Jason Nickerson

Strategic Marketing & Web Solutions

• I’m Back and on a New Host!
  Hello everyone, it’s been far too long since I’ve posted here on the Jason Nickerson Online. Today, I’m excited to share that I’m officially back. Even more exciting, I’ll be relaunching my newsletter soon, so stay tuned for updates straight to your inbox. I want to kick off this new chapter by talking about a… Read more: I’m Back and on a New Host!
• 10 Not-So-Holiday Movies to Jingle Your Bells This Season
  Santa’s sleigh may be loaded with festive cheer, but not everyone is in the mood for sugarplum fairies and twinkling lights this holiday season. Sometimes, it’s the unexpected movies—the ones with a little grit, a lot of action, or even a touch of darkness—that make the season bright. With Netflix’s new Carry On film being hailed as… Read more: 10 Not-So-Holiday Movies to Jingle Your Bells This Season
• CloudFest 2024: Celebrating 20 Years of Innovation and Collaboration
  This year, CloudFest is celebrating 20 years of CloudFest (formerly known as World Hosting Days). With its rich history and unparalleled networking opportunities, CloudFest has become the must-attend event for professionals in the cloud and hosting industry. From March 18th to 21st, CloudFest 2024 will bring together over 11,000 attendees from around the world. This… Read more: CloudFest 2024: Celebrating 20 Years of Innovation and Collaboration
• Exploring the Future of Digital Assets at the 2024 Digital Asset Congress
  The 2024 Digital Asset Congress promises to be a groundbreaking event in Reykjavík, Iceland, designed for professionals and enthusiasts in the digital assets arena. The event is scheduled to kick off on September 23rd with the Digital Asset Expo, showcasing the latest technologies and services in the digital asset space. The single-day expo will be… Read more: Exploring the Future of Digital Assets at the 2024 Digital Asset Congress
• InMotion Hosting’s European Expansion: A Strategic Move for Enhanced Services
  In the dynamic landscape of web hosting, InMotion Hosting has taken a significant step forward. The company has recently established a new data center in Europe, marking a pivotal moment in its growth trajectory. InMotion Across the Pond Starting in Amsterdam, InMotion Hosting initially introduced its Shared Hosting services. However, recognizing the evolving needs of… Read more: InMotion Hosting’s European Expansion: A Strategic Move for Enhanced Services
• WordCamp U.S. 2023: A Revolution in Government and Accessibility
  Setting the Scene at National Harbor A tech event doesn’t often leave you feeling that you’ve witnessed a paradigm shift, yet that’s what happened at WordCamp U.S. 2023. The event held at the illustrious Gaylord Hotel National Harbor, a stone’s throw away from D.C., couldn’t have been more apropos for a conference that focused heavily… Read more: WordCamp U.S. 2023: A Revolution in Government and Accessibility
• Hey, Community’s Got Soul, Not Just Sales – Wink!
  Community management has taken a wild rollercoaster ride in our snazzy digital age where ‘ka-ching’ (aka monetization) is king. Some say it’s taken a nosedive. Whispers abound: big corporates are sneaking in, trying to play matchmaker between community and marketing. And let’s say it’s like putting ketchup on ice cream. Meanwhile, good ol’ marketing’s dancing… Read more: Hey, Community’s Got Soul, Not Just Sales – Wink!
• Domain Days Dubai: The Ultimate Digital Experience in the Heart of the Desert!
  Welcome to the world of Domain Days Dubai, the first-ever in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. This event is a veritable treasure trove of knowledge and networking for a diverse range of professionals. Attendees include Domain Investors, Registrars, Registries, Web 3.0/Blockchain Domains, Hosting/Cloud Providers, SaaS, and Industry Enthusiasts. A Golden Opportunity for… Read more: Domain Days Dubai: The Ultimate Digital Experience in the Heart of the Desert!
• How Fractional Marketing Works and Why a Company Would Hire a Fractional Marketer
  In the rapidly evolving business landscape, keeping up with marketing trends and techniques is essential. One such trend, which has gained significant traction in recent years, is Fractional Marketing. But what is it, and why should companies consider hiring a fractional marketer? This post will answer these questions and comprehensively understand fractional marketing. What is… Read more: How Fractional Marketing Works and Why a Company Would Hire a Fractional Marketer
• The Future of the U.S. Tech Workforce Amidst Offshoring Trends: A Closer Look at Wage Disparities and Living Costs
  In 2023, up until the present date, there have been 201,860 layoffs in the tech industry. The U.S. tech sector continues to evolve at a breakneck pace, navigating the choppy waters of economic fluctuations, technological advances, and changing global dynamics. One of the most significant transformations in recent times is the rapid shift of tech… Read more: The Future of the U.S. Tech Workforce Amidst Offshoring Trends: A Closer Look at Wage Disparities and Living Costs
• Hiring ChatGPT: Embracing AI in the Workplace
  Over the years, the integration of artificial intelligence into everyday life has been met with a mix of excitement, trepidation, and, in some quarters, outright disdain. From fears of job displacement to concerns over ethics, AI’s role in our society has been a subject of passionate debate. Today, I want to discuss a unique AI… Read more: Hiring ChatGPT: Embracing AI in the Workplace
• WordPress Diverse Speaker Team: Empowering Underrepresented Voices in Tech
  The WordPress Diverse Speaker Team has launched a remarkable initiative to encourage and empower underrepresented individuals to enter the spotlight at WordPress events. Recognizing the value and necessity of diversity in all aspects of tech, this team has developed engaging and transformative speaker workshops aimed at overcoming self-doubt and cultivating the art of effective communication. Breaking the… Read more: WordPress Diverse Speaker Team: Empowering Underrepresented Voices in Tech
• Get Involved with the Next Generation of WordPress Events
  WordPress is taking a step into the future with the launch of its next generation of events. The Make WordPress Community Team has provided an update, shedding light on the proposed formats for the 2023 pilot events. The upcoming events are designed to cater to various interests and needs within the WordPress community. What’s in… Read more: Get Involved with the Next Generation of WordPress Events
• Squarespace’s Acquisition of Google Domains: What it Means for You
  Last week Squarespace Inc. announced the acquisition of the assets associated with Google Domains​​. This surprising move is a significant milestone in the domain industry, with potential implications for both Google Domain owners and Squarespace itself​​.  The Deal Squarespace’s decision to acquire Google Domains includes approximately 10 million domains across millions of customers​​. Squarespace has… Read more: Squarespace’s Acquisition of Google Domains: What it Means for You
• Who Needs Apple Glasses? Enter the World of WiMi Holograms!
  Greetings, tech enthusiasts! Remember those cool holograms from Star Wars? Yeah, we’re almost there, folks! WiMi Hologram Cloud Inc., a significant player in the global Hologram Augmented Reality (AR) arena, has just dropped a bombshell, announcing the development of their sensor-based electro-holography (EH) gesture control system. But don’t worry; you won’t need Apple’s latest Vision… Read more: Who Needs Apple Glasses? Enter the World of WiMi Holograms!
• WordCamp US 2023: The Spectacular Synthesis of People, Location, and Shared Enthusiasm
  As the balmy summer days roll in, anticipation within the digital sphere is mounting. WordCamp US 2023, the much-awaited conference for the WordPress community, is rapidly approaching. The enthusiasm is tangible, with hundreds of fervent participants eagerly awaiting the release of additional tickets. This year, the event promises to deliver an extraordinary experience, extending beyond… Read more: WordCamp US 2023: The Spectacular Synthesis of People, Location, and Shared Enthusiasm
• Privacy Lost: A Short Film Advocates for Regulation Against AI-powered Human Manipulation
  A thought-provoking short film, “Privacy Lost,” debuts today, June 2nd, 2023, at Silicon Valley’s Augmented World Expo (AWE). The film aims to shed light on the potential dangers of AI-powered mixed reality and raise awareness about the need for regulation. By depicting how immersive technologies can threaten privacy and enable emotional and behavioral manipulation, the… Read more: Privacy Lost: A Short Film Advocates for Regulation Against AI-powered Human Manipulation
• From BBSs to WordPress: Celebrating 20 Years of WordPress and My Journey through the Digital Landscape
  As we mark the 20th anniversary of WordPress, I can’t help but look back on my journey through the evolving digital landscape. It’s a path that began not with a website, but with a Bulletin Board System (BBS) and continued through PHPNuke, osCommerce, Joomla, cPanel, and Cloudways, finally bringing me to the world of WordPress… Read more: From BBSs to WordPress: Celebrating 20 Years of WordPress and My Journey through the Digital Landscape
• Celebrating 20 Years of Evolution in the WordPress Hosting Industry
  Twenty years ago, the web hosting landscape was a world apart from where it stands today. It was a time when shared hosting ruled the market, when every hosting-related task required a significant amount of technical knowledge, and WordPress was just starting. Today, as we commemorate two decades of growth and innovation in the hosting… Read more: Celebrating 20 Years of Evolution in the WordPress Hosting Industry
• The Evolution of a Community Through Educational Meetups and Global WordCamps
  In the third edition of my #WP20 “From Blogs to Blocks” blog series, we’ll take a walk down memory lane, tracing the growth of this incredible community through educational meetups and global WordCamps. The First Seedlings: WordPress Meetups The concept of WordPress Meetups sprouted only a short time after the inception of the CMS. These local gatherings… Read more: The Evolution of a Community Through Educational Meetups and Global WordCamps