OREANDA-NEWS  On 11 September Rambler Media Ltd. (“Rambler”), operating one of Russia’s most popular internet brands, announced the launch of “Rambler Friends”, Russia’s new open internet platform and single point of access for users’ personal communication and social networking needs.

“Rambler Friends” allows users to access the most popular blogs, email accounts and social networks from one place. By registering with Rambler Friends, users will be able to personalize their page, watch popular videos and photos and aggregate all their accounts from different sources including leading email providers and social networks. Users will also be able to update their profile and interact with other users. In addition to finding new friends, users will be able to import their existing list of contacts from other services for which they are registered.

Arkady Moreynis, Rambler Media’s Chief Product Officer, commented: “We are very pleased to announce the launch of “Rambler Friends”. Like other markets, Russia has been experiencing a rise in the popularity of social networks and communication services. As one of Russia’s leading internet brands and content aggregators, Rambler has placed communication at the centre of its ambition to become a leading open gateway to the internet. “By facilitating access to the most popular sites from one place, we are creating new opportunities for users to interact with their friends while continuing to benefit from the most popular services and a new way to access the web. Through this open and multibranded strategy, Rambler offers users and advertisers the best possible experience.”