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Day: January 9, 2009

Targeting to the Extreme

Posted on January 9, 2009 By Tom No Comments on Targeting to the Extreme
Internet, Rants

I am not naive.  I am aware of the level of targeting and profiling that advertisers use to get their message across, especially on the Internet.  However, every now and then it really catches me off-guard.  Facebook is notorious for this, sending ads my way that read “Sing in Italy this summer” because I’ve listed … Read More “Targeting to the Extreme” »

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