Kris Holt
Based in Montreal, Kris Holt has been writing about technology and web culture since 2010. He writes for Engadget and Tech News World, and his byline has also appeared in Paste, Salon, International Business Times, Mashable, and elsewhere.
Facebook’s IPO: The story so far
Here’s a comprehensive look at the news, photos, and hilarious tweets that accompanied Facebook’s historic day.
On May 18, 2012 by Kris Holt
Facebook changes privacy settings, goes public
The big day is finally here.
4 things you need to know about Facebook’s IPO
Facebook is about to become a public company. What does that mean for you?
On May 17, 2012 by Kris Holt
Restraining order won’t silence citizen journalist
British blogger John Kerlen received a five-year restraining order for “grossly offensive” tweets. The only problem, he says, is that prevents him from reporting.
5 Instagramers worth following
Instagramers founder Philippe González curates his list of essential Instagram photographers from around the world.
On May 16, 2012 by Kris Holt
Bringing the Instagram community into focus
Philippe González’s site, Instagramers, has become a vibrant hub and in-demand resource for the popular, photo-sharing community.
Firefighter demoted over racist Facebook rant
Brian Beckmann will be required to undergo a psychological exam and diversity training courses after posting a racist rant about Trayvon Martin.
On May 14, 2012 by Kris Holt
Why prosecutors may need a warrant to subpoena tweets
Electronic Frontier Foundation’s Hanni Fakhoury argues that a recent Supreme Court ruling regarding GPS devices should apply to location data stored by Twitter.
Malaysia Prime Minister Razak invites Twitter followers to breakfast
Malaysia’s Prime Minister Najib Razak invited the person who helped him reach 500,000 Twitter followers to an intimate breakfast.
Is Ron Paul still running? Ask Tumblr
This blog is your one-stop response for a very specific question.
On May 11, 2012 by Kris Holt
Facebook testing Tumblr-style highlighted posts
For a small price, Facebook users might soon be able to highlight their status updates and photos with a yellow background in the News Feed.
Some alcohol companies prompt for age verification on Twitter
Some liquor companies are keeping underage users away from their tweets as well as their product.
On May 9, 2012 by Kris Holt
55,000 Twitter passwords leaked
Twitter said that nearly half of leaks were for spam or duplicate accounts.
Blogger given five-year restraining order after tweeting C-word
Blogger John Graham Kerlen faced six months in prison for “grossly offensive” tweets. He commemorated the verdict by tweeting the C-word again.
E.T. tweet home: Duo reaches for distant planet on Twitter
In September, Scott Kildall and Nathaniel Stern plan to send tweets to GJ667Cc, a planet that has the potential to support life
On May 8, 2012 by Kris Holt
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