http://blogs.amd.com/channel/2012/11/07/the-digital-shelf-part-2/
Well, we now know that this advocacy program is not new. It has been in effect at least since November 7th 2012. Still, we see no mention in anyones sig, anywhere on the net in any forum being a participant in the advocacy group.
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Online Advocate Marketing
Our research indicates that consumers are highly persuaded by online experts and personalities, hence AMDs advocacy marketing focus. These key influencers are AMD technology enthusiasts that are well respected in their communities: Twitter, Facebook, forums, blogs, etc."
I know you're just reposting what Mark posted on ABT, but did you actually read the article? Because the next paragraph further expands this paragraph.
I like how you (or I guess Mark in this case) are using the date of a blog post as some kind of proof that this is the date this program was started, or at least evidence that this program was already in progress.
The blog post is clearly about AMD's plans on how to expand their marketing (ie like most companies make road maps). Like this paragrpah:
"For example, we may run a promotion featuring a great new AMD product, the winner of which might receive not only a product sample but also tickets to a great show or event, or maybe even the opportunity to attend a product launch."
Didn't they just host an event (the one that this whole can of worms is based on) a week ago, March 7th?
Have there been any other events prior to this March 7th one?
Again, I never said there aren't undocumented employees posting here, but I feel the same way even about your company (nVidia) and my beloved Intel.
It's amazing how you guys (not just Keys/Mark) twist things to fit some kind of agenda. Do you guys honestly have nothing better to do (well I understand Keys is compensated, and Mark is trying to prove something) but sheesh.
Anyways, just wanted to say that - let the poo flinging continue.