It is not an impact on the epic scale of an asteroid smashing into the Earth and killing off the dinosaurs, but the collision of technology and media is having profound effects on a more modern ecosystem.
Mobile phone networks are becoming a primary source of contant for many people on the planet as well as the super establised platform that is the internet. The internet makes distribution easier and cheaper.
HEADLINES FROM THE BBC NEWS HOMEPAGE
Steve Jobs Quits as Apple chief, Tim Cook will be stepping into his shoes however Tim Cook has already been playing a large part in the company since January, being the main man behind Apples recent success the ipad 2. He was also the man who is widely credited for delivering Apple’s high profit margins.
“It’s in Apple’s DNA that technology alone is not enough. It’s technology married with the liberal arts, married with the humanities that yields the results that make our hearts sing.”
Other headlines:
“Retweet makes dictionary debut”
“The all seeing app” Smartphones help blind users understand their surroundings.”
Propaganda bureau takes control of two Beijing newspapers…
Officials announce move to reporters on Beijing Times and Beijing News, known for bold reporting, at meetings.
http://www.guardian.co.uk/world/2011/sep/03/chinese-propaganda-bureau-beijing-newspapers
Guardian moves media, education and society sections into main paper
Weekly sections will be printed in main body of the paper rather than as separate supplements.
Gawker vs Fox News: the media battle that divides America
Investigation into TV presenter’s private life is latest episode in bitter rivalry.
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