OpenSocial is a common set of APIs that allow developers to write social applications that span multiple social networks. MySpace just joined the group which now leaves Facebook as the last big social network that is not part of the initiative.
"Our partnership with Google allows developers to gain massive distribution without unnecessary specialized development for every platform,” said Chris DeWolfe, Chief Executive Officer and co-founder of MySpace. “This is about helping the start-up spend more time building a great product rather than rebuilding it for every social network. We’re pleased to collaborate with Google to establish a landmark standard for social applications.”
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I believe that Facebook will only join OpenSocial if developers move away from creating apps for Facebook, which is keeping the site sticky, in favor of creating apps for OpenSocial.
On another note, OpenSocial sounds great, but will they really be able to execute?
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