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Research: Facebook grew far as well as fast [with chart]
How quickly has Facebook grown globally? Researchers at Nielsen collected some markers to help everyone following today’s IPO get a grasp on the stunning numbers involved.
Facebook IPO doesn't register on Richter scale [with video]
As of mid-afternoon on Friday, in one of the most anticipated initial public offerings (IPOs) in history, shares of social networking giant Facebook were up by about 2.5 percent in their first day of trading.
Webkins brings 'plush pets to life' on Facebook
Webkinz, the world of cute animals from Toronto-based Ganz, has extended its brand to Facebook with "Webkinz Friends," a new social game.
Research: why Facebook needs to focus on mobile [with charts]
Facebook users with Android smartphones spend over 15 minutes a day using their Facebook app, and they open the app an average of six times a day.
Mass Relevance secures $3.3m for social curation
Mass Relevance, which specializes in social curation and integration technology, closed $3.3 million in venture capital funding in a round led by Austin Ventures.
Pinterest gets $100m from e-commerce giant Rakuten
Pinterest has raised $100 million in funding in a round led by Japanese online retail giant Rakuten Inc., which puts a $1.5 billion valuation on the online scrapbook and sharing site.
Turner Broadcasting takes minority stake in Funny Or Die
Turner Broadcasting System took a minority stake in Funny Or Die that links the TBS and Adult Swim entertainment networks with the comedy destination property.
'Casablanca' Facebook screening – play it, Sam
Round up the usual suspects tomorrow, when Warner Bros. Digital Distribution screens the classic movie "Casablanca," free and with social integration, on Facebook.
Study: moms above average users of Facebook & Pinterest
In honor of Mother's Day, Nielsen looked at American moms online and found they're more likely than the average to use Facebook, Pinterest, and visit blogs.
Facebook co-founder Saverin gives up U.S. citizenship
Facebook co-founder Eduardo Saverin has given up his U.S. citizenship, shortly before social media company's flotation and the tax bill he'll receive thereafter.
