Facebook Acquired Check-in Service “Hot Potato”

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As we reported back at the end of July, a rumor was spreading at that time that Facebook were in talks to possibly acquire social activity and check-in service provider “Hot Potato”. Today, news has it, that Facebook have bought the provider for a whooping $10 million in cash.When Robin … [Read more...]

Facebook to Challenge Foursquare and Gowalla with Hot Potato deal

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Online social networking giants "Facebook" are nearing their deal to acquire “Hot Potato” the social media site which launched last year giving users accessibility to events in their area through the site or the Apple iPhone app. Hot Potato has been battling it out against competitors … [Read more...]