Internet / Social Media
Full Internet Explorer Browsing with Kinect in Testing, E3 Announcement?
Browsing the Internet from the Xbox 360 has probably been one of the most requested features since the console's launch in 2005. The PlayStation 3 already offers a browser, though Microsoft will be doing so sans a controller: Internet Explorer will be used with Kinect. Specifically, Internet Explorer 9.
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Facebook's Zuckerberg Says Mobile First Priority
Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg, whose limited role in promoting the No. 1 social network's market debut has drawn criticism, laid out its growth strategy to investors on Friday, saying that transforming its mobile and advertising experience are top priorities in 2012.
Facebook Listing Could Trigger IPO Surge: Nasdaq
Nasdaq OMX Group Inc is looking forward to a spike in the number of companies going public in the near term as they look to take advantage of the market buzz created by Facebook's listing next week, an executive at Nasdaq said on Thursday.
Google, Twitter Quizzed on Facebook-Instagram: Source
The U.S. Federal Trade Commission has reached out to Google Inc and Twitter in an investigation into Facebook Inc's $1 billion acquisition of photo-sharing service Instagram, a source familiar with the probe told Reuters.
Online Music Storage Firm MP3tunes Files for Bankruptcy
Online music storage firm MP3tunes Inc filed for bankruptcy in a U.S. court, following its prolonged run-in with music publishing giant EMI Group over copyright issues, court filings showed.
Yahoo CEO Says He Never Provided a Resume: Source
Yahoo Inc Chief Executive Scott Thompson, at the centre of a row over his educational qualifications, told his top executives on Thursday he never provided a resume or incorrect information to Yahoo, a source familiar with the situation said.
Analysis: Facebook Friends Itau BBA in Nod to Brazil Growth
For most people, Facebook is a way to connect with friends and family all over the globe. For Brazilian investment bank Itaú BBA, Facebook could help it forge connections with the elite banks that handle the world's biggest financial deals.
Facebook's IPO Already Oversubscribed: Source
Facebook Inc's record initial public offering is already oversubscribed, a source familiar with the share listing said, days after the world's largest social network embarked on a cross-country roadshow to drum up investor enthusiasm.
Explore Businesses from the Browser as Google Maps Supports Indoor Business Photos
Google Maps for Android has been updated to version 6.7, bringing support for local offers and indoor directions for supported businesses. Businesses can also share interior photos to paint a clearer picture for consumers.
Investor Wants Yahoo CFO or Media Boss as Temp CEO
Yahoo Inc's largest outside shareholder said the Internet company should make its finance chief or head of media the interim chief executive because of the controversy surrounding CEO Scott Thompson's educational background.
Facebook to Sell Apps Through New Online Hub
Facebook Inc unveiled a new hub for consumers to find games and other apps on the social network, including its first storefront for selling paid apps, in the company's latest effort to expand the ways it makes money from its massive audience.
Nokia Loses UK Court Appeal, Sees No Sales Impact
A British court dismissed Nokia's appeal against a June 2011 High Court ruling which found the Finnish mobile phone maker was infringing a patent of Germany's IPCom.
Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg Kicks off IPO Roadshow in NY, Proceeds to Boston
Facebook has started marketing its upcoming initial public offering (IPO), and according to a person familiar with the matter, who was cited by SFGate, Facebook founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg met with potential investors on Monday.
