links for 2010-08-26

The Qype features, which include local business listings, will "replace and significantly upgrade" Johnston Press' existing directory website, which was built in house.

"As well as integrating context specific content into local websites this software will provide a local entertainment and events database," the results report says.

It does, however, give you a choice of websites to visit so you can copy the link in the usual way. The suggested photos – from sources like Wikipedia or Flickr’s Creative Commons libraries – were relevant and as easy as the video suggests to just slot in, fully captioned and credited. It also gave me a nice choice of recommended websites for the end to turn on or off. This is an improvement on the previous version of this feature that could sometimes give some random choices.

We are accelerating our investment in our significant online and mobile initiative, STV Local, launching the first pilot area in September. During the second half of 2010 and into 2011, STV Local, working with local content partners, will launch 'must visit' hyper-local websites for local communities across Scotland. STV has recruited a high calibre staff to work in the business but will also incorporate user generated content, making STV Local a truly interactive experience, at the heart of our digital strategy.