1. Deadly Mozambique protests reportedly started by spam sms

    Explore Article textually.org (Sep 7 2010)

    If you didn’t believe in the power of cellphones and sms, ask those who took part in the deadly protests in Mozambique, which left 13 dead. According to Times Live, the three days of violence was sparked by a simple spam sms which read: “Mozambican, prepare yourself to enjoy the great day of the strike. Let’s protest the increase in energy, water, mini-bus taxi and bread prices. Send to other Mozambicans.” See SMSs are not only for “please call mes”. Previously: Mozambique. Six arrested for fueling protest over price of water, electricity and bread

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  2. Something old, something new | telecoms.com - telecoms industry news, analysis and opinion

    Explore Article telecoms.com (Sep 2 2010)

    Something old, something new | telecoms.com - telecoms industry news, analysis and opinion The range of messaging options available to the end user is growing fast, especially as messaging functionality has become integrated into applications like social networks. But rather than try to compete with the latest online service providers, perhaps operators should return to their roots and rediscover the potential of age-old technologie...

    Comment on Article Mentions:   Airwide Solutions   Terry McCabe   iPhone

  3. Mobile advertising SMS can now hit 500 million in Latin America

    Explore Article gomonews.com (Sep 1 2010)

    Mobile advertising SMS can now hit 500 million in Latin America Announced last March by the CTIA, the Latin America Common Short Code (CSC) initiative had a single goal: to create a single short-code system that covered the entire Latin American market. Supported by the major operators in the region, and powered by technology from Syniverse, the system has officially been launched today. We take a closer look. Continue reading →

    Comment on Article Mentions:   Technology   América Móvil   Ctia

  4. Foursquare’s Future Slowly Takes Shape

    Explore Article GigaOM (Aug 16 2010)

    Foursquare’s Future Slowly Takes Shape The rise of check-in-based applications like Foursquare (and others like it) can essentially bring a cost-per-action business model to the real world, perhaps either supplanting or complementing traditional forms of advertising. What are the possible ways check-in apps can replace traditional local advertising?

    Comment on Article Mentions:   Om Malik

  5. Mobile advertising and marketing hot news: Apple iAds, coupons and LBS

    Explore Article gomonews.com (Aug 16 2010)

    Here's your morning round-up of the best mobile marketing and advertising stories from GoMo News. Apple's controlling nature may be hampering the launch of the iAds network; Yahoo Japan buys into LBS mobile advertising; musicians get more options for branded marketing applications; and more... Continue reading →

    Comment on Article Mentions:   iPhone   Apple

  6. Pittsburgh Penguins SMS is billionth text message for Vibes Media

    Explore Article Mobile Marketer (Aug 11 2010)

    Pittsburgh Penguins SMS is billionth text message for Vibes Media When mobile marketing veteran Vibes Media recently deployed a mobile campaign for ice hockey team Pittsburgh Penguins, it hit a milestone: 1 billion SMS messages sent on behalf of clients.

    Comment on Article Mentions:   Nielsen   Mickey Alam Khan   Mobile Marketer

  7. Spam text messages can lead to unauthorized charges

    Explore Article Tulsa World (May 14 2010)

    Spam text messages can lead to unauthorized charges Spam text messages can lead to unauthorized chargesTulsa WorldFor the lowdown on SMS texting spam, see GSM World's "Mobile Spam" article about a new "Code of Practice" addressing the problem at ...and more »

    Comment on Article Mentions:   Technology

  8. Tulsa World, Okla., Phil Mulkins column: Spam text messages can lead to ...

    Explore Article callcenterinfo.tmcnet.com (May 14 2010)

    Tulsa World, Okla., Phil Mulkins column: Spam text messages can lead to ...TMCnetFor the lowdown on SMS texting spam, see GSM World's "Mobile Spam" article about a new "Code of Practice" addressing the problem at ...and more »

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  9. World Cup Spikes SMS Mobile Scamming

    Explore Article Mobile Messaging 2.0 (Jun 22 2010)

    World Cup Spikes SMS Mobile Scamming As mobile security continues to be a growing issue, scammers seeking any avenue to target the unsuspecting are quickly taking the SMS route to trick users into giving up sensitive information. We tend to see a dangerous spike in this activity around major and current events, as scammers attempt to d

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  10. Mobile advertising and marketing hot news: iPad, location and SMS

    Explore Article gomonews.com (Jun 3 2010)

    Want some hot links and short stories on mobile marketing? Read on for news on LBS from NAVTEQ; iPad advertising from AdMob; US acquisitions from Velti; and much more...

    Comment on Article Mentions:   Navteq   Clickatell   SDK

  11. Coca-Cola's vitaminwater turns to SMS for branding

    Explore Article Mobile Marketer (May 20 2010)

    Coca-Cola's vitaminwater turns to SMS for branding Coca-Cola’s vitaminwater brand recently completed a marketing program in which it engaged consumers via a mobile sweepstakes.

    Comment on Article Mentions:   SMS

  12. Top mobile advertising and marketing news and links

    Explore Article gomonews.com (Jun 30 2010)

    Check out this morning's best mobile marketing and advertising stories here on GoMo News: pizza chains are the top mobile marketers; Orange UK gets advertising wrist-slap; in-store marketing is the future; and more....

    Comment on Article Mentions:   Orange

  13. Double-dip recession could go either way for mobile marketing

    Explore Article Mobile Marketer (Aug 5 2010)

    Double-dip recession could go either way for mobile marketing The double-dip recession predicted by some economists could scare timid brands away from mobile marketing, but provide opportunities for those with gumption.

    Comment on Article Mentions:   Technology   Noah Elkin   Paran Johar

  14. Everything you ever wanted to know about mobile, but were afraid to ask

    Explore Article Communities Dominate Brands (May 28 2010)

    The Myths and Misconceptions of Mobile This is a primer about mobile, but in particular it is written to those who are relatively new to mobile (or 'cellular phones' if you are familiar with the American terminology). It is intended...

    Comment on Article Mentions:   iPhone   AT&T   T-Mobile

  15. Cedar Fair uses SMS to drive sales

    Explore Article Mobile Marketer (Jul 6 2010)

    Cedar Fair uses SMS to drive sales Cedar Fair Entertainment Co. is using mobile to engage park visitors with discounts, promotions and event notifications to ultimately drive sales and build loyalty.

    Comment on Article Mentions:   Rimma Kats   Facebook

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