Google’s new privacy policy , implemented at the beginning of March, has sparked a series of charges and countercharges about how the tech giant may be impinging on users’ privacy. To date, Google has found itself the target of multiple state Attorneys General allegations, voiced concern by members of Congress, and, most recently, a wave of class-action lawsuits claiming the policy not only violates users’ privacy rights, but that it also constitutes computer fraud and abuse.  How do you feel about Google’s Account Activity feature?  Why or why not? MORE >>

'What an exciting week of announcements from Google! Of course many of us in the social media space were focused on the interface improvements on Google+, but the company also announced: It is re-charging the crucial Maps effort, including graphics, animations, and local landmarks. host of specialized apps for Google Glass called Glassware, including alliances with Evernote, CNN, and Elle. new free photo storage system that gives you an option to let Google select, tag, and improve your photos for you. Significant enhancements to Google Now, a competitor to Siri. MORE >>

Google+ (or Google Plus) is many different things, depending on who you ask. It’s the tool Google will use to beat Facebook. It’s Google’s latest attempt at social media, and they finally got it right. It’s “the linchpin of Google’s plan to own the entire internet” (see below for the source of that quote). So what do organizations need to know about Google’s latest foray into social media? What are Google’s future plans for the platform? Google Plus Tips, Tactics and How-To Guides. MORE >>

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It’s why a search for “social media sucks&# on Google yields almost 12 million results (so much for my SEO on this post, oh well). It means giving up one’s privacy. Facebook in particular is notorious for privacy issues. Google settled a lawsuit last fall relating to its Google Buzz service. Google “Facebook spam&# and you’ll get 246 million results. YouTube reaches 36% of all business decision makers (more than 10 times the figure for Forbes.com). Image credit: Spin Sucks. Reasons Social Media Sucks. No question. MORE >>