experts, or [insert industry here] rock stars. But what if you aren’t a big name yet? What if you’re just starting out and looking to make a name for yourself? How can you get on the radar of people you ... Read More »

Social media’s potential impact for small businesses cannot be understated. But if you’ve been using social media for awhile, then you probably already know a lot of the standard tips. However, there are plenty of other things you can do on social media aside from just posting product photos and responding to customer inquiries. Here are some social media marketing ... Read More »

Social media is a blessing for small business entrepreneurs to spread the word about their business without spending a huge amount of advertising dollars. Nevertheless, a majority of small businesses are not able to capitalize on this opportunity. A recent ProOpinion poll found that many small business professionals don’t use social media or a social media calendar on a regular ... Read More »

Word Doc – click to download Excel Version – click to download PDF Version – click to download This social media calendar template for small business is for YOU! It is based on the calendar format we use internally here at Small Business Trends LLC. Like many of you, we have limited resources and time. In a small business, you never ... Read More »

Interacting with friends and family across long distances has been a concern of humans for centuries. As social animals, people have always relied on communication to strengthen their relationships. When face-to-face discussions are impossible or inconvenient, humans have dreamed up plenty of creative solutions. Avalaunch Media recently unveiled their Interactive Infographic entitled, “The Complete History of Social Media.” History of Social ... Read More »