Amazon invests in weblog site 43 Things

Posted on Thursday, February 10 2005 @ 15:44 CET by Thomas De Maesschalck

Amazon is also getting involved in the web log world by making an investment in 43 Thing, a website where people can write about their goals and accomplishments and are linked to other people with the same interests.

Web logs, or blogs, have become very popular, and Amazon's investment in 43 Things signals the Web retailer is taking an interest in the trend. Some e-commerce executives predict blogs will fuel traffic to online stores with links to favorite products and recommended shops.

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Thomas De Maesschalck

Thomas has been messing with computer since early childhood and firmly believes the Internet is the best thing since sliced bread. Enjoys playing with new tech, is fascinated by science, and passionate about financial markets. When not behind a computer, he can be found with running shoes on or lifting heavy weights in the weight room.

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