Previous Event 2008

In January 2008, Intellect's Convergence Conversation returned with a look at an internet phenomenon that shows no sign of slowing down: social networking. Just a few years ago this concept would have meant nothing, but now it's sweeping the world at an alarmingly speedy pace.

According to web information company Alexa, during 2007 four of the top ten most visited websites in the world were social networking websites. 2007 also saw Microsoft pay a whopping $240m (£117m), in exchange for a 1.6% share of Facebook, nominally valuing Facebook at $15bn.

With some websites pulling in a new daily consumer user average of 250,000, social networking is going nowhere and staying firmly put at our doorsteps.

What was talked about?

Following on from the success of our last conversation, which saw us tackle 'the search for the perfect handheld device', Intellect discussed another hot topic. In January 2008, this bite-sized two-hour session debated and answered:

• what is the real impact of social networking?
• from businesses and advertising to government and politics, how will it affect us?
• to what extent, if any, will our individuality and identity be sacrificed?
• how can we use social networking to learn about new trends, exchange ideas and experiential learning?
• what then will be the future of this internet phenomenon?

Who attended?

• ISPs
• Mobile operators
• Advertisers
• PA managers
• Business development managers

What did I miss?

Gaining access to key industry players within a range of industries and with increased critical knowledge. You would have learnt to improve your business performance by taking part in the hot debate amongst a dynamic group of people.

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