Kevin Morris

Kevin Morris

Kevin Morris is a veteran web reporter and editor who specializes in longform journalism. He led the Daily Dot’s esports vertical and, following its acquisition by GAMURS in late 2016, launched Dot Esports, where he serves as the site’s editor-in-chief.

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Steam hacked, some users at risk

On Nov. 6, the forums for the onling gaming store and network Steam were intruded. The damage could be substantial for some users.

On Nov 11, 2011 by Kevin Morris

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Downvoting skepticism on Reddit

If Reddit is a pseudonymous web forum, why does there seem to be a constant witchhunt for frauds?

On Nov 11, 2011 by Kevin Morris

Internet Culture

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TED’s Conversations fall flat

TED conferences garnered universal acclaim for its engaging speeches, but the launch of a spin-off social network illustrates a fundamental misunderstanding of how conversations work online.

On Nov 10, 2011 by Kevin Morris

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Reddit loves small businesses

Small businesses are getting a chance to advertise in Reddit's local sections for free.

On Nov 9, 2011 by Kevin Morris

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China’s Sina Weibo is thriving—for now

China's largest social network is making money and gaining new members. But will it survive censorship?

On Nov 9, 2011 by Kevin Morris

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Telephoning the revolution

Amid the Syrian uprising, Arab-speaking people from around the world are phoning in support to the city of Homs, thanks to a new Facebook event page.

On Nov 9, 2011 by Kevin Morris

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Reddit Enhancement Suite helps end click-through fatigue

A new third-party browser add-on for Reddit has quickly become an essential tool for serious and casual users alike.

On Nov 9, 2011 by Kevin Morris

Internet Culture

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Hubski—a Reddit alternative and more

Social news site Hubski may be an alternative for Reddit refugees. But cofounder Mark Katatowski says it's a lot more than that.

On Nov 9, 2011 by Kevin Morris

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Has China’s version of Twitter finally arrived?

When the International Monetary Fund's managing director signed on to China's Sina Weibo, it signaled to some users the social network's growing influence.

On Nov 8, 2011 by Kevin Morris

Internet Culture

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This week’s best of the IAmA’s

This week, find out about a guy who died twice, a rapper, a tight end and all sorts of other interesting people.

On Nov 7, 2011 by Kevin Morris

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Islamic twist to China’s digital divorce drama

Li Yang, the "Crazy English" founder, has enraged fans by announcing a conversion to the Muslim faith.

On Nov 7, 2011 by Kevin Morris

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Prolific sketch artist profiles Twitter followers

UK artist garners an instant online fanbase after pledging to draw his first 3,000 followers on Twitter. Now, we wait for the results.

On Nov 7, 2011 by Kevin Morris

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Nick Kristof’s Twitter raid

In covering a sex-slavery bust on a Cambodian brothel, a New York Times columnist shows his digital dexterity.

On Nov 7, 2011 by Kevin Morris

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Upvote: This week on Reddit, weapons of mass communication

Reddit is a community, a source of information, and—sometimes—a powerful weapon.

On Nov 4, 2011 by Kevin Morris

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Is Facebook becoming a digital cemetery?

An estimated 7 million Facebook users pass away each year. How will those loses affect the social network in 20 years?

On Nov 4, 2011 by Kevin Morris

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