Handling unwanted text message marketing – advice for recipients and senders

Andrei Ghimpu July 15, 2024 0 Comments

Unsubscribing from marketing text messages is a simple process. If you're tired of receiving unwanted SMS, follow these straightforward steps to regain control of your inbox. General Guidance for Consumers Common Commands: To unsubscribe, reply to the text message with "STOP" or "UNSUBSCRIBE." Other commands that often work include "END," "QUIT," or "CANCEL." Confirmation: Once you send the...

PTSD Awareness Day 2024 – Chris’ Story

Chris Grant (he/him) June 27, 2024 0 Comments

Living with PTSD: A Personal Journey My name is Chris, and I am the Senior Developer at O’Brien Media. Despite my professional achievements, I live with PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder), which has also led to anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorder, along with epilepsy. These conditions make daily life challenging, but with the right support and treatments, I lead a fulfilling life....

Google Business Profile Chat Feature Discontinuation

Chris Grant (he/him) May 29, 2024 0 Comments

We have received an important update from Google regarding the Google Business Profile chat feature. This feature will be discontinued on 31 July 2024. This post provides all the details you need to know about this change and how it might impact your business. /*! elementor-pro - v3.21.0 - 30-04-2024 */ .elementor-widget-table-of-contents...

The Internet is Disappearing: What It Means for Web Design

Chris Grant (he/him) May 22, 2024 0 Comments

Table of Contents Introduction The Internet is Disappearing Impacts on Users and Businesses Web Design Strategies to Combat Content Disappearance Conclusion Introduction The internet, once thought to be a permanent repository of information, is undergoing a significant transformation. Recent studies suggest that a considerable portion of online content is disappearing, leaving gaps in the web's...

Strengthening Cybersecurity: UK’s New Mandate on Device Passwords

Chris Grant (he/him) May 02, 2024 0 Comments

The UK government has announced a pivotal update to its cybersecurity regulations, aiming to banish weak default passwords in smart devices, a common vulnerability exploited in cyber attacks. From now on, manufacturers will be required to equip all new internet-connected devices with unique passwords. This legislative move forms part of a broader effort to safeguard digital ecosystems against...

Understanding the Scope of Your Investment in Web Design Services

Chris Grant (he/him) April 29, 2024 0 Comments

At O'Brien Media, we strive to provide transparent, effective, and comprehensive web design services. Our approach is tailored to ensure your website not only looks great but also performs excellently in a competitive digital landscape. It's important for our clients to understand that the costs associated with creating and maintaining a robust website extend beyond just development work. Here,...

A minor change to how we handle emails to our general addresses

Chris Grant (he/him) April 11, 2024 0 Comments

We have made a small change to the way we handle emails coming into our helpdesk via our general email addresses (for sales, support, billing, and general enquiries). From 11th April 2024, we will no longer accept emails generated using marketing systems into our helpdesk when we can identify that these emails have an "unsubscribe" process. This is to combat an increased amount of spam coming...

Important Announcement: A New Chapter for O’Brien Media

Chris Grant (he/him) February 24, 2024 0 Comments

We are excited to announce a significant development in the journey of O'Brien Media. As of 24th February 2024, the O'Brien Media brand, customer accounts, and team member contracts have been acquired by Pembroke Digital Limited, a move that marks the beginning of a new chapter for our company. This strategic decision was made with a vision to enhance our capabilities, expand our service...

Important: We’re Moving from Direct Debit to Card Payments

Chris Grant (he/him) February 16, 2024 0 Comments

O'Brien Media's Shift to Card Payments In the ever-evolving landscape of digital services, adaptability and fiscal prudence are paramount in delivering value without compromising on quality. O'Brien Media is taking a strategic step forward by transitioning from Direct Debit to card payments, a move meticulously designed with our customer's best interests in mind, especially during these...

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Navigating the Storm: Google’s Battle Against a Colossal Spam Surge in Search Results

Chris Grant (he/him) December 21, 2023 0 Comments

Google's search results have recently been overwhelmed by a massive spam attack. Newly registered domains, some just 24-48 hours old, have been exploiting loopholes in Google's algorithms to rank for hundreds of thousands, and potentially millions, of keyword phrases. These domains interlink extensively, forming typical spammy link networks. The spammers have targeted longtail phrases,...

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