Jordan Valinsky
A former editorial operations specialist and staff writer for the Daily Dot, Jordan Valinsky is a tech reporter and web culture commentator. His work has been published by the Week, Digiday, CNNMoney, Popular Mechanics, Vice, Mic, and Betabeat.
Facebook page helps rescue missing daredevil
Friends of a missing British speedflyer used Facebook to raise money for search teams that eventually saved the man’s life.
On Sep 19, 2012 by Jordan Valinsky
Indian schools create fake Facebook profiles to spy on students
The school officials say the spying should prevent bullying and harassment.
On Sep 17, 2012 by Jordan Valinsky
Buzzed: Nicki Minaj, Psy, and Swedish House Mafia
American Idol and “Gangnam Style.” What more could you want?
Celebirding improves celebrities by putting birds on them
Out: will.i.am. In: Whippoorwill.i.am.
On Sep 14, 2012 by Jordan Valinsky
Topless Kate Middleton photos take on new meaning on Twitter
Some Twitter users reacted to the news literally.
5 reasons to revisit Abby Elliott’s “The Assistant”
On YouTube—not Saturday Night Live—Abby Elliot developed an original and entertaining character that’s worth tuning in to.
Northern Ireland police monitoring Facebook page that lists alleged pedophiles
Despite police concerns, the page hasn’t been shut down because it’s based on publicly-available information.
On Sep 13, 2012 by Jordan Valinsky
“Saturday Night Live” crowdsources next hosts and musicians
You can use Facebook or Twitter to help choose the show’s next celebrity guests.
The Hater: 4 fall trends you should be scared of
It’s out with the old and in with the new as the Hater tells you which Internet trends are officially “dead,” and which new ones you should watch for this fall.
On Sep 12, 2012 by Jordan Valinsky
Pop star Kelly Clarkson takes requests on Twitter
The former American Idol has pulled off some cool covers requested by fans on Twitter, and she’s seeing the buzz on YouTube.
Defining “nerd” with Larry King and Nerdist founder Chris Hardwick
Hardwick appeared on King’s web show, Larry King Now, to discuss the ever-changing nature of nerdiness.
On Sep 11, 2012 by Jordan Valinsky
NHL forward Matt Hendricks releases anti-homophobia video for You Can Play
“It shouldn’t take courage to go into your own locker room,” Hendricks said.
NYPD uses Twitter, Facebook to honor officers lost on 9/11
The names of the fallen will be tweeted and Facebooked this year, along with more traditional memorials.
On Sep 10, 2012 by Jordan Valinsky
Buzzed: Biden, Blake, and a Britney wannabe
Joe Biden has a biker on his lap, Blake Lively is married, and more.
R.E.M. to Fox News: “Our music does not belong here”
Michael Stipe lashed out on Facebook about Fox News using R.E.M.’s hit “Losing My Religion” without permission.
On Sep 7, 2012 by Jordan Valinsky
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