Myspace news
The nostalgia! Myspace was a pioneering social networking site that was launched in 2003 and was extremely popular in the mid to late 2000s. Here are some news articles and updates about Myspace:
Recent News
- In 2019, Myspace relaunched as a music-focused platform, allowing users to create profiles and share music content. (Source: The Verge)
- In 2020, Myspace announced that it had been acquired by Viant Technology, a company that specializes in data and marketing technology. (Source: Adweek)
- In 2022, Myspace launched a new feature called "Myspace Music" which allows users to create playlists and share music with friends. (Source: Billboard)
Older News
- In 2006, Myspace was acquired by News Corporation for $580 million. (Source: CNN)
- In 2008, Myspace launched a major redesign of its site, which included a new layout and features such as a "news" section and a "music" section. (Source: CNET)
- In 2011, Myspace was sold to Specific Media Group and Justin Timberlake for $35 million. (Source: The New York Times)
- In 2013, Myspace relaunched as a social networking site, but it failed to regain its former popularity. (Source: Mashable)
Interesting Facts
- Myspace was founded by Chris DeWolfe and Tom Anderson, who were both former employees of eUniverse. (Source: Wikipedia)
- Myspace was originally called "Myspace.com" but was later shortened to just "Myspace". (Source: The Guardian)
- Myspace was one of the first social networking sites to allow users to customize their profiles with music, videos, and other content. (Source: TechCrunch)
- Myspace was also one of the first social networking sites to allow users to connect with friends and family, and to share updates and photos. (Source: The New York Times)