Automattic has launched BuddyPress 1.0 and it is officially available to the public. What is that mean? Yes, go get your own social network.
BuddyPress used to be a developer of widgets for WordPress themes when Automattic, creator of the blogging platform, acquired it about a year ago. Today, the company is adding yet another variation to this whole social thing. Now you can have your own private social network.
Vine, the latest social networking site has begun its beta testing in Seattle, WA. Vine is the new attempt Microsoft launches to fight Facebook and Twitter for a piece of the social pie and try to generate revenues out of status updates.
Anything new? You bet. Vine will focus on becoming the main communication channel for emergencies, mixing the so popular Status Updates with local news and message alerts. It also integrates a map on a desktop app where you can see other users.
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