Thread: Ectaco caught using MobileRead to create fake buzz about Jetbook
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Old 07-26-2013, 03:54 PM   #75
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WIKI WAR!!
Seems to be about right. This is what I'm seeing right now: link to screenshot of the relevant section of the current version of the Wikipedia page.

This is the current contents of the Controversy section in text form:

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On July 25th, 2013 MobileRead, an eBook discussion forum desperate for content due to a significant decline in eBook reader interest and site views since 2012, attempted attacking the validity and credibility of Ectaco, Inc. Their claim was that Ectaco, Inc. employees used their online message boards to promote products without disclosing their relation to the company, an alleged violation of forum rules. Forum administrators were unable to provide any proof, citing confidentiality. After a review of the information it was deemed a failed attempt at extortion and racketeering in conjunction with Ectaco, Inc.'s refusal to advertise with the MobileRead. Rules prohibiting self-discussion on this forum are non-existent on the condition that useful information is being contributed to the community. This in-depth investigation of forum contributors has left a bad taste in the mouth of the MobileRead community members fearing their own information is being scrutinized on a daily basis.
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