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Michael Finch

The Rise and Fall of Digital News

The Rise and Fall of Digital News

The latest announcement that BuzzFeed and Vice Media have made large layoffs in February shouldn't be much of a surprise. While these outlets had a LOT of news and, sometimes, great stories, they are just more casualties in the digital world. Those of us who lived (and worked)

Internet Safety: Chain Post Scams

Internet Safety: Chain Post Scams

Those of us who love social media have all seen them. The message that looks something like the below: This scam relies on people being helpful, and maybe a little gullible. Here's how it works, it makes it look like if you do a simple task (copy and

The Deception Game with Facebook Reviews

The Deception Game with Facebook Reviews

Facebook can be a wonderful place to meet people and stay updated with friends and family. Additionally, many people use Facebook to help research companies that they wish to do business with. However, people don't think to research what they are presented on the site. And while Facebook

Deceptive Content Advertising Vexes Readers and Exposes Consumers to Scams

Deceptive Content Advertising Vexes Readers and Exposes Consumers to Scams

We have all done it, been reading a news story online, and saw another story that caught our eye. "Such-and-such Celebrity Finds Secret to Living," or another inflated headline, catches our eye. The first reaction, of course, is to click the link. What happens then can

Sandra Merchant Removed as Elections Administrator in 2-1 Vote in Contentious Public Meeting at Expo Park

Sandra Merchant Removed as Elections Administrator in 2-1 Vote in Contentious Public Meeting at Expo Park

In a 6+ hour session, the County Board of Commissioners voted 2-1 to strip Sandra Merchant of the title of Elections Administrator. After approving several contracts and a board appointment, the Board of Commissioners moved on to the discussion of Resolution 23-62: "A Resolution in the Matter