As publishers seek new business models, Flattr, a service that allows people to pay small amounts to content creators, is one of the most interesting models to have emerged. It has recently announced two exciting developments: the first is revshare with partner platforms and the second is the ability to "Flattr" anyone on Twitter.
I love infographics, and more generally using visuals to communicate issues. This website by Graphic Patrick shows some great mental disorder posters.SSS3 was launched last week by Sidekick Studios, a social innovation company, prompting much debate on Twitter. It's a programme that is seeking three social entrepreneurs to start three social ventures (in social care, youth re-offending, and community cohesion) within three months.
Details of the Government's National Citizen Service programmes are beginning to emerge. As a reminder, the aim of the programmes is to provide 16-year olds with the opportunity to get involved in their local communities and learn new skills. Young people are expected to pay a small participation fee. The programme in Sheffield, for example, costs £50 I have mixed feelings about charging young people, even if the fee is tiny and the programme seems like a worthwhile opportunity. What do you think?
And from the US, here's an interesting article on the rise of the "sharing economy", the west coast version of the "big society".
Alberto Nardelli is co-founder of Tweetminster and works for Guardian Business and Professional
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