Tesla Motors take control of their domain
February 21, 2016 by simon in category Google, NewsA strong domain name is crucial for a business looking to make a big impact on the internet. The one you choose for your website needs to be relevant and memorable. Think about the most successful companies, such as Google, Amazon, eBay and Expedia. They are all recognisable and have a strong presence because of […]
0 0 Read moreThe politics of online campaigning
February 17, 2016 by simon in category NewsOnce upon a time, political campaigns were all conducted with plenty of hand-shaking, baby-kissing and in-person canvassing. As the internet has become more and more vital in our lives, politicians have increasingly turned towards online campaigning and social media to reach a wide audience and garner support.
0 0 Read moreThe first things to think about when starting up your website
February 15, 2016 by simon in category News, Website DesignWe love creating fantastic websites for our customers, and with our years of experience in the business, we know what it takes to make a great site. If you’re setting up a brand new website for your business, there are certain elements that you should always consider first, as they will play a crucial role […]
0 0 Read moreHow this year’s Super Bowl ads incorporated digital marketing
February 13, 2016 by simon in category Domain Names, NewsThe Super Bowl is one of the biggest TV broadcasts in the world, with this year’s event drawing 111.9 million viewers in the USA alone. Of course, this means advertising slots during the event are extremely sought after, with 30 second spots going for up to $5 million. The way companies choose to use this […]
0 0 Read moreCould Twitter be introducing a new system?
February 10, 2016 by simon in category News, Social MediaIn a previous blog, we mentioned that Twitter is planning to up their current 140 character limit to a 10,000 characters. Last week, Buzzfeed reported that Twitter is about to introduce a new “algorithmic timeline” which will arrange tweets depending on perceived relevance, rather than the current chronological system. This would make it more similar […]
0 0 Read moreTech giants have a responsibility to their users
February 7, 2016 by simon in category NewsReligious extremism is one of the biggest concerns facing the world today, and many young people take their first steps towards radicalisation with a simple online search. Groups such as ISIS regularly use social media to spread propaganda and find new recruits. It’s important for tech companies to limit the negative effects of the internet […]
0 0 Read moreMaking sure your content works for people
February 5, 2016 by simon in category Content Marketing, NewsWhen it comes to creating online content, one of the biggest challenges is striking the right balance between making a positive contribution to your SEO campaign while also appealing to the real people who will be visiting your site. In the world of modern SEO, people are the most important asset, so rather than producing […]
0 0 Read moreHappy birthday Facebook!
February 4, 2016 by simon in category Facebook, NewsIt’s Facebook’s birthday today, which means we are celebrating 12 years of the social media platform. What started out as TheFacebook.com, Mark Zuckerberg’s Harvard University project, is now the world’s biggest social media platform with more than a billion people visiting the site every day.
0 0 Read moreCatching up with SEO
January 28, 2016 by simon in category News, SEOWhen searching for products and services online, people will rarely ever go beyond the first page of search engine results. For this reason, competition can be fierce for organic positions on the first page. A prominent position will help to boost the traffic to your website, hopefully resulting in more enquiries and sales. This could […]
0 0 Read moreIt may be time to change your online passwords
January 27, 2016 by simon in category NewsPassword management security company SplashData have released their annual compilation of the world’s 25 worst passwords. These are the passwords which are most commonly used throughout the world, making them some of the least secure and most obvious options for hackers and intruders to access your account.
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