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Darwin was a reality TV project (based online) launched in 2007 by Bebo. Users were welcomed to join groups, engage in tasks and interact with other members. It became very popular, and attracted a lot of attention from the Bebo community.

However, Darwin ended in early 2008, and has no immediate plans to return. We hope to get it back someday, and to enjoy the game that connected hundreds.

The Dodo Isn't Dead!

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The Darwin Contestants Syndicate says:
"RIP Darwin. 2007 - 2008. - Why do all the good ones die young?" (26 weeks ago) me too!
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Email, from Michael Birch
Darwin has gone the way of the Dodo!

Darwin started as a fun experiment but unfortunately never moved much beyond that, partly because I was unable to invest enough time in it, and may be because it just wasn't quite right.

The plan was to keep it going as long as there was good support for it, but it seemed to wane as it grew. I still have a lot of new ideas for it to make it a lot better, but they rely on other things being added to Bebo first, so unlike the Dodo, it may make a comeback at a later date!

Thanks to everyone who supported it and sorry for the unceremonious demise of it.

We still love you!

Michael


Full blog from David O'Keeffe, tomorrow.
27 Comments 181 days ago
Contestants Required!
We're getting to the end of our report for Bebo, and we just need a small bit of help. For this, we ask you, contestants.

If you an spare a few minutes for Darwin, and for Bebo, in exchange for an improved game and public acknowledgement, then please help us. In our report, we are highlighting some findings regarding Darwin and the Bebo platform for it, along with accessibility, ease of use, quality and public awareness.

We would request that we could have a number of representatives, as many a possible, but ideally one or two from the following locations:


- Ireland
- England
- Wales
- Scotland
- America (various locations please)
- New Zealand
- Canada


Your work, which is not very tough, would include asking some people in your nearest city some questions about Bebo and Darwin. It is not a long detailed survey (we're not interested in that), it's literally two brief questions. The most it would take in total is about 20 minutes, at most. Plus, if more people get involved from your territory, the faster you an get it done. You can get your friends involved too, and we'd appreciate that.

For those who are interested, please contact me regarding it, and I will forward you via email the relevant leaflets and material. We really ask that you help with this, as it would be of major benefit to everyone involved with Bebo.

Please email me privately, or drop me a comment, and I will sort you out with all the necessary material. I really appreciate this, and thank you for taking the time to read the blog.

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David O'Keeffe - Founder, Moderator and Contestant, The Darwin Contestants Syndicate
8 Comments 201 days ago
Voting Problems
Right, we get it, there are some problems with voting, but, erm, we don't know what to say.

Normally I'd have a smart arse answer right about now about Bebo, or I'd have gone down the road of making a sarcastic joke about my approach to the crisis, but today, for once, I've not got much to say.

Yes, at time of writing, many might not be aware of what major things have happened at Bebo HQ. Well, today, AOL Time Warner bought Bebo for $850 Million, which is about £417 Million/€546 Million. And sure, if you were making big deals like this, I doubt Darwin will resume working tonight.

Again, I don't know. I'm just guessing that staff won't be rushing back to their offices in Texas, San Fran or even in London to update our databases and shoot out emails. If you look at it logically, Darwin probably wasn't even considered when the week started, so this really isn't a big surprise.

Who knows, the team may do something extraordinary tonight for us in relation to Darwin, or they could just leave us until tomorrow night. I'm just not sure. If you've got some stroke of genius idea/brainwave, do share it.

I won't go into talking about the future of Darwin or the fixing of things right now, because we'll need to look at what may change or be done thanks to this takeover.

If you're interested in reading more about it, take a look at the press release http://www.bebo.com/Press.jsp?PressP...

Anyway, that's my bit of Bebo gossip, but for now, why not try this- it won't fix Darwin voting, but sure, it will give you a laugh... http://www.bebo.com/c/apps/add?AppId...

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David O'Keeffe - Founder, Moderator and Contestant, The Darwin Contestants Syndicate.
0 Comments 206 days ago
 

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Darwin is over
by Martyn
Lets face the truth.
Darwin is dead.

It was originally just a small pet project by Michael Birch. He doesn't own bebo anymore.
AOL don't care about Darwin. Heck, I'm guessing Michael Birch dioesn't even care anymore.

Darwin was bound to fail anyway since they introduced the pyramid system.

Game over
5 Replys 27 weeks ago
Joke
by Derek McHugh
This latest dereliction of Darwin (failure to recommence voting on Monday morning as normal) as caused Darwin to descend into a farce and render it inoperable and impractible. And... I'd rant more but my work break has ended.

Your opinions, folks?
1 Reply 29 weeks ago
Your thoughts on minors on Darwin...
by David O'Keeffe

As you've read in the blog, and seen in the poll, under eighteen's are not permitted on Darwin, and are removed by staff. It's a tough debate, and we want your views.


Do you think its a wise and good move by Bebo?
Are you an adult, over the age of eighteen, who are glad to see the changes?
Are you under-eighteen and irriated by the recent enforcement?
Did you get angry at all the minors who posted pointless content?
Are you an under-eighteen who feels discriminated?


Whatever your view is, please state it. Remember to post and reply maturely, without foul language, text or back slang, and without bashing and flaming. Minors, be aware what you say and make a good representation of yourself. Adults, remember that you will also be speaking to those under eighteen, so please choose your words wisely.

*** Very Important - Start your reply with your vote, as cast in the poll. So "Yes" or "No". There is no point being in this forum unless you've cast your vote. ***
14 Replys 34 weeks ago
 

Comments

The Bebo Drop-Off
HIT THIS NOW!!!
1 week ago
Blathnaid K
yeah bring it back!!
1 week ago
Shane H
bring it back
3 weeks ago
Mel
strawberries
6 weeks ago
Must.Be.On.Crack
You just miss me adzy lol ;p
8 weeks ago
Luke Holbrook
I remember darwin... ages ago :L
It was good but... people were so gay in it (Y)
10 for 10, then 3 for 3, it was so lame -_-
wasn't even 18 all way through and they never knew :L
9 weeks ago
Sarah
start up darwing again i miss it
10 weeks ago
Adzy Bear
i miss darwin:(
10 weeks ago
XxbebosfittestxX
jion us:( ..please:D [xxbfxx]
10 weeks ago
Steven Griffin
ohhh ya remember when all the people under 18 were kicked out? i wasnt :L :L :L im 18 now so i dont have to be worried about being booted from the group :L :L :L
13 weeks ago
Puke-Musik
hi irish ppl
13 weeks ago
Louise Gill
darwin turned into desperate game, of folk getting threatned by "non original darwiners" beating them? which led to people being really rather mean and lets be honest, bitchy! if it came back, i would be well up for it, but i wouldn't take any shit from people like i did the last time. i left because people hated me that much because i got more points than them. which is what the game is all about or isnt it?? some people were just really bad losers.
14 weeks ago
Steven Griffin
i think this turned into a contest of who'll be the last on to stay in the groups
16 weeks ago
Made In Wales
im doing fine thank you nice page you got
17 weeks ago
Made In Wales
Hey folks :)
17 weeks ago
Calculator Masterbator.
Duno

19 weeks ago
Crossan
darwin's boring




yd it accept me cus i ent 18!
19 weeks ago
Calculator Masterbator.
called it shite
got a warning from someone :L
was top of the voting list
then I said that it had become boring
and then they threw me out
19 weeks ago
Calculator Masterbator.
I was thrown out for calling it shite :L
19 weeks ago
Mel
well rachel it was not me as you can guess but maybe its because you are one of the original darwiners like me and david and maybe cos ur input into darwin has been great
21 weeks ago
 
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