Tag Archives: Social Networking Tech Bubble

Facebook’s IPO a Flop?

I was very surprised as were others that Facebook didn’t experience the first day pop that is often the case with hyped up IPO’s, especially in technology, but there are many variables to consider.  First, the insiders floated almost 15% of … Continue reading

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The Social Networking / Media Playas

The social networking and media “playas” that I will be focusing on during the next year or two include Yelp, LinkedIn, Groupon, Angie’s List, Zynga, Jive Software, Pandora Media, and of course the big fish Facebook and Twitter.  There may … Continue reading

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“LinkedIn” Executive Team Cashing Out

LinkedIn is currently the poster child for the Social Networking sector after the company’s “extraordinary” initial public offering (IPO) and recent strong performance in the fourth quarter of 2011.  LinkedIn went to market at a pegged price of $45 dollars … Continue reading

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