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Facebook (FB) hopes that the purchase of Instagram helps it solve its China Syndrome with...

  • Tuesday, April 10, 2012, 9:57 AM ET
    Facebook (FB) hopes that the purchase of Instagram helps it solve its China Syndrome with government authorities in the nation holding a tight rein over access to social networking sites. Instagram's relatively clean slate as a platform void of political movements could help it squeeze through censorship filters as Facebook expands its influence in China.
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    I think this is a little bit imaginative way of talking on Facebook's acquiring of Instagram. Does Facebook really need this for its operations in China only?
    10 Apr 2012, 10:05 AM Reply Like
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    "Instagram's relatively clean slate as a platform void of political movements could help it squeeze through censorship filters as Facebook expands its influence in China."

    Whew!

    That one got through the censorship filters.

    Ah, but Hanoi Jane awaits...and she carries a lash.

    Youngblood: be on your toes.
    10 Apr 2012, 10:05 AM Reply Like
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    Hey, what would really help china is a couple of bombs dropped from a couple B52's............and don't forget Iran on your journey, young Troops......Our grand children will thank you......
    10 Apr 2012, 10:44 AM Reply Like
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