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Facebook (FB) is the largest social media network on the planet and became a publicly traded company May 18, 2012, joining one of the most volatile stock sectors in the U.S. The company is one of the biggest names in technology, is helmed by one of the youngest, most intelligent and heavily scrutinized CEOs in the world, and currently is one of the most prevalent means of communication across the globe.

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Why You Should Stop Checking Facebook — And Your Brokerage Account — Every Minute

By Alyssa Oursler, InvestorPlace Contributor
Facebook interactions often rob us of real-life interactions, just like compulsively following the market can actually hurt your investments ... and your sanity.

Facebook Is Testing a PayPal Killer

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
Facebook reportedly is testing a service that could put the pressure on PayPal and other online payment services.

Twitter Has Big Dreams for the ‘Second Screen’

By Alyssa Oursler, InvestorPlace Contributor
The proliferation of smartphones, tablets and other connected devices spells a big opportunity for Twitter (and others) as TV viewers willingly fragment their attention.

The Best Technology ETFs Aren’t the Most Obvious Ones

By Daniel Putnam, InvestorPlace Contributor
Many investors who want technology exposure choose XLK, VGT or even QQQ as their primary ETF, but two smaller technology ETFs may represent better options.

3 Retirement To-Dos for the Dog Days of Summer

By Marc Bastow, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor
Don't let the cobwebs gather on your retirement holdings -- use a little summer downtime to get everything in line.

Study Shows People Hate ‘Selfies’ — But Facebook Sure Should Love them

By Carla Lake, InvestorPlace Staff
'Selfie'-takers annoy all on Facebook -- except advertisers, since these users unwittingly provide useful data.

Can Zynga Find Success Through C-Suite Cuts?

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
Zynga's new chief is making some big moves, but will that be enough to return the struggling company to its former gaming glory?

Millennial Media Mega-Deal Sends Investors Running for the Exits

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
Millennial Media has agreed to buy rival Jumptap, but the deal could be hard to integrate and highly dilutive.

Diversify Your Dividends: ETF Alternatives for Hot Stock Picks

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor
This week we look at wide-moat, dividend, shipping, micro cap, and small-cap financial stocks.

Bill Ackman Wants New CEO at JCPenney … Or Else

By Alyssa Oursler, InvestorPlace Contributor
The agitating investor makes headlines with JCP almost daily -- here's the latest wrinkle in this drawn-out tale of Bill Ackman and JCPenney.

More Young Investors Turn to Online Wealth Management Firms — Should You?

By Marc Bastow, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor
Many millennials are enjoying financial success via online wealth management firms. It's a good option, but you still need to know what you're getting into.

Firefox OS Could Be Trouble for Windows, BlackBerry

By Brad Moon, InvestorPlace Contributor
The upcoming Firefox mobile OS could take the third-place crown from Microsoft and knock BlackBerry out of the running.

Facebook Trying to Be More Like Twitter

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
Facebook continues to become more and more like Twitter. Maybe it should just buy the company and become the social network superpower it wants to be.

California’s First Cellphone Amber Alerts Create Controversy

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer
Amber Alerts sent via text messages in California are being met with mixed results. Many Californians were annoyed by the new system, other loved it.

Could Twitter Bring Users Back to Primetime?

By Alyssa Oursler, InvestorPlace Contributor
Not only is Twitter buzz correlated with TV viewings, but it actually appears to cause it some of time, according a new study from Nielson.

Slow Your Roll, Wall Street: Monday’s IP Market Recap

By Marc Bastow, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor
A positive reading in U.S. manufacturing wasn't enough to help out the broader markets, though Tyson and Facebook were among some individual standouts.

OtterBox Founder Has Wisdom Wall Street Should Heed

By Alyssa Oursler, InvestorPlace Contributor
You might not have heard of Curt Richardson, but that's because the OtterBox founder made a smart move and stepped aside at his company when it came time.

Vetoed: The Latest in the Apple/Samsung Courtroom Drama

By Brad Moon, InvestorPlace Contributor
The Apple vs. Samsung multi-round courtroom melee continued as President Obama vetoed the International Trade Commission's ruling.

Social Stocks Are on Fire!

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
2013 has been a standout year for social stocks, especially those that have capitalized on the mobile megatrend.
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