Comments on: TravBuddy hits 1 million Members

By: Garri

Garri — Wed, 19 Sep 2007 20:45:14 +0000

FB has to be one of the most impressive web2.0 sites around right now – it’s a platform really. The idea of being able to create apps that are used by the community is mind-blowing.

That said, the TravBuddy app is, like most of the apps on FB, pretty dull but seems to be popular. Not only is it dull, it’s useless, unlike their otherwise excellent site.

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By: Darren Cronian

Darren Cronian — Wed, 19 Sep 2007 20:38:06 +0000

Sam, I obviously dreamt the competition, but yes the FBfund is what I read about.

Rohan, sign up and see for yourself. It’s quite addictive.

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By: Rohan

Rohan — Wed, 19 Sep 2007 20:23:09 +0000

Not sure I understand what all the fuss about Facebook is about.

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By: Sam I Am

Sam I Am — Wed, 19 Sep 2007 07:01:57 +0000

Hmm, are you referring to the FBfund? That was just launched yesterday (http://www.techcrunch.com/2007/09/17/facebook-launches-fbfund-with-accel-and-founders-fund-to-invest-in-new-facebook-apps/), but is somewhat different. It’s a grant for developers who are starting out and a pretty neat step from some developers point of view. Of course there are others worried it will mean those apps that get that grant and possibly follow up funding will get more publicity and promotion within Facebook, but only time will tell I guess. FB has been pretty good so far at managing possible conflicts of interest, so I doubt this will be different.

Either way, this is sure to lead to even more innovation in the apps department. Very smart

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By: Darren Cronian

Darren Cronian — Wed, 19 Sep 2007 01:54:09 +0000

Sam, I can’t remember where I read this now, but Facebook are paying over £100,000 in prizes for the best developed applications. Will try and remember where I read it!

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