Periscope isn't sweating Facebook Live, but hires first Editor-in-Chief

Periscope's executives may tell you they're not feeling the pressure of endless waves of fresh Facebook Live broadcasts from brands, media companies, celebrities and everyday folks. But their actions tell a different story.

On Monday, the Twitter-owned live-streaming platform hired Evan Hansen as its first Editor-in-Chief.

Hansen is a seasoned technology journalist who spent years at CNET and Wired (as Editor-in-Chief of the website). However, it may be his most recent experience that attracted the attention of Periscope CEO Kayvon Beykpour. Read more...