3 Real-Time Search Engines Discover Social Media Trends (SocialMediaExaminer.com)

Google and Yahoo have transformed the way we find information. But with the advent of real-time content, new specialized search engines are starting to pop up, which are able to aggregate and search the dynamic “real-time” web.

This Is What Student-Made Facebook Alternative Diaspora Looks Like (Gizmodo.com)

People starting to woe over their loss of privacy on Facebook may find a new online social niche at Diaspora. Developed by a group of enterprising NYU students, this social network gives its users total control over how they want their information shared. The group recently released a preview of its beta site. It may worth looking into.

What’s #NewTwitter? (ScottMonty.com)

Twitter’s fresh, new interface is up and it’s causing a ruckus across the Twitterverse. Scott Monty lists down what has changed and shares a whimsical video explaining the social media platform’s newest makeover.

Advertising on Social Media: Do You Trust? (SocialTimes.com)

A new study provides an interesting look into current consumer behaviors. While they seem nervous about the possibility of advertisers gaining access to their private information, they remain receptive to the brands those same advertisers promote.

Facebook Launches Multi-Account Dashboard For Advertisers (AllFacebook.com)

Facebook is now giving its advertisers an easier way to manage multiple accounts. There are still a few glitches, but that will probably smooth over in due time.