The 'obviously smart' Google+ 'celebrity acquisition plan'

Watch out, Twitter. The new social network is looking to get Hollywood on its side

A poster at Google HQ
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Having attracted 10 million users in its first three weeks, Google+ is now reportedly looking for Hollywood types to boost its momentum. Here, a brief guide to the new social network's "obviously smart" celebrity acquisition plan:

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