Internet / Social Media
Court Fight over Internet Rules Likely Delayed to 2013
The legal fight over the U.S. government's new Internet traffic rules will likely drag into next year, according to a proposed court schedule.
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Facebook iOS Integration Possible, Says Apple CEO Tim Cook
Apple CEO Tim Cook has hinted deeper integration with social networking service Facebook, which is coming to iOS, along with the Twitter integration introduced in iOS 5. The news comes at the D10 conference, where Cook talked about a range of potential Apple products.
Blizzard’s Diablo 3 Refund Policy Under Investigation as Gamers Denied Request
The Korea Fair Trade Commission has launched an investigation into the Korean brand of Blizzard to see if the studio breached South Korea's electronic commercial law. The news comes after Korean, Chinese and Taiwanese players disputed whether Blizzard should take action against players illegally playing the game.
Opera Seen a Facebook Fit But No 'For Sale' Sign
Facebook is under pressure to make money from the increasing number of users who access the social networking site from mobiles, making Norway's Opera a good fit for it, bankers familiar with the technology industry said.
Facebook in Talks to Buy Opera - New Web Browser in the Works?
According to a new report, social networking giant Facebook, fresh out of its IPO, plans to continue its spending spree with another acquisition - Norwegian company Opera Software. Wall Street and Main Street investors are now watching Facebook more closely than ever, and the social network is making efforts to solve its mobile monetizing problems. In recent months, Facebook has acquired various companies in order to increase its presence in the smartphone sector.
Facebook's arket Maker Losses May Top $115 Million: Source
Four of Wall Street's major market makers involved in Facebook's botched initial public offering last Friday expect their losses from technical glitches on Nasdaq's exchange to be around $115 million.
Facebook Options Debut a Wild Card for Volatility
Investors can hope the debut of options on Facebook Inc goes more smoothly than the long-awaited debut of the social networking service's stock on May 18.
Latest Skyrim Update Brings Mounted Combat Along with a Ton of Bug Fixes
Have you ever been riding your horse in the Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim video game peacefully without a care in the world, then suddenly out of nowhere comes a bandit or a wolf trying to kill you? To deal with the this obvious threat to dear life and horse, you are forced to dismount and put an end to whatever that brought violence to your peaceful ride in the woods, then mount your horse again to be on your merry way. Isn't that annoying? Yes it is, however, we are glad to announce that this will ...
DISH, TV Networks Take Fight over Ad Zapper to Judges
A legal battle erupted between DISH Network and some of the major broadcast networks Thursday as the two sides traded lawsuits over the satellite distribution company's "Hopper" DVR, which threatens to bring down the television business model by allowing viewers to skip over commercials entirely.
NBC May Buy Microsoft's MSNBC.com Stake
NBCUniversal is in talks to buy out Microsoft Corp's 50 percent stake in joint venture MSNBC.com, media reports said.
China's CIC Eyes up to $2 Billion Stake in Alibaba Group: Sources
Sovereign wealth fund China Investment Corp (CIC) is in advanced talks to buy an up to $2 billion stake in Alibaba Group, sources told Reuters, as the Chinese e-commerce powerhouse looks to secure the last of the funding it needs to buy back part of its stake from Yahoo Inc.
Google Chrome vs. Internet Explorer: Chrome Takes Top Spot in Global Browser War
Google Chrome has apparently dethroned Microsoft's Internet Explorer for the first time to become the world's most popular browser, shows recent data compiled by browser-tracking firm StatCounter.
After Yahoo Deal, Challenges Abound for Alibaba
China's Alibaba Group could command a Facebook-rivalling valuation of $100 billion when it comes to list its shares, possibly by 2015 - but its more immediate challenge is to hang on to top spot in the country's $36 billion e-commerce market.
