So Google quietly launched a cool new feature called 'Internet Stats' today.  It's still pretty raw, but, much like a Twitter feed it pulls snippets of data relating to Marketing, Technology, Consumer Trends, Media Consumption and Macroeconomic Trends from across the web and compiles them in one place for users to follow.

Check it out here:  Google Internet Stats

The Shape of Things to Come?

Is this the start of Google's attack on Twitter for up-to-the-second news feeds?  It would appear so.  Although instead of gathering their 'Googs' from users, a la Twitter; they are generated from respected news outlets like The Economist, The Financial Times, Business Week, and Forbes.  Much like Tweets, these posts are limited to a few sentences that sum up the findings.

For Example:         On the phenomenon of "continuous partial attention": over 25% of Internet users surveyed in the UK, FR, DE, IT, US, and Japan in October 2008 said they go onto the Internet at the same time as watching TV "most of the time".      Ofcom, November 2008

You're so wise Google. You're like a miniature Buddha, covered in hair.

Exciting developments this week at Bonsai Media Group!

We are excited to announce that Bonsai Media Group has a new home at 4027 21st Ave W. Suite #200 in Seattle!

We are right next to Fisherman's Terminal on the south side of the Ballard Bridge. 

You can see pictures of our Summer 2009 location by Clicking Here

We invite you all to come visit us at our new location and check out the beautiful view from the rooftop.

This weekend was crazy busy! Saturday and Sunday were whirlwinds of Prepping, Painting and Moving.  You can see the work in progress by Clicking Here

  Here's a Sneak Peek:

Happy Fourth of July Everybody

I just heard some sad news on ESPN while watching the USA vs. Canada rugby game.  Apparently Steve McNair was killed by a Gunshot wound to the head in an apartment in Nashville this afternoon. Police confirmed there was a woman killed as well, both via gunshot wounds to the head.  No word yet on whether McNair was murdered or if he committed sucide, but this is very sad news.  He died at the age of 36.

McNair was a great guy, and an excellent, tough quarterback, and he will be missed.

UPDATE:  It turns out that McNair was murdered by his 20 year old girl friend, who most likely committed suicide shortly thereafter.

Other news sources:  Former Titan QB Steve McNair Found Dead

                                Former QB Steve Air McNair killed

Titans owner Bud Adams confirmed the quarterback's death in a brief statement released Saturday.

Adams called him "one of the finest players to play for our organization and one of the most beloved players by our fans. He played with unquestioned heart and leadership and led us to places that we had never reached, including our only Super Bowl."

Steve McNair's Retirement Speech

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