Around The Web: Word Of Mouth Edition

Posted by Stephanie Startz on September 24, 2009 05:36 PM

Japanese bank Nomura raises $5.6 billion to expand into the United States. [Daily Finance]

Microsoft tests web-based platform, LookingGlass, to monitor consumer sentiment about brands across social media in real time. [paidContent]

Squidoo launches Brands in Public service to compile social media feedback about brands, who pay $400 monthly to control content. [Econsultancy]

CBS exec Quincy Smith thinks Hulu is killing TV. [Business Insider]

Burger King announces a partnership with Summit Entertainment for The Twilight Saga: New Moon. [BrandWeek]

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