Des Hudson has been one of the enduring faces at the Law Society since he took up the role of chief executive in 2006. After almost eight years at the helm, he is set to retire and depart Chancery Lane. SJ’s editor at large, Kevin Poulter, met Hudson to discuss his time at the society … Continue reading
I recently spoke to Oliver Haill about recent legislative change in Spain and how this may impact on publishing and news sites across Europe and further afield. The article was published on 29 July 2014 and is reproduced below with the kind permission of Internetworks. Spain’s online content law bomshell sending aftershocks throughout digital world In … Continue reading
Facebook, through its collaborative Internet.org platform, has introduced a free to use app in Zambia, allowing local users to access the social network, search engine Google and other local information and services. Initially offered to subscribers to the Airtel network, the service allows the use of certain sites without data charges being incurred. This will mean that more people will … Continue reading
Transport operators are learning the benefits of Twitter, Facebook and other networks to develop a dialogue with passengers and avoid reputational damage at times of disruption. In a crisis situation as in life, the many tentacles of social media may be annoying distractions, but if you plan well and engage properly, social media may prove … Continue reading
Militant organisations across the globe are using social media to promote propoganda. By utilising accessible new technologies, organisations such as ISIS are able to speak directly to a mass audience, seeking sympathy and promoting hatred. I joined the Arise News team to discuss the impact of social media in conflict zones such as Iraq and … Continue reading
Independent music labels, representing the likes of Adele and the Arctic Monkeys, have been threatened with having their videos removed from YouTube as contract ‘negotiations’ break down. Representing around 30% of the music industry, independent music labels are a significant source of new music. However, it seems to be the case that YouTube, owned by … Continue reading
I’ve written a little about the so-called ‘right to be forgotten’. You can read them right now on the Solicitors Journal website Continue reading
A few weeks ago I spoke with Marvin Meintjies of the Sunday Times in South Africa about the impact the televised trial of Oscar Pistorius was having in the UK. Old and new media have handed over a huge amount of coverage to the criminal proceedings. Here’s what I had to say, as reported in … Continue reading
The Oscar Pistorius trial has attracted blanket coverage on news channels around the world. Like the trial of OJ Simpson, almost two decades ago, allowing television cameras into the court room has arguably made it easier to sensationalise the trial and encourage a media circus. However, it is the reporting of the case via social media … Continue reading
It has been called the trial of the century before it has even started and for the next three weeks the world’s eyes will be focused on a court room in Pretoria, South Africa, as 27 year old Oscar Pistorius defends himself against a murder charge. It is over a year since the death … Continue reading
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