#pman is an extremely popular tag on Twitter right now. It stands for "Piata Marii Adunari Nationale" which is the name of the biggest square in Chisinau (Capital of Moldova) and is full of protesters.
"Ever since yesterday's announcement that Moldova's communists have won enough votes to form a government in Sunday's elections, Moldova's progressive youth took to the streets in angry protests," NetEffect says.
The state television is silent about the subject, but one can find consistent information from a network of spontaneous reporters that use the Internet. Twitter, Facebook, Youtube and The Blogosphere are full of their roars.
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Trend Themes
1. Social Media Activism - Protests in Moldova demonstrate the power of social media platforms like Twitter, Facebook, and YouTube for organizing and spreading information during times of political unrest.
2. Citizen Journalism - The use of spontaneous reporters on the ground in Moldova showcases the potential for citizen journalism to fill information gaps left by traditional media outlets.
3. Online Information Networks - The reliance on sources like Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, and the Blogosphere highlights the growing importance of online information networks in providing real-time updates and firsthand accounts of events.
Industry Implications
1. Social Media - The increased use of social media platforms for activism presents opportunities for businesses in the social media industry to develop tools and features that facilitate effective communication and organization for social movements.
2. News and Media - The rise of citizen journalism underscores the need for news and media organizations to adapt their models and incorporate user-generated content as part of their reporting strategies.
3. Technology - The reliance on online information networks highlights the need for advancements in technology infrastructure and internet access to ensure reliable and accessible communication channels during times of unrest.