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A new report shows how companies are mis-leading Americans. Consumers are resigned to their lies and getting furious with marketers.

I went too fast and I delivered my first major blogging screw up today!
Facebook alternative network Ello started out warm and fuzzy but turned nasty this week, attacking its senior rival over their real-name policy.
Negative online comments? Find out some of the best practices on how to respond timely and make the best out of a bad situation.

How to handle Internet haters, trolls and malcontents
In our engagement on the web, every interaction is an opportunity to lift people up or put them down. There are no neutral corners.
How much do you need to censor yourself to be an effective blogger?
Is Facebook the real world? An examination of how Facebook changes our behavior
New security measures on Apple and Google mobile devices protect our data but also protect those trying to hurt us.

The advertising money is flowing into sponsored content. Is it time for to take money for sponsored posts?
By Kate Prince, {grow} Community Member A hacker starts an online rumor about a place crash. The “news” goes viral and the airline’s stock plummets.

Ever taken a BuzzFeed quiz? You probably never thought you were disclosing anything too personal. Think again. by {grow} Contributing Columnist Kerry Gorgone
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