In 2008, Google reportedly offered to purchase the popular Digg service for $200million.

But yesterday, the service was picked up for a relatively humble £500,000, a small price for what was once the celebrated internet darling which signalled the start of social sharing and social media.

New York tech 'incubator' Betaworks Digg on Thursday in a deal that included the remaining brand assets.

So I’ve been a RedGage member for a little over two years. In the beginning I used it mostly to promote my articles on other sites. Recently however, I’ve started posting pictures, blogs, generally getting more engaged with other members, and my earnings have been steadily increasing. I went from pennies to dollars a month and I’ve finally earned a hundred bucks on RedGage. I know that’s not thousands like some members earn, but over time I know my earnings will continue to increase.