Maruti Swift New Version Coming

NEW DELHI, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com)- Maruti Suzuki India is gearing up to meet the increasing competition in the Indian car market. Especially the entry and emergence of the global players like Ford, GM and Hyundai are piling the pressure on the carmaker which commands a major part of the Indian market. It is planning to … Read more >>.

Google says China partially blocks search service amid latest skirmish over censorship

Google says China partially blocks search service
BEIJING – A Google search feature was blocked in China on Thursday, the company said as it awaited Beijing’s decision on whether to renew its operating license amid tensions over censorship.
Mainland users were unable to use the search giant’s “suggest” feature, which offers possible results as they …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Mo. Senate panel pares back incentive bill to focus on automakers, cuts out computer centers

Mo. Senate panel pares back incentive package

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – A Senate committee pared back an incentive package Wednesday to focus solely on Missouri’s automotive industry, shedding other proposed tax breaks at the request of Gov. Jay Nixon’s administration.
The committee’s action set the framework for a scheduled Senate debate Thursday on the engine of this … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Mo. Senate panel pares back incentive bill to focus on automakers, cuts out computer centers.

No next of Kin: Microsoft to abandon 2-month-old line of youthful semi-smart phones

Microsoft halts global rollout of Kin phone
SEATTLE – For Microsoft, there will be no next of Kin.
The company said Wednesday it will halt the planned rollout of Kin One and Kin Two phones beyond the U.S., less than two months after Verizon Wireless started selling them.
Microsoft Corp. unveiled the two Kin … Original article on : No next of Kin: Microsoft to abandon 2-month-old line of youthful semi-smart phones.

Correction: Smart Spending-Appliance Rebates

Correction: Smart Spending-Appliance Rebates

SAN FRANCISCO – In a Dec. 30, 2009, story about federally funded rebates on energy-efficient appliances, The Associated Press, relying on information from Joe McGuire, president of the Association of Home Appliance Manufacturers, incorrectly reported that buyers of new refrigerators could save $250 a year on their electricity bills over what they …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Correction: Smart Spending-Appliance Rebates.

Product recalls: computers, scuba gear, tuna, bathrobes, ski equipment and drill presses

Recalls: computers, scuba gear, tuna, bathrobes
The following recalls have been announced:
About 233,000 notebook computers, manufactured in China and the United States by Sony Electronics Inc. of San Diego, Calif., because they can overheat and pose a risk of burns. The company has received 30 reports or overheated computers, but no reports of injuries. … Read : Product recalls: computers, scuba gear, tuna, bathrobes, ski equipment and drill presses.

Google News gets more personal with tailoring tools to fit each reader’s interests

Google adds a personal touch to its news section
SAN FRANCISCO – Google Inc. is giving its users the chance to tailor the news to fit their interests.
As part of a new look unveiled Wednesday, the English-language version of Google’s online news section is offering tools that will enable readers to specify what kinds …. Original source  : Google News gets more personal with tailoring tools to fit each reader’s interests.

Review: Motorola Droid X’s big screen is great for watching videos, awkward for making calls

Review: Droid X smart phone focuses on screen time
SAN FRANCISCO – As smart phones get bigger and brighter touch screens, the line between handsets and tablet computers has gotten blurry.
The Droid X ($200 with a Verizon Wireless contract and rebate), the latest addition to Motorola Inc.’s popular Droid smart phone line, purports to … Read more : Review: Motorola Droid X’s big screen is great for watching videos, awkward for making calls.

New laws loosen gun control, restrict smoking and drinking, and crack down on texting misuse

New laws target gun control, smoking and drinking

New state laws taking effect Thursday loosen restrictions on carrying guns and toughen restrictions on smoking, drinking and texting around the country.
In New Mexico and Virginia, gun owners with permits can carry their weapons into restaurants that serve alcohol. Workers in Indiana can store their guns in locked … Read more : New laws loosen gun control, restrict smoking and drinking, and crack down on texting misuse.

Applications, outside websites now need user permission to access private Facebook data

Facebook launches ‘permissions’ for apps, websites
NEW YORK – Facebook is rolling out a new feature that requires outside applications and websites to tell users exactly what parts of their profiles have to be shared for the apps to work.
Applications already had to ask users for permission to access anything in their profiles that … Read more >>>.

Boeing acquires combat systems developer Argon ST for $775 million as Pentagon needs shift

Boeing buys Argon for $775M as military shifts

Boeing is buying combat engineering firm Argon ST for about $775 million, reflecting a shift by defense contractors seeking to accommodate a Pentagon that now wants high-tech intelligence tools as much or more than big guns and heavy armor.
The Pentagon is cutting some big weapons meant for conventional …. Source article  : Boeing acquires combat systems developer Argon ST for $775 million as Pentagon needs shift.

‘Cheerio, cherry lips, cheerio,’ Dr. Demento ends syndicated radio show after nearly 40 years

Dr. Demento leaving radio for the Internet

LOS ANGELES – Listen closely, that’s the sound of demented music dying that you’re hearing on your radio.
After nearly 40 years of broadcasting catchy little tunes celebrating everything from dogs getting run over by lawnmowers to cockroaches devouring entire cities, Dr. Demento is discontinuing his syndicated radio show.
By summer’s … Original source on Gaea Times at : ‘Cheerio, cherry lips, cheerio,’ Dr. Demento ends syndicated radio show after nearly 40 years.

Top 10 Cheap International Calling Plans to India (from USA)

Are you one of those who needs to frequently call to cities in India from USA? Well, the charges for international calls vary from one service provider to another. Before you decide on a plan, you need to feel free to research the individual plans and phone rates and long distance services provided by … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Top 10 Cheap International Calling Plans to India (from USA).

Review: Even if you’re a Muggle, ‘Lego Harry Potter’ casts a spell

Review: ‘Lego Harry Potter’ casts a spell
There isn’t a pop-culture franchise better suited for video games than the Harry Potter epic. It has magic, combat and a vast imaginary world to explore. It has appealing heroes, dastardly villains and awesome monsters. It even has its own sport, Quidditch, which should be a blast … Read more »»».

Amazon begins offer to give a bigger cut of e-book sales to independent authors, publishers

Amazon begins new royalty program for Kindle books

SEATTLE – Amazon.com Inc. said Wednesday it is now offering do-it-yourself authors and publishers royalties of about 70 percent on their e-books.
The online retailer in January had announced plans to offer users of its e-book self-publishing program, the Kindle Digital Text Platform, book sale royalties of 70 percent …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Sony offers global free software update to fix possible overheating of VAIO laptop

Sony to fix laptop over possible overheating flaw
TOKYO – Sony Corp. said Wednesday that it has started providing free software updates to more than half a million users worldwide to fix a glitch that could cause overheating in its popular VAIO laptops.
So far, no injuries have been reported, but the Tokyo-based electronics company …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Computer Services 1st-quarter earnings climb 7 percent on revenue growth, acquisition

Computer Services 1Q earnings climb 7 percent

PADUCAH, Ky. – Computer Services Inc. said Wednesday its most recently quarterly earnings jumped 7 percent, helped by growing revenue and a recent acquisition.
The company, which provides information technology services for financial institutions, said growth came from both its core business and its recent acquisition of Myriad Systems Inc., … Read : Computer Services 1st-quarter earnings climb 7 percent on revenue growth, acquisition.

Terrafugia Transition Set To Fly

SAN FRANCISCO (GaeaTimes.com)- The Terrafugia Transition has cleared one of its biggest hurdles by getting an approval from the FAA (Federal Aviation Administration) for classification as a light sports aircraft. The news could mean a great progress for everyone who dreams of flying over the drudging traffic. The Terrafugia Transition is a new age …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Shaw Communications adds customers, posts 20 percent jump in 3rd-quarter net income

Shaw Communications’ 3Q profit climbs 20 percent

NEW YORK – Shaw Communications Inc.’s earnings jumped 20 percent in its fiscal third quarter as more customers signed up for its Internet and digital phone services.
The Canadian cable, satellite and Internet service provider said net income for the three months ended May 31 rose to $158.2 million, or … Read more »»».

NPCIL To Provide Nuclear Equipments

DELHI, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com)- NPCIL has been joined by the French energy equipment supplier Alstom Power in a tripartite joint venture agreement to contribute a total of 45,000 MW of power for the Indian market. Reportedly, the agreement signed between NPCIL (Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited) and Alstom Power also has BHEL (Bharat Heavy Electricals … Original article on : NPCIL To Provide Nuclear Equipments.

Their ‘moon shot’: Blind organization to showcase vehicle that can be driven by the blind

Group to show car that can be driven by the blind

WASHINGTON – Could a blind person drive a car? Researchers are trying to make that far-flung notion a reality.
The National Federation of the Blind and Virginia Tech plan to demonstrate a prototype vehicle next year equipped with technology that helps a blind person drive a … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Their ‘moon shot’: Blind organization to showcase vehicle that can be driven by the blind.

Farmers use Twitter, YouTube to counter criticism from environmental, animal rights groups

Farmers defend way of life with Facebook, Twitter
DENAIR, Calif. – When a video of dairy cows being punched and prodded with pitchforks was recently released by an animal rights group, it made the rounds on YouTube and generated the expected angry responses.
But it also raised a flurry of outrage from another corner of … Original source on Gaea Times at : Farmers use Twitter, YouTube to counter criticism from environmental, animal rights groups.

US video game retail sales slide 5 percent in May, dragged by lower console prices

NPD: US video game sales drop 5 percent in May
NEW YORK – Video game retail sales slipped once again in May, hurt by lower prices of gaming consoles.
Total sales of gaming systems, software and accessories dropped to $823.5 million in May, down 5 percent from a year earlier, according to figures released Thursday …. Read the original article  : US video game retail sales slide 5 percent in May, dragged by lower console prices.

Corporation Commission approves OG&E’s application to implement ’smart meter’ program

State commission approves OG&E ’smart meters’

OKLAHOMA CITY – The Oklahoma Corporation Commission authorized Oklahoma Gas and Electric Co. on Thursday to expand its smart grid program statewide and install technology allowing consumers to monitor their electricity usage and take advantage of lower costs during off-peak hours.
Commissioners approved an agreement between Oklahoma’s largest electric utility, members … Read : Corporation Commission approves OG&E’s application to implement ’smart meter’ program.

Disney acquires Tapulous, maker of popular iPhone game Tapulous

Disney acquires iPhone game maker Tapulous
LOS ANGELES – The Walt Disney Co. said Thursday it acquired Tapulous, the maker of the popular iPhone play-along music game Tap Tap Revenge, to bolster its ability to create mobile games and gain another toehold in Silicon Valley.
“It definitely is a strategic move and it highlights the … Original article on : Disney acquires Tapulous, maker of popular iPhone game Tapulous.

Flying high: Google hopes to steer more airline bookings with $700M purchase of ITA Software

Google to buy travel software company for $700M
SAN FRANCISCO – Google Inc. plans to buy travel technology company ITA Software Inc. in a $700 million deal that would enable the Internet search leader to steer more of the airline reservations booked on the Web.
The all-cash deal announced Thursday signals Google’s intention to challenge [..] Read the original article: here.

Google buys travel software company ITA Software for $700 million in cash

Google buys travel software company for $700M
SAN FRANCISCO – Google Inc. plans to buy travel technology company ITA Software Inc. in a $700 million deal that would enable the Internet search leader to steer more of the airline reservations booked on the Web.
The all-cash deal announced Thursday signals Google’s intention to challenge flight-comparison … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Google buys travel software company ITA Software for $700 million in cash.

GM’s Whitacre says Austin will be among cities for rollout of electric-powered Chevy Volt

GM’s Whitacre: Austin added to Volt rollout list
AUSTIN, Texas – Texas, New York, New Jersey and Connecticut will join the states where General Motors will roll out its electric car, the Chevrolet Volt, GM CEO Ed Whitacre announced Thursday.
The debut list originally included Washington, D.C., California and Michigan. GM expects to have the … Original article on : GM’s Whitacre says Austin will be among cities for rollout of electric-powered Chevy Volt.

Dell upgraded at UBS; analysts expects businesses to replace aging PCs

Dell upgraded at UBS on PC expectations
NEW YORK – Dell Inc. is poised to gain from a new cycle of computer upgrades at businesses, a UBS analyst said Thursday, upgrading the company’s stock.
THE OPINION: UBS analyst Maynard Um said more companies should start replacing aging PCs in the second half of the year [..] Read the original article: here.

Fitch upgrades software maker CA’s credit rating on revenue growth, ‘conservative’ policies

Fitch upgrades ratings on software maker CA

CHICAGO – Fitch Ratings said Thursday it upgraded credit ratings on business management software provider CA Inc., citing the company’s “conservative” financial policies and growing revenue.
CA’s financial results have been improving as businesses spend more on information technology coming out of the recession.
Fitch lifted its overall rating for CA …. Original article  : Fitch upgrades software maker CA’s credit rating on revenue growth, ‘conservative’ policies.

Gartner lowers 2010 global IT spending growth forecast due to weaker euro

Gartner lowers 2010 IT spending forecast
STAMFORD, Conn. – Global information technology spending will rise this year, but not as much as previously expected because of the strength of the dollar versus the euro, Gartner Inc. said Thursday.
The research firm now expects global IT spending to climb 3.9 percent over 2009, to $3.35 trillion. …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Frontier closes $5.3 billion deal for Verizon phone lines in 14 states

Frontier closes $5.3B deal for Verizon phone lines

STAMFORD, Conn. – Frontier Communications Corp. closed its $5.3 billion acquisition of phone lines in 14 states belonging to Verizon Communications Inc., the company said Thursday.
Frontier, a Stamford-based phone company that focuses on small towns and rural areas, is taking over 4 million Verizon phone lines in a … Read more »»».

Yahoo launches mail and messenger apps for Android phones; improves mobile sites for iPhone

Yahoo launches mail and messenger apps for Android
SUNNYVALE, Calif. – Yahoo Inc. said Thursday that it now has mail and messenger applications available that run on Google Inc.’s Android mobile software.
Android runs on phones such as the Droid and Nexus One.
Yahoo also said it has improved its mail and news mobile websites for …. Original source  : Yahoo launches mail and messenger apps for Android phones; improves mobile sites for iPhone.

IBM acquiring software maker BigFix to bolster network security business

IBM acquiring security software maker BigFix
ARMONK, N.Y. – IBM Corp. said Thursday it is adding to its network security business with the acquisition of a privately held company called BigFix Inc.
IBM did not say how much it is paying for the company.
BigFix, based in Emeryville, Calif., provides software that monitors company computers to … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : IBM acquiring software maker BigFix to bolster network security business.

AsiaInfo closes deal to buy rival Chinese telecom company Linkage Technologies

AsiaInfo closes deal to buy Linkage Technologies

NEW YORK – AsiaInfo Holdings Inc. said Thursday it has closed its acquisition of rival telecommunications company Linkage Technologies International Holdings Ltd.
AsiaInfo, based in Beijing, said it paid $60 million in cash and 26.8 million of its own shares for the privately held company. AsiaInfo’s stock closed at $21.86 …. Read the original article  : AsiaInfo closes deal to buy rival Chinese telecom company Linkage Technologies.

Executive of investment firm Iposeira Capital joins FMC Technologies’ board of directors

FMC Technologies names new director to board

HOUSTON – FMC Technologies Inc., which makes equipment used in the oil, food and aviation industries, said Thursday that a founding partner of the investment firm Iposeira Capital is joining its board.
Eleazar de Carvalho Filho is also a partner at the financial advisory firm Virtus BR Partners and serves … Original article on : Executive of investment firm Iposeira Capital joins FMC Technologies’ board of directors.

Internet access becomes legal right for all in highly wired Finland

Finland provides Internet access to all
HELSINKI – Finland has adopted a policy to provide Internet access as a legal right for all citizens in the sparsely populated country.

The minister of communications says that “a reasonably priced and high quality broadband connection will be everyone’s basic right” as of Thursday.
Suvi Linden says that 26 telecom operators, … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Internet access becomes legal right for all in highly wired Finland.

Amazon.com offers new Kindle DX, lowers price to $379 from $489

Amazon.com offers new lower-priced Kindle DX
SEATTLE – Online retailer Amazon.com Inc. said Thursday it is introducing a new version of its higher-end Kindle at a lower price as competition among electronic-book readers intensifies.
The new version of its Kindle DX has a better screen that will display sharper images.
The large-screen reader, …. Original source  : Amazon.com offers new Kindle DX, lowers price to $379 from $489.

Summary Box: Google partially blocked in China, awaiting license decision

Summary Box: China partially blocks Google
THE NEWS: Google Inc. says one of its search features was blocked in China while Beijing decides whether to renew its operating license amid tensions over censorship. The company closed its China search engine in March and was rerouting users to an unfiltered Hong Kong site. Google says …. Source  : Summary Box: Google partially blocked in China, awaiting license decision.

Verizon iPhone: Finally Arriving?

SAN FRANCISCO (GaeaTimes.com)- The speculation of Verizon Wireless finally selling Apple iPhone never dies down and every now and then people keep hearing that it will be launched soon. However, till now rival AT&T has managed to continue its hold as the exclusive carrier of iPhone. Things have not changed even after the launch … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Verizon iPhone: Finally Arriving?.

Best Buy employee suspended after posting snarky videos poking fun at iPhone zealots

Worker in trouble for snarky iPhone-Evo video
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – When Brian Maupin made two snarky online videos poking fun at zealots of the iPhone and the Evo phone, he thought it was just a good way to vent some of the frustrations inherent in selling smart phones.
His employer, Best Buy, thought otherwise, … Read more >>>.

Wal-Mart Stores, Allergan, Abercrombie & Fitch among big market movers Friday

Wal-Mart Stores, Allergan among big movers
NEW YORK – Stocks that moved substantially or traded heavily Friday on the New York Stock Exchange and Nasdaq Stock Market:
NSYE
Frontier Communications Corp., down 34 cents at $7.35
The phone company closed a $5.3 billion acquisition of Verizon Communications Inc.’s phone lines, taking on $3.3 billion in debt.
Thor Industries …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Wal-Mart Stores, Allergan, Abercrombie & Fitch among big market movers Friday.

Recalls this week: Sony laptops that may melt, kids’ jewelry made with toxic metal, pet beds

Recalls this week: Sony laptops, kids’ jewelry
NEW YORK – A big recall of notebook computers leads the news this week, as a series of Sony Vaio laptops were deemed in danger of overheating and potentially causing burns.
More children’s jewelry containing the dangerous metal cadmium also made the list, along with power adapters for …. Source  : Recalls this week: Sony laptops that may melt, kids’ jewelry made with toxic metal, pet beds.

Mass. to receive $45M in stimulus funds for broadband access in western part of state

Mass. to receive $45M from feds for broadband

BOSTON – Douglas Trumbull and Michael Garfield-Wright love living and love running their businesses in the quiet hills of rural western Massachusetts, except for one thing: Internet access is limited to slow, unreliable satellite and dial-up connections.
“It’s really a drag,” said Trumbull, an award-winning photographic effects expert who … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Mass. to receive $45M in stimulus funds for broadband access in western part of state.

Take-Two shares climb after game sales report shows solid showing

Take-Two shares climb after game sales report
NEW YORK – Shares of Take-Two Interactive Software Inc. inched higher after the NPD Group’s latest video game sales report showed a strong debut for “Red Dead Redemption.”
THE SPARK: Take-Two has long relied on its wildly popular “Grand Theft Auto” series for its profits. But “Red Dead … Read : Take-Two shares climb after game sales report shows solid showing.

Top 20 free application for Mac users to Smoothly Switch from Mac to Windows

For some time now Apple has been raving about Mac’s cost effectiveness for businesses.?? They have formed a powerful alternative to Windows in the legal community. There could be a number of reasons to switch to Mac from PC. The list of merit should start with security, as Mac systems are less vulnerable to … Read more »».

Google denies agreeing to China’s demand for self-censorship

NEW DELHI – Software search engine giant Google has rubbished reports that it has approached the Chinese government with a proposal for self-censorship, saying it would never consider it.

Obert Boorstin, the company’s director of public policy, said: “One thing we will not [..] Read the original article: here.

Obama: Economy going in right direction, but just not fast enough

Obama: Economy still headed right direction

ANDREWS AIR FORCE BASE, Md. – President Barack Obama on Friday cast the state of the economy in upbeat terms, declaring that it was headed in the right direction even as employers slashed payrolls last month for the first time in half a year as temporary census jobs ended.
The net … Read more >>>.

That driver must be blind! Someday he may be; group to show high-tech car the blind can drive

Driving while blind? Maybe, with new high-tech car

WASHINGTON – Could a blind person drive a car? Researchers are trying to make that far-fetched notion a reality.
The National Federation of the Blind and Virginia Tech plan to demonstrate a prototype vehicle next year equipped with technology that helps a blind person drive a car independently.
The technology, … Original source on Gaea Times at : That driver must be blind! Someday he may be; group to show high-tech car the blind can drive.

Apple ’stunned’ to find iPhones overstate signal strength; holding it wrong still a problem

Apple ’stunned’ to find iPhones show too many bars
NEW YORK – Apple Inc. said Friday that it was “stunned” to find that its iPhones have for years been using a “totally wrong” formula to determine how many bars of signal strength they are getting.
Apple said that’s the reason behind widespread complaints from users … Original source on Gaea Times at : Apple ’stunned’ to find iPhones overstate signal strength; holding it wrong still a problem.

Apple ’stunned’ to find iPhones overreport signal strength; holding it wrong still a problem

Apple ’stunned’ to find flaw in iPhones
NEW YORK – Apple Inc. said Friday that it was “stunned” to find that its iPhones use a “completely wrong” formula to show how many bars of signal strength they are getting.
Apple said that’s the reason behind widespread complaints from users that the latest model, iPhone 4, … Read more : Apple ’stunned’ to find iPhones overreport signal strength; holding it wrong still a problem.

SAP, still waiting for EU clearance of acquisition, extends Sybase tender offer

SAP extends Sybase bid, awaits EU clearance

NEW YORK – German business software maker SAP AG said Friday that it has extended its $5.8 billion tender offer for U.S. database software maker Sybase Inc. because the deal hasn’t yet been cleared by European regulators.
SAP said the offer of $65 per share, which was scheduled to expire …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : SAP, still waiting for EU clearance of acquisition, extends Sybase tender offer.

‘Red spy’ Anna Chapman “embarrassed” by racy Facebook pics

NEW YORK – Anna Chapman, the red-haired beauty accused of being a Russian spy, is embarrassed by steamy photos of her splashed across newspapers, and fears deportation, her lawyer has said.

The American dailies have dubbed Chapman, 28, a “bombshell” and a “femme fatale” with many featuring pictures of her from her Facebook page posing in … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : ‘Red spy’ Anna Chapman “embarrassed” by racy Facebook pics.

Outdated technology in payroll system foils Schwarzenegger’s minimum wage order for workers

Old technology foils Schwarzenegger’s wage order

SACRAMENTO, Calif. – As the Terminator, Arnold Schwarzenegger was the technology of the future, feared by humans. As governor, he’s being foiled by the technology of the past.
For the second time in two years, Schwarzenegger has ordered most state workers’ pay cut to the federal minimum wage because lawmakers missed …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Outdated technology in payroll system foils Schwarzenegger’s minimum wage order for workers.

Experts say US largely ruling out North Korea in 2009 cyberattacks on US, South Korea websites

US largely ruling out NKorea in 2009 cyberattacks

WASHINGTON – U.S. officials have largely ruled out North Korea as the origin of a computer attack last July that took down U.S. and South Korean government websites, according to cybersecurity experts.
But authorities are not much closer than they were a year ago to knowing exactly who did … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Experts say US largely ruling out North Korea in 2009 cyberattacks on US, South Korea websites.

EU Modem Investigation Causes Chinese Wrath

BEIJING, CHINA (GaeaTimes.com)- The China Chamber of Commerce for Import and Export of Machinery and Electronic Products (CCCME), one of the topmost industrial groups in China has requested the European Union to look into the matter of all the IT firms in the country following an investigation by the EU into the companies which … Read this article on Gaea Times at : EU Modem Investigation Causes Chinese Wrath.

Modem Price Increases This August

WASHINGTON (GaeaTimes.com)- Coming August will see an increase in the price of an internet modem, announced Walter Neary, the spokesman for the Comcast Internet Services. While the standard rise for all customers will be an increase of $2, the users of only the Comcast high-speed Internet service will have to shell out an additional … Original source on Gaea Times at : Modem Price Increases This August.

Wikipedia Down Due To Power Outage

LOS ANGELES (GaeaTimes.com)- Wikipedia, one of the most popular encyclopaedia was down yesterday for power outage leading to difficulties for the internet users. The site, which is famous for information access and also where the users can contribute and edit was not accessible in the morning. The organization later released a statement in the …. Source article  : Wikipedia Down Due To Power Outage.

Rube Goldberg Machines Celebrated by Google on 4th of july

New York (GaeaTimes.com) The Fourth of July was celebrated by Google with a live Google Doodle, this time with a Rube Goldberg Machine. After the live Pac man logo they brought in to celebrate the Pacman’s 30th Anniversary on May 22nd, they came up with the live Rube Goldberg fireworks contraption to celebrate the …. Original article  : Rube Goldberg Machines Celebrated by Google on 4th of july.

Social networking sites ‘a home wrecker’

KUALA LUMPUR – Online social networking sites may help you find new friends or partners but they have also become a breeding place for divorces.

Marriage counsellor Yvonne Lee said the Internet has been named as one of the reasons for divorces of late.

“The Internet can trigger marital problems or worsen a couple’s existing problems. It …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Summary Box: Big buyers of tech don’t necessarily benefit from industry acquisitions

Summary Box: Tech buyers question takeover spree

CUSTOMERS CONCERNED: As tech companies get bigger, they say their acquisitions help corporate customers do one-stop shopping. Yet customers say they often get new headaches with the multibillion-dollar takeovers.
A REVERSE TREND?: A seminal study on 33 large U.S. corporations found they sold off many more acquisitions than they kept. …. Source  : Summary Box: Big buyers of tech don’t necessarily benefit from industry acquisitions.

France Telecom seeks to add 100 million clients to its Orange brand by 2015

New France Telecom CEO lays out 5-year plan

PARIS – New France Telecom CEO Stephane Richard on Monday laid out plans to boost employee moral and make 5 percent of the global population clients of his Orange brand by 2015.
Richard took over as CEO four months ago after his predecessor Didier Lombard was criticized over his …. Source  : France Telecom seeks to add 100 million clients to its Orange brand by 2015.

Oz jeweller facing Facebook ban over nipple-flashing dolls

SYDNEY – Facebook has reportedly taken action against a Sydney jeweller for posting stills of unclothed porcelain dolls with bare nipples to promote her works.

Victoria Buckley, who runs an exquisite jewellery store in the Strand Arcade on George …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Oz jeweller facing Facebook ban over nipple-flashing dolls.

As experts warn of injuries, tech companies step in to help distracted walkers step out safely

Tech firms aim to keep wayward walkers on path
PALO ALTO, Calif. – Todd Atwood says he doesn’t worry too much about accidents when walking down the street using his iPhone to make calls, send text messages or check his e-mail.
But he’s seen the consequences of paying more attention to the gadget …. Original source  : As experts warn of injuries, tech companies step in to help distracted walkers step out safely.

Ebaumsworld Hacks YouTube, Redirects Users

SAN FRANCISCO (GaeaTimes.com)- YouTube is under attack from a user named ‘ebaumsworld’ who has placed malicious links in the comments are of the website. Several videos on the web have been under the attack. Though it is common for users to place links that redirect other users to other websites and pop-ups but the …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

China, Pakistan mum on whether nuclear energy deals will come up during Zardari visit

Pakistan president to sign trade deals with China

BEIJING – Pakistan President Asif Ali Zardari will sign agreements with China on business and trade during a visit to Beijing that kicked off on Wednesday, according to China’s Foreign Ministry. But both sides were mum on whether they planned to discuss nuclear energy cooperation.
The weeklong visit is … Read this article on Gaea Times at : China, Pakistan mum on whether nuclear energy deals will come up during Zardari visit.

Tantra T-shirts Launches Online Store

MUMBAI, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com)- Tantra which happens to be the cult T-shirt brand of Asia has launched their very first online store for all it’s customers. The new online store of Tantra shall offer all it’s customers a chance to interact with the brand officials and make purchase.
Tantra recently hooked up with “Assets World” which happens …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Obama finally hits 10m Facebook fans mark

WELLINGTON – US President Barack Obama has managed to attain 10 million fans on Facebook.

Obama, 48, was running neck to neck with ‘Poker Face’ singer Lady Gaga, 24, who became the first living person to touch the 10 million mark on the social network.

“Thank you for helping President Obama reach 10 million supporters on Facebook,” … Read more »».

Southampton Varsity researchers to design gen next wireless systems for India

LONDON – Researchers at the University of Southampton have been awarded a contract to design telecommunication networks across India. Professor Lajos Hanzo, Chair of Telecommunications at the University’s School of Electronics and Computer Science (ECS), and his team are working in a consortium with nine UK institutions and seven Indian Institutes of Technology to design …. Source  : Southampton Varsity researchers to design gen next wireless systems for India.

YouTube, filmmakers to gather videos worldwide for ‘Life in a Day’ documentary

YouTube to gather videos for ‘Life in a Day’ movie
NEW YORK – With the help of director Kevin Macdonald, producer Ridley Scott and a few hundred other filmmakers, YouTube is making a movie.
YouTube, owned by Mountain View, Calif.-based Google Inc., is organizing the creation of “Life in a Day,” a project that plans …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : YouTube, filmmakers to gather videos worldwide for ‘Life in a Day’ documentary.

Apple says application developer booted from app store for ‘fraudulent purchases’

Apple says developer booted from app store
SAN FRANCISCO – Apple Inc. has booted a developer and his apps from its applications store after hundreds of hijacked user accounts were used to push his titles to best sellers over the weekend.
Developer Thuat Nguyen has been banned for violating an Apple license agreement, “including …. Original article  : Apple says application developer booted from app store for ‘fraudulent purchases’.

Lawsuit seeks arbitration for attorney fees in Microsoft settlement case

Lawsuit seeks arbitration in Microsoft case
DES MOINES, Iowa – Attorneys representing 23 states involved in a class-action lawsuit against Microsoft Corp. have filed a lawsuit over attorney fees against the Iowa lawyer who spearheaded a $179.5 million settlement with the software company.
Roxanne Conlin of Des Moines negotiated the 2007 settlement that included $75 …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Walgreen, Baker Hughes, Monsanto, Micron Technology among big market movers Tuesday

Walgreen, Baker Hughes, Monsanto among big movers

NEW YORK – Stocks that moved substantially or traded heavily Tuesday on the New York Stock Exchange and Nasdaq Stock Market:
NYSE
Walgreen Co., up 26 cents at $26.62
The biggest drugstore chain in the U.S. said that strong sales of nonpharmacy items such as cosmetics helped lift sales in June.
Baker Hughes … Read : Walgreen, Baker Hughes, Monsanto, Micron Technology among big market movers Tuesday.

Netflix signs deal with Relativity to stream movies in same time frame as pay TV channels

Netflix adds to online movies with Relativity deal
LOS ANGELES – Netflix Inc. is snatching away several movies a year that would have gone to pay TV outlets such as HBO or Showtime, under a deal with film financier Relativity Media LLC announced Tuesday.
The deal, worth more than $100 million per year, highlights Netflix’ …. Original article  : Netflix signs deal with Relativity to stream movies in same time frame as pay TV channels.

Nokia sells wireless modem business to Renesas for $200 million, transfers 1,100 workers

Nokia in $200 million modem deal with Renesas
HELSINKI – Nokia Corp. says it will sell its wireless modem business to Renesas Electronics Corp. for $200 million and will transfer 1,100 workers to the Japanese company.
The world’s largest handset maker says the two companies will also increase cooperation to develop high-speed modem technology. The … Read more >>>.

Free download Wordpress 2.5 for iOS 4 and iPhone 4

For those who prefer to manage their blogs on iOS 4 and iPhone 4, WordPress has released its updated version – -2.5. With the new version WordPress developers have designed for WordPress users to easily manage their WordPress blog (created version 2.9.2 or higher) from iPad, iPhone or iPod touch. With WordPress for iOS, … Read more »»».

Frida Kahlo Biography: Google Doodle on Frida Kahlo

Google once again gives an instance of being giant, not only as a search engine, but also in its way to honoring great people. Today Google is paying tribute to Maxican painter Frida Kahlo. Google is using a special doodle on its home page to celebrate the birthday of Frida Kahlo, today.
Frida Kahlo was … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Frida Kahlo Biography: Google Doodle on Frida Kahlo.

Bharti Airtel promises $600M investment, rural focus in Nigeria’s mobile phone market

Nigeria: Bharti promises $600M telecom investment

LAGOS, Nigeria – Bharti Airtel’s CEO says the Indian company will invest $600 million in Nigeria’s mobile phone market.
Manoj Kohli told journalists Tuesday that the world’s fifth largest telecommunications company also would expand service into the West African’s nation rural pasturelands.
Bharti, already India’s largest mobile phone company with 125 million …. Original article  : Bharti Airtel promises $600M investment, rural focus in Nigeria’s mobile phone market.

eBay seller prosecuted for bidding in own auctions escapes being jailed

LONDON – An eBay seller, who is the first to be prosecuted for bidding in his own auctions to boost prices, has escaped being jailed.

Paul Barrett, 39, a dad of one, who owns a minibus firm, admitted to 11 charges of so-called “shill bidding”, brought out under new laws to combat …. Read the original article  : here.

How to run Flash on Apple iPad using Frash

Even if Steve Jobs calls for a Flash-free era, a greater part of the web thrives on the interactivity and elegance of Flash.One of the much slogged issues with iPad was the absence of Flash. This was simply because Flash is not meant for its touchscreen technology. This has been proven wrong with a new … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : How to run Flash on Apple iPad using Frash.

Worldwide semiconductor sales grow nearly 48 percent in May from a year earlier

SIA: Global chip sales up 48 percent in May

SAN JOSE, Calif. – Worldwide sales of semiconductors increased almost 48 percent in May to $24.7 billion from a year earlier, the Semiconductor Industry Association said Tuesday.
The growth rate declined slightly from the 50.4 percent increase reported in April, the industry group said. Sequentially, sales grew 4.5 …. Read the original article  : Worldwide semiconductor sales grow nearly 48 percent in May from a year earlier.

Yahoo Announces Messenger and Mail for Android Mobile Phones

Yahoo joined hands with arch rival Google to strengthen its foothold applications for Google’s mobile operating system Android.?? Yahoo Messenger and Mail provides a home screen widget and HTML 5 compatibility for their email and news sites. Yahoo has made some major product releases across all the major smartphone platforms in the last month.
Yahoo …. Read the original article  : here.

Oriental Bank of Commerce Recruitment 2010 for the post of 200 Officers

The Oriental Bank of Commerce (OBC) has announced 200 vacancies for the post of Officer. Candidates, who wish to apply should be of the age between 21 to 30.
Age Limit: Minimum age (as on 01.07.2010)21 years, maximum age 30 years.
Remuneration for the officers post: Rs. 17000 a month.
Important Dates
Opening date for on-line registration: 05.07.2010
Closing …. Source  : Oriental Bank of Commerce Recruitment 2010 for the post of 200 Officers.

Octopus Paul predicts Spain over Germany at World Cup semifinal

Octopus Paul predicts Spain over Germany in WCup
BERLIN – Octopus oracle Paul is predicting Germany will be defeated by Spain at the World Cup semifinal.
Sea Life Aquarium’s spokesman Daniel Fey said Tuesday that the famous mollusk from Oberhausen chose a mussel from a glass tank marked with a Spanish flag, while ignoring the …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Octopus Paul predicts Spain over Germany at World Cup semifinal.

Bankofmaharashtra Recruitment 2010: 650 Clerks Vacancy

PUNE, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com) — Bank of Maharashtra has invited applications for the post of clerks. Recently Bankof Maharashtra has announced 650 vacancies for the post of clerks.
As you know, Bank of Maharashtra is one of the oldest banks, running under the supervision of Government of India. It is also a leading bank of India.
The … Read more >>>.

Sun DTH Unveils HD Service

CHENNAI, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com)- With the introduction of HD channels, the war between several DTH service operators in India is heating up. They are now offering HD service for their existing and new users and also offering lucrative discounts to woo them. Chennai based Sun DTH is one of the leading DTH operators in the … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Sun DTH Unveils HD Service.

CNN sacks senior Middle East editor over Tweet on Hezbollah leader

WASHINGTON – US cable news network CNN has reportedly shown the door to its senior editor of Mideast Affairs for complimenting a Hezbollah leader from her personal Twitter account.

Octavia Nasr was fired after tweeting that she was “sad” to hear of the death of a Hezbollah leader.

It came as news of the death of … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : CNN sacks senior Middle East editor over Tweet on Hezbollah leader.

Swiss solar plane touches down safely after completing historic 24-hour test flight

Solar plane lands after completing 24-hour flight

PAYERNE, Switzerland – An experimental solar-powered plane landed safely Thursday after completing its first 24-hour test flight, proving that the aircraft can collect enough energy from the sun during the day to stay aloft all night.
Pilot Andre Borschberg eased the Solar Impulse aircraft onto the runway at Payerne airfield …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Swiss solar plane touches down safely after completing historic 24-hour test flight.

Computers blamed for outages on SKorea, US websites last year repeat attacks but do no damage

Repeat of SKorea, US cyberattacks does no damage

SEOUL, South Korea – Hundreds of computers that caused a wave of outages on U.S. and South Korean government websites last July launched new attacks on the same sites, but no major damage was reported, police said Thursday.
More than 460 computers infected with malicious computer codes assaulted 25 …. Source  : Computers blamed for outages on SKorea, US websites last year repeat attacks but do no damage.

CNN fires Middle Eastern editor over statement made on Twitter

CNN fires Middle Eastern editor over tweet
NEW YORK – CNN has fired an editor responsible for Middle Eastern coverage after she posted a note on Twitter expressing admiration for a late Lebanese cleric considered an inspiration for the Hezbollah militant movement.
Octavia Nasr later apologized for her tweet, but CNN’s senior vice president for …. Source  : CNN fires Middle Eastern editor over statement made on Twitter.

FTI Consulting, Family Dollar, US Airways, State Street among big market movers Wednesday

FTI Consulting, Family Dollar among big movers

NEW YORK – Stocks that moved substantially or traded heavily Wednesday on the New York Stock Exchange and Nasdaq Stock Market:
NYSE
FTI Consulting Inc., down $11.13 at $32.14
Shares hit a two-and-a-half-year low after the consultancy cut its 2010 forecast below Wall Street analyst estimates.
Family Dollar Stores Inc., down $3.18 at …. Source article  : FTI Consulting, Family Dollar, US Airways, State Street among big market movers Wednesday.

Experimental solar-powered Swiss plane, batteries included, on 24-hour test flight

Solar-powered Swiss plane gets its day in the sun
GENEVA – An experimental solar-powered plane whose Swiss makers hope someday to fly around the globe soared into uncharted territory Wednesday – the cold, dark night.
The team of adventurers and engineers behind the Solar Impulse project are already celebrating an aviation milestone for the longest …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Experimental solar-powered Swiss plane, batteries included, on 24-hour test flight.

Sony slashes e-reader prices in bid to keep up with Amazon’s Kindle, Barnes & Noble’s Nook

Sony cuts e-reader price to stay competitive
SAN FRANCISCO – Sony has cut the prices on its electronic-book readers to keep up with competition from Amazon.com and Barnes & Noble, which both recently slashed prices on their own e-readers.
Sony Corp. spokeswoman Valerie Motis said Wednesday that Sony last week dropped the price of its …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Sony slashes e-reader prices in bid to keep up with Amazon’s Kindle, Barnes & Noble’s Nook.

YouTube’s upgrade of mobile website aims to make video viewing more convenient, appealing

YouTube touches up mobile video for touch screens
SAN BRUNO, Calif. – YouTube has upgraded its mobile website to make it more convenient and appealing to watch videos on touch-screen devices such as Apple Inc.’s iPhone and Motorola Inc.’s Droid X.
The improvements unveiled Wednesday are designed to make it easier for smart …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Alabama software company Intergraph agrees to be acquired by Sweden’s Hexagon AB

Sweden’s Hexagon buying software maker Intergraph

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. – Intergraph Corp., a privately held Alabama software maker, says it has agreed to be acquired by Sweden’s Hexagon AB for about $2.1 billion.
The deal was announced Wednesday.
Intergraph, based in Huntsville, makes software that allows government agencies and businesses to produce maps, designs and other visual representations. It … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Alabama software company Intergraph agrees to be acquired by Sweden’s Hexagon AB.

LaHood accuses lobbying campaign of undermining efforts to fight distracted driving

LaHood criticizes driver distraction lobbying push
WASHINGTON – Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood criticized a fledgling lobbying campaign on Wednesday which he said would undermine his work to limit drivers’ use of cell phones and other electronic devices while behind the wheel.
LaHood responded to a document prepared by a Washington lobbying firm last month that … Read more »».

Blizzard says asking players to go by real names in forums will make for better conversations

Bye-bye trolls? Blizzard forums to use real names

NEW YORK – Activision Blizzard Inc.’s move to require people to use their real names if they want to post messages in online forums for games is the latest sign that online anonymity is falling out of favor with many companies.
The upcoming change has upset many gamers who … Original source on Gaea Times at : Blizzard says asking players to go by real names in forums will make for better conversations.

Surveys find more Americans go online using mobile phones

Study: US mobile Web use growing, but still low

NEW YORK – When it comes to accessing the Web over mobile devices, Americans are far behind their Internet-connected counterparts in Japan, South Korea and parts of Europe.
“We are a third-world country where mobile is concerned. The rest of the world is using mobile phones underground, to …. Source  : Surveys find more Americans go online using mobile phones.

Omaha’s KeyOn Communications says it’s buying broadband business of TS Wireless in Illinois

Omaha’s KeyOn building on Illinois presence

OMAHA, Neb. – KeyOn Communications Holdings Inc. of Omaha says it has bought nearly all the wireless broadband assets of TS Wireless in Illinois.
KeyOn said in a news release Wednesday that TS Wireless is a division of Technology Specialists Group, Inc., which is based in Champaign, Ill.
Terms were not disclosed.
KeyOn …. Read the original article  : here.

Ebaums Responsible for Bieber Attacks YouTube Hack

San Francisco (GaeaTimes.com) YouTube was hacked recently and all Justin Bieber video viewers were redirected to other videos like the infamous One Man One Jar video. For some of the viewers, some messages were triggered. According to some reports, Ebaums is responsible for Bieber attacks. The Ebaumsworld site provides funny videos, pictures, flash games, …. Original article  : Ebaums Responsible for Bieber Attacks YouTube Hack.

Glitch on AT&T network slows iPhone 4 uploads to below previous model

AT&T network glitch limits iPhone 4 upload speeds
NEW YORK – In the latest snag for the iPhone 4, AT&T Inc. said Wednesday that a software defect in its network is limiting data uploads from the phone in some areas.
That means it takes longer for users to send pictures, video and other …. Source  : Glitch on AT&T network slows iPhone 4 uploads to below previous model.

Review: Airfare search sites take off with new tools for finding flight deals

Review: Travel sites take off with tools for deals
NEW YORK – A lot has changed since I reviewed travel websites four years ago. Now the best ones reflect the new realities of travel, and offer to include luggage fees in fare calculations. That helps because $15 or $25 applied each way can turn … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Review: Airfare search sites take off with new tools for finding flight deals.

3-D television: a new device, a new language for pioneering TV viewers and programmers

3-D television: a new device, a new language
NEW YORK – Let’s say you’ve started lusting for a 3-D television.
Never mind that when you get to the store to sample 3-D TV, you discover that World Cup soccer in 3-D may not grab you like a scene from the 3-D animated film “Monsters vs. …. Original article  : 3-D television: a new device, a new language for pioneering TV viewers and programmers.

Review: ‘Hamlet’s BlackBerry’ touts benefit of disconnecting every now and then

Review: Too much technology bad for self, society
“Hamlet’s BlackBerry: A Practical Philosophy for Building a Good Life in the Digital Age” (Harper, $24.99), by William Powers: Back in the 1800s, Henry David Thoreau wrote that the man who constantly and desperately keeps going to the post office to check for correspondence from others …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Review: ‘Hamlet’s BlackBerry’ touts benefit of disconnecting every now and then.

Pakistan president seeks Chinese investment in energy but makes no mention of nuclear deal

Pakistan president woos Chinese energy investment

BEIJING – Pakistan’s president appealed Wednesday for Chinese help in developing his country’s stagnant energy sector, pointing to nuclear power as one growth area but making no public mention of a deal with China that has alarmed the U.S. and others.
The weeklong visit to China is Asif Ali Zardari’s fifth … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Pakistan president seeks Chinese investment in energy but makes no mention of nuclear deal.

Hezbollah denounces CNN’s decision to fire Mideast editor over tweet on Shiite cleric

Hezbollah denounces CNN’s firing of Mideast editor
BEIRUT – The Lebanese militant Hezbollah has denounced CNN’s decision to fire a Middle East editor for posting a note on Twitter expressing admiration for the country’s late top Shiite cleric.
Octavia Nasr later apologized for her tweet in which she described Grand Ayatollah Mohammed Hussein Fadlallah as … Original source on Gaea Times at : Hezbollah denounces CNN’s decision to fire Mideast editor over tweet on Shiite cleric.

‘One third of young women check Facebook before loo in the morning’

LONDON – A new study has revealed that one third of women aged 18 to 34 check Facebook when they first wake up, even before going to the toilet.

The study, conducted by Oxygen Media and Lightspeed Research polled the habits, of 1,605 adults using social media between May and June 2010 in an effort to … Original article on : ‘One third of young women check Facebook before loo in the morning’.

Australia says Google broke privacy law by collecting private data while mapping streets

Australia: Google Street View broke privacy law
SYDNEY – Google broke Australia’s privacy law when it collected private information from wireless networks, the country’s privacy commissioner said Friday, following an investigation into the Internet giant’s “Street View” mapping service.
Several other countries are investigating Google over the data collection, and there are growing concerns from … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Australia says Google broke privacy law by collecting private data while mapping streets.

Southwestern Chongqing aims to build biggest IT manufacturing base in Asia

SINGAPORE – Chongqing, a populous economic hub in southwestern China, is hoping to become Asia’s largest manufacturing base for information technology (IT) products.

In an interview with China Daily, Chongqing Mayor Huang Qifan expressed confidence about IT industry prospects, saying the fast-growing demand for computer and communication facilities, would facilitate realization of this goal in … Read more >>.

Cutchsoft launches ready-to-print cheque management application in Kochi

KOCHI – To ease the errors on writing bank checks, Cutchsoft Private Limited, the technology arm of Cutch Group, unveiled its new Windows-software based Cheque Management application, Cheque Strategic Office Software (Cheque SOS) in Kochi.

With an aim on comprehensive management function, which includes cheque printing, and to avoid preventable mismanagement of cheques this [..] Read the original article: here.

Fring Video Chat In iPhone 4

NEW YORK (GaeaTimes.com)- iPhone 4 might be in the muddy waters of criticism but that is seemingly no block for innovation to proser. Fring has just received the approval from Apple for a cross platform video chatting service that shall be enabled on iPhone4 in a few days. Fring happens to be a peer-to-peer …. Read the original article  : Fring Video Chat In iPhone 4.

Malaysian Internet company MOL to sell credits for popular Facebook applications in Asia

Facebook in deal to sell site credits in Asia
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia – Facebook is partnering with a Malaysian company to sell credits at retail outlets across Asia for the first time, aiming to make it easier for millions of people to purchase virtual goods and play games on the social networking site [..] Read the original article: here.

Andaman Motor Expo In Phuket

PHUKET, THAILAND (GaeaTimes.com)- The first annual Andaman Motor Expo shall be hosted by HomeWorks in Phuket from August 6 to August 12. Krishapanat Patwarasith who happens to be the managing director of the event organizer ND Productions, declared the decision in a press conference on July 8. The Andaman Motor Expo happens to be one … Read more >>.

Prosecutors raid prime minister’s office over alleged illegal surveillance of businessman

Prosecutors raid SKorea prime minister’s office

SEOUL, South Korea – Prosecutors raided the prime minister’s office Friday over allegations its ethics officials illegally investigated a citizen over the posting of an Internet video critical of South Korea’s president.
Prosecution officials confiscated computer servers and documents of four ethics officials, an official in the prime minister’s office said.
He …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Prosecutors raid prime minister’s office over alleged illegal surveillance of businessman.

Yahoo latest partnership calls for Zillow to handle sales of local real estate ads

Yahoo farms out for-sale home listings to Zillow
SAN FRANCISCO – Yahoo Inc. is turning over its listings of homes for sale and other local real estate advertising to an online specialist in the field, Zillow.com.
The alliance announced Friday calls for Zillow.com to oversee a network that will place the home listings and ads … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Yahoo latest partnership calls for Zillow to handle sales of local real estate ads.

Google expects regulatory OK to keep operating in China, for now

Google expects regulatory OK in China, for now
SUN VALLEY, Idaho – Google CEO Eric Schmidt said Thursday he expects Beijing to renew the license the company needs to continue operating a website in China.
The renewal had been in doubt due to the tense relations between Google and Chinese authorities over censorship … Original article on : Google expects regulatory OK to keep operating in China, for now.

Top prize at World Series of Poker $8.94M with 7,319 entrants; total prize pool $68.8M

Top prize at World Series of Poker $8.94 million

LAS VEGAS – The top prize at the World Series of Poker main event is $8.94 million as the no-limit Texas Hold ‘em tournament reached 7,319 entrants, its second-best showing ever.
A field of 2,391 players entered poker’s richest event on Thursday, the last of four starting days … Original source on Gaea Times at : Top prize at World Series of Poker $8.94M with 7,319 entrants; total prize pool $68.8M.

Top prize at World Series of Poker nears $9M with time left to enter; prize pool tops $68M

Top prize at World Series of Poker nears $9M

LAS VEGAS – The top prize at the World Series of Poker neared $9 million on Thursday as the main event reached its second-most entries ever.
More than 2,300 players entered the no-limit Texas Hold ‘em tournament on the last day to buy in for $10,000, pushing the … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Top prize at World Series of Poker nears $9M with time left to enter; prize pool tops $68M.

Lawson Software’s fiscal 4Q earnings drop 70 percent, outlook falls below analyst views

Lawson Software’s 4Q earnings hit by tax bill

ST. PAUL, Minn. – Lawson Software Inc. said Thursday that its fiscal fourth-quarter earnings plunged 70 percent as the business software maker swallowed a bigger tax bill and booked acquistion costs.
The St. Paul, Minn.-based company also provided a disappointing outlook for the current quarter, causing its shares to …. Original source  : Lawson Software’s fiscal 4Q earnings drop 70 percent, outlook falls below analyst views.

Nu Horizons Electronics posts 1Q profit as companies spend on technology again

Nu Horizons Electronics turns profitable in 1Q

MELVILLE, N.Y. – Semiconductor distributor Nu Horizons Electronics Corp. reported a first-quarter profit Thursday, as recovering demand among businesses for new technology helped it recover from a loss a year earlier.
Shares spiked 9 percent in electronic trading after the market closed.
For March through May, Nu Horizons said it earned … Read more »»».

Retailers deepen discounts to win shoppers in June, fueling worries over back-to-school

Retailers post choppy June, deepen discounts
NEW YORK – Stores deepened discounts more than planned in June to draw recession-scarred shoppers to buy summer tops and other merchandise. But shoppers bought mostly items they needed, resulting in small revenue gains.
The mixed results from June, released Thursday, are raising concerns about the back-to-school season and … Read more : Retailers deepen discounts to win shoppers in June, fueling worries over back-to-school.

Online ’super reviewers’ invest hundreds of hours, but say the payoff is worth it

For online ’super reviewers’ rewards go offline
BOSTON – Damien Smith leans in to hug Mairead Kelly. They have never met, but he has read her reviews dozens of times. “I can finally put a face to the person. She’s a great writer,” Smith said, sampling some squid ink risotto and moving between groups … Original source on Gaea Times at : Online ’super reviewers’ invest hundreds of hours, but say the payoff is worth it.

Dell tries on T-shirt design site Threadless for a new series of laptop lid art

Dell tries on T-shirt site for new laptop art
ROUND ROCK, Texas – PC maker Dell Inc. has tried to set its consumer laptops apart from the competition with lids buyers can customize from a library of patterns, colors and art.
For its latest set of designs, which add $85 to the cost of a … Read more : Dell tries on T-shirt design site Threadless for a new series of laptop lid art.

Retailers steepen discounts to get shoppers to buy after choppy June; back-to-school worries

Retailers steepen discounts after choppy June
NEW YORK – Stores deepened discounts more than planned in June to draw recession-scarred shoppers to buy summer tops and other merchandise. But shoppers bought mostly items they needed, resulting in small revenue gains.
The mixed results from June, released Thursday, are raising concerns about the back-to-school season and …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Retailers steepen discounts to get shoppers to buy after choppy June; back-to-school worries.

Globecomm gets 2 contracts for wireless services in Caribbean

Globecomm gets 2 contracts for Caribbean services

HAUPPAUGE, N.Y. – Satellite communications company Globecomm Systems Inc. said Thursday that it received two contracts to offer wireless services to service operators in the Caribbean.
Globecomm said the contracts are for CDMA – or code division multiple access – switching facilities for services in Antigua and the Turks and … Read more »».

Harley-Davidson Names Two New Executives

MILWAUKEE (GaeaTimes.com)- American heavy weight bike maker Harley-Davidson has appointed two new executives for it’s legal and treasury departments. Reportedly Harley-Davidson announced their decision to name two executives on Friday which in their opinion shall offer rigidity to the administration level in the company.
Paul J. Jones shall be serving as the Vice President and as … Original article on : Harley-Davidson Names Two New Executives.

China’s telecom vendors perplexed over India’s lack of transparancy on security issue

MUMBAI – Chinese telecom gear manufacturers are worried about getting a lower hand in competition with western rivals if the Indian government does not allow them access to the first around of 3G telecom device purchase.

Indian telecom operators are expected to roll out their 3G services prior to September with the auction of 3G spectrums …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : China’s telecom vendors perplexed over India’s lack of transparancy on security issue.

Harley-Davidson Opens Showroom In India

HYDERABAD, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com)- The wait is over. Bike lovers in India shall now have a new reason to rejoice as Harley-Davidson have already opened their showroom in Hyderabad. Reportedly, the Harley-Davidson showroom happens to be the very first one in India from the American heavy weight bike maker.
The decision to open a bike showroom in … Original source on Gaea Times at : Harley-Davidson Opens Showroom In India.

Chinese think tank sees Facebook, other social networking sites as a threat

NEW DELHI – A top Chinese think tank sees social networking sites like Facebook posing a security threat to China.

These sites are being used as “tools of subversion” by Western nations, including the United States, claimed the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences (CASS) in its annual report on the development of new media.

“Facebook has …. Original article  : Chinese think tank sees Facebook, other social networking sites as a threat.

Nokia Planning Big For India

NEW DELHI, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com)- It seems that Nokia is determined to regain its lost territory in the Indian market. The number one cell phone handset maker of the world has been steadily losing market share to rivals like Apple, LG and Samsung over the last two years. India is a market where it is …. Read the original article  : Nokia Planning Big For India.

Google wins permission to keep website in China after ending detour around censorship rules

Google wins permission to keep website in China
SAN FRANCISCO – Google won permission Friday to maintain its website in China and keep its toehold in the world’s most populous nation after bowing to pressure to eliminate a virtual detour around the country’s online censorship requirements.
Entering search requests at Google.cn from within mainland China … Read : Google wins permission to keep website in China after ending detour around censorship rules.

Summary Box: Patent holder that won hefty RIM settlement sues other phone makers over patents

Summary Box: Patent holder sues phone makers
THE LAWSUIT: Patent-holding company NTP Inc. files patent-infringement cases against Apple Inc., Google Inc., Microsoft Corp., HTC Corp., Motorola Inc. and LG Electronics Inc.
THE HISTORY: NTP is the same company that won a patent settlement of more than $600 million from BlackBerry maker Research In Motion Ltd.
THE … Original source on Gaea Times at : Summary Box: Patent holder that won hefty RIM settlement sues other phone makers over patents.

Former Intel CEO defends Senate candidate Fiorina’s record at HP, which Boxer has criticized

Former Intel CEO defends Fiorina’s layoffs at HP

SACRAMENTO, Calif. – Former Intel Corp. CEO Craig Barrett on Friday defended the decision by GOP Senate candidate Carly Fiorina to lay off thousands of workers and ship jobs overseas as a necessary business move when she was head of Hewlett-Packard Co.
Barrett is part of a coalition of …. Source article  : Former Intel CEO defends Senate candidate Fiorina’s record at HP, which Boxer has criticized.

G Ticket: Google’s Alternative to Ticketmaster

San Francisco (GaeaTimes.com) We all know Ticketmaster where we can buy most of the tickets for live concerts, movie tickets and many other big events. Now there are rumors that Google is launching an alternative to Ticketmaster named G-Ticket. Ticketmaster is a Tickets sales and distribution company that was founded in 1976 and later …. Original source  : G Ticket: Google’s Alternative to Ticketmaster.

Global wireless subscriptions pass 5 billion as India and China catch up, Ericsson estimates

Estimate: Global cell subscriptions pass 5 billion
NEW YORK – The number of wireless service subscriptions worldwide passed 5 billion this week, according to an estimate by LM Ericsson AB, the Swedish maker of wireless equipment.
The estimate is based on data from carriers worldwide, and compares to the global population of nearly … Read more >>>.

Obama to attend groundbreaking at Michigan battery plant Thursday

Obama to travel to Michigan Thursday
WASHINGTON – President Barack Obama will travel to Michigan Thursday for the groundbreaking of a plant that will produce batteries for electric vehicles.

An administration official says Obama will attend the event at the LG Chem factory in Holland, Mich. Partial funding for the plant came from a federal program to … Original source on Gaea Times at : Obama to attend groundbreaking at Michigan battery plant Thursday.

Beijing renews Google license to operate website in China despite censorship row

China renews Google license amid censorship row
BEIJING – China renewed Google’s license to operate a website, preserving the search giant’s toehold in the world’s most populous country after the company gave up an attempt to skirt Beijing’s censorship practices.
Google said Friday that Chinese officials had approved its Internet content …. Read the original article  : Beijing renews Google license to operate website in China despite censorship row.

Stocks narrowly mixed as investors pause after a 3-day rally, prepare for earnings season

Stocks trading in tight range after 3-day rally
NEW YORK – Stocks are trading in a tight range as investors pause after a big three-day rally and prepare for earnings season.
Traders often avoid making big bets just before earnings releases since they provide a clear picture of how strong a company is performing. Outlooks …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Stocks narrowly mixed as investors pause after a 3-day rally, prepare for earnings season.

Chinese think thank accuses US, other Western countries of using Facebook to sow unrest

China group says US uses Facebook to sow unrest
BEIJING – A Chinese government-backed think tank has accused the U.S. and other Western governments of using social-networking sites such as Facebook to spur political unrest and called for stepped-up scrutiny of the wildly popular sites.
As China’s online population – the world’s largest …. Original article  : Chinese think thank accuses US, other Western countries of using Facebook to sow unrest.

Stock futures dip after 3-day rally and ahead of start of earnings season

Stock futures fall after 3-day rally
NEW YORK – Stock futures fell Friday following a big three-day rally and as investors prepare for upcoming earnings season.
Traders often avoid making big bets just before earnings releases since they provide a clear picture of how strong a company is performing. Outlooks for future growth will …. Read the original article  : here.

Patent holder that won hefty RIM settlement sues other smart phone makers over e-mail patents

Patent holder sues smart phone makers
NEW YORK – The patent-holding company that won a settlement of more than $600 million from the maker of the BlackBerry said Friday it has sued six other makers of phones and phone software.
Patent company NTP Inc. is suing Apple Inc., Google …. Read the original article  : Patent holder that won hefty RIM settlement sues other smart phone makers over e-mail patents.

Stock futures mixed as investors pause from 3-day rally ahead of start of earnings season

Stock futures mixed after 3-day rally
NEW YORK – Stock futures traded in a narrow range Friday following a big three-day rally and as investors prepare for upcoming earnings season.
Traders often avoid making big bets just before earnings releases since they provide a clear picture of how strong a company is performing. Outlooks for … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Stock futures mixed as investors pause from 3-day rally ahead of start of earnings season.

Google says Beijing renews license needed to continue operating a website in China

Google says Beijing renews China net license
BEIJING – Google on Friday said Beijing has renewed the license it needs to continue operating a website in China, securing the search giant’s foothold in the world’s biggest Internet market despite tensions over censorship.
The renewal of the license to provide Internet content … Read more >>>.

Oz Greens candidate blames Facebook porn on hacker

SYDNEY – An Australian federal Greens candidate has revealed that the pornographic images posted from her Facebook account is the work of a hacker.

Dr Patricia Petersen, a Greens candidate for the southeast Queensland seat of Blair, said her 3200 Facebook friends would … Original source on Gaea Times at : Oz Greens candidate blames Facebook porn on hacker.

Octopus oracle Paul predicts Spain will win World Cup

Octopus Paul picks Spain to win World Cup
BERLIN – Octopus oracle Paul predicts Spain will beat Holland and win the World Cup.
Paul’s pick was carried live Friday on TV stations around Europe. The world-famous octopus could be seen sitting on a tank marked with a Spanish flag for only a few minutes before … Original article on : Octopus oracle Paul predicts Spain will win World Cup.

Hero Honda Retains Number One Position

DELHI, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com)- Hero Honda which happens to be one of India’s largest two wheeler manufacturer retains it’s number one position in sales figures. In a recent report, Hero Honda officials have declared the company soaring high with an increment in sales figure by 16.6 percent.
The reports are in accordance to the sales figures of … Read more : Hero Honda Retains Number One Position.

Mud, sweat and faith: NM village rallies for remudding of historic church

Historic church brings NM village together

RANCHOS DE TAOS, N.M. – In the center of this northern New Mexico village stands a sun-baked adobe church made famous by the paintings of Georgia O’Keeffe and the photographs of Ansel Adams and Paul Strand.
But if it weren’t for an annual ritual that has been kept alive for nearly …. Original source  : Mud, sweat and faith: NM village rallies for remudding of historic church.

Octopus Paul predicts Germany will win third place in World Cup

Octopus Paul: Germany will win 3rd place
BERLIN – Octopus oracle Paul is predicting Germany will win over Uruguay at the World Cup in the fight for third place.
Paul’s pick was carried live Friday on TV stations around Europe. The world-famous octopus could be seen choosing a mussel from a glass tank marked with … Read more : Octopus Paul predicts Germany will win third place in World Cup.

Intel to Launch New Desktop Processors with Lower Prices

The exciting news is the new?? six-core Core i7-970, which Intel is going to sell for $885 sometime this month.Additionally, there’s a big price cut for the Core i7-950 which is supposed to be launched in August – from $562 to $294. Two other new chips are also going to be …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Intel to Launch New Desktop Processors with Lower Prices.

Palin calls Obama ‘backasswards’ on Twitter, slams him for supporting Harry Reid

WASHINGTON – Former US Vice Presidential candidate, Sarah Palin used her Twitter account to call President Obama ‘backasswards’ for comments he made at a Nevada fundraiser for Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid, and urged fans to share their thoughts in an editorial from the Las Vegas Review-Journal.

“President Obama has once again left behind a …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Palin calls Obama ‘backasswards’ on Twitter, slams him for supporting Harry Reid.

Judge says monopoly abuse lawsuit against Apple, AT&T over iPhone practices can go ahead

Judge OKs iPhone class action against Apple, AT&T
SAN JOSE, Calif. – A federal judge says a monopoly abuse lawsuit against Apple Inc. and AT&T Inc.’s mobile phone unit can move forward as a class action.
The lawsuit consolidates several filed by iPhone buyers starting in late 2007, a few months after the first generation …. Read the original article  : here.

Madison firm, retired Justice O’Connor team up to make video games promoting civics knowledge

Madison firm makes video games for civics project

MADISON, Wis. – A Madison-based company has worked with retired U.S. Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O’Connor to create video games that promote knowledge about government.
Filament Games says it has created several titles for the iCivics project, which aims to remedy civics ignorance among middle-school students.
The games include … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Madison firm, retired Justice O’Connor team up to make video games promoting civics knowledge.

China says it renewed Google’s license, says company vowed not provide ‘lawbreaking content’

China confirms it renewed Google operating license
BEIJING – China has confirmed that it renewed Google’s license to operate after a monthslong standoff over Internet censorship, saying the company has pledged not to provide “lawbreaking content.”
The California-based giant said Friday it had received approval to operate in the world’s most populous country, after it …. Source article  : China says it renewed Google’s license, says company vowed not provide ‘lawbreaking content’.

No provision to refund entry fee for 2G spectrum, says A. Raja

CHENNAI – Union Communications and Information Technology Minister A. Raja has said that no provisions have been given to operators for the refund of 2G (second generation) spectrum entry fee.

Raja also said that the matter would be discussed in a meeting with the Telecom Commission.

“When we took the operators meeting, a … was mapped by …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : No provision to refund entry fee for 2G spectrum, says A. Raja.

How to remove i386 packages from CentOS / Fedora / RHEL installation

CentOS / RHEL / Fedora (same parentage) has the nasty habit of installing some i386 packages even though the corresponding i686 (for 32 bit machines) or x86_64 (for 64 bit machines) packages have already been installed. Here is a script to remove all i386 packages from your Linux box (assuming it uses an rpm based …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : How to remove i386 packages from CentOS / Fedora / RHEL installation.

How to disable IPv6 on CentOS 5.5

The reason for this article is simple. The recommended method from CentOS wiki doesn’t work while the other method works. Here is what will disable IPv6 on CentOS Linux and also prevent the module from loading.

Edit /etc/sysconfig/network and set “NETWORKING_IPV6″ to “no”

This still loads the module but IPv6 is administratively disabled. Run the next command … Read more >>>.

How to install sar, sadf, mpstat, iostat, pidstat and sa tools on CentOS / Fedora / RHEL

The following command can be used to install sar, sadf, mpstat, iostat, pidstat and sa tools on RPM based systems like CentOS, Fedora, RHEL (Red Hat Enterprise Linux):

As root type the followiung command (on console / terminal):
yum -y install sysstat
When you are not root but have sudo configured for your account then use:

sudo yum -y …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : How to install sar, sadf, mpstat, iostat, pidstat and sa tools on CentOS / Fedora / RHEL.

China confirms renewal of Google’s license to operate after monthslong standoff

China renews Google’s operating license
BEIJING – China confirmed Sunday it has renewed Google’s license to operate in the world’s most populous country, ending a monthslong standoff over Internet censorship.
An official with the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, which regulates Internet operations in China, said the government had approved the license …. Original source  : China confirms renewal of Google’s license to operate after monthslong standoff.

Man claiming 85 per cent ownership of Facebook revealed

MELBOURNE – A man from a small town in New York has claimed that he owns 85 per cent of the social network site Facebook, and has said that he will be going to court to prove it.

Paul D Ceglia, from Wellsville, has filed a civil case against Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg, claiming he had … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Man claiming 85 per cent ownership of Facebook revealed.

AP Enterprise: GOP candidate Carly Fiorina faces fundraising challenge in challenge to Boxer

AP Enterprise: Fiorina faces fundraising challenge
SACRAMENTO, Calif. – Republican U.S. Senate candidate Carly Fiorina is at a fundraising disadvantage in many parts of California, including her home turf in the Silicon Valley, as she tries to unseat three-term incumbent Sen. Barbara Boxer, an Associated Press review of campaign finance data shows.
That means the …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

CGI Group extends tender offer for stock of government contractor Stanley for second time

CGI Group again extends Stanley tender offer

FAIRFAX, Va. – For the second time in as many months, information technology company CGI Group Inc. on Monday extended its $903 million tender offer for Stanley Inc., a government contractor.
The Canadian company said in May it would buy Stanley for $37.50 per share in cash. The boards of … Read more >>>.

IPO market opens 3Q with hope pinned on 3 tech companies; buyout firm KKR also to list

KKR, tech companies to go public this week

NEW YORK – A handful of young technology companies are expected to kick off the market for initial public offerings in the third quarter on a hopeful note.
Demand for IPOs was volatile during the second quarter as economic uncertainty weighed on stock markets, and numerous companies canceled IPOs … Read : IPO market opens 3Q with hope pinned on 3 tech companies; buyout firm KKR also to list.

Stocks close mixed as investors await start of 2nd-quarter earnings; Alcoa has upbeat report

Stocks in narrow range ahead of earnings season

NEW YORK – Stocks closed mixed Monday as investors grew more cautious while they waited for the start of second-quarter earnings reports. They got some good news after trading ended, when Alcoa Inc. reported better than expected results.
The Dow Jones industrial average rose 18 points and the other …. Original source  : Stocks close mixed as investors await start of 2nd-quarter earnings; Alcoa has upbeat report.

Novellus Systems reports 2nd-quarter profit as demand for electronics restarts chip industry

Novellus Systems returns to profit in 2Q
SAN JOSE, Calif. – Novellus Systems Inc., which makes equipment for producing computer chips, said Monday it posted a profit in the second quarter as the economic recovery that has bolstered the technology sector in recent months helped the company come back from a loss last year.

Quarterly net income …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Novellus Systems reports 2nd-quarter profit as demand for electronics restarts chip industry.

Playboy, Weyerhaeuser, Aon, Qualcomm among big market movers Monday

Playboy, Weyerhaeuser, Aon among big movers

NEW YORK – Stocks that moved substantially or traded heavily Monday on the New York Stock Exchange and Nasdaq Stock Market:
NYSE
Aon Corp., down $2.72 at $35.62
The insurance broker plans to buy human resources company Hewitt Associates for $4.9 billion to expand its consulting operations.
Playboy Enterprises Inc., up $1.61 at $5.55
Founder …. Source  : Playboy, Weyerhaeuser, Aon, Qualcomm among big market movers Monday.

Conde Nast’s Reddit asks readers for money to hire more engineers, buy servers

Conde Nast’s Reddit asks readers for help
NEW YORK – Though it’s owned by a large media company, Reddit needs money, and it’s turning to its loyal audience for help.
Reddit, which Conde Nast’s Wired Digital bought in 2006, lets readers post links to articles, blogs, photos and other Web content. They can then click … Read more >>.

HEALTHBEAT: From texting to two-way feedback, testing cell phones as tool to fight disease

From texting to apps, using cell phones for health

WASHINGTON – What if my blood sugar’s too high today? Is it time for my blood pressure pill? With nagging text messages or more customized two-way interactions, researchers are trying to harness the power of cell phones to help fight chronic diseases.
“I call it medical minutes,” says …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : HEALTHBEAT: From texting to two-way feedback, testing cell phones as tool to fight disease.

Qualcomm shares rise, analyst sees faster growth in smart phones using Snapdragon processors

Qualcomm stock up as smart phone growth escalates
SEATTLE – Shares of Qualcomm Inc. jumped Monday after an analyst said the mobile device chip maker stands to benefit as smart phones grow increasingly popular.
THE SPARK: Goldman Sachs added Qualcomm to its Conviction List and said the smart phone market is growing even faster than [..] Read the original article: here.

Consumer Reports: iPhone 4 antenna causes reception issues, not formula for displaying bars

Consumer Reports won’t recommend iPhone 4
SEATTLE – Consumer Reports said Monday it will not recommend Apple Inc.’s newest iPhone because of reception problems caused by its antenna design.
After the iPhone 4 went on sale in June, buyers started complaining that holding the gadget a certain way could cause reception to fade and calls … Original source on Gaea Times at : Consumer Reports: iPhone 4 antenna causes reception issues, not formula for displaying bars.

Summary Box: Dell, HP, Fujitsu to offer Windows Azure cloud computing services

Summary Box: Microsoft, PC makers to offer Azure
THE PARTNERSHIP: Microsoft Corp. is teaming up with computer makers Dell Inc., Hewlett-Packard Co. and Japan’s Fujitsu.
THE OFFERING: Those PC makers have set up networks of servers running Azure, Microsoft’s “cloud computing” system for outsourcing data center management.
THE BOTTOM LINE: PC makers, which also do technology …. Read the original article  : Summary Box: Dell, HP, Fujitsu to offer Windows Azure cloud computing services.

Dell, HP, Fujitsu to offer Windows Azure cloud computing services to customers

Microsoft, PC makers set up Azure clouds
SEATTLE – Microsoft Corp. is teaming up with computer makers to try to make its Windows Azure cloud computing system attractive to government and big corporate customers.
In recent years, companies have started to use technology called virtualization, which can let one physical server computer act … Read more >>.

Octopus oracle Paul to retire after perfect predictions of World Cup games

Octopus oracle Paul to retire
BERLIN – No more World Cup, no more octopus oracle.
Paul, the octopus who became a pop culture sensation by correctly predicting the outcome of as many World Cup matches as he has legs – all seven of Germany’s games plus the Spain-Netherlands final – is going to retire.
The intuitive … Read more >>>.

Young British Facebook users get new application linking to online child safety program

UK Facebook users get link to child safety program
LONDON – A new application was launched on Facebook on Monday by a British child protection agency to allow young users to report worrying or inappropriate behavior to child protection authorities.
The Child Exploitation and Online Protection Center said their application – called “ClickCEOP” …. Source  : Young British Facebook users get new application linking to online child safety program.

Pakistan’s first social networking website launched

ISLAMABAD – Engineers of the Pakistani Information Technology successfully launched a social networking website based on the pattern of Facebook.

The name of the website is BuddyFlick.com.

Its creator, Yousaf Fayyaz, said that the website was launched with an aim of proving to the world that Pakistani engineers …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Pakistan’s first social networking website launched.

Facebook retracts ban on Sydney nipple-flashing doll images

SYDNEY – Facebook has retracted its ban over images of a nipple-flashing doll used by a Sydney jewellery business.

A Sydney jeweller has rebuked Facebook for its “opaque” and “arbitrary” moderation system after the site apologised … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Facebook retracts ban on Sydney nipple-flashing doll images.

Global wireless subscriptions pass 5 billion as India and China catch up, Ericsson estimates

Estimate: Global cell subscriptions pass 5 billion
NEW YORK – The number of wireless service subscriptions worldwide passed 5 billion this week, according to an estimate by LM Ericsson AB, the Swedish maker of wireless equipment.
The estimate is based on data from carriers worldwide, and compares to the global population of nearly …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Global wireless subscriptions pass 5 billion as India and China catch up, Ericsson estimates.

Semiconductor equipment supplier ASML Q2 profits soar thanks to strong demand from chip makers

ASML bounces back to Q2 profit on strong sales
THE HAGUE, Netherlands – ASML Holding NV, a key supplier to computer chip makers, said Wednesday it bounced back to profit in the second quarter from a loss in the same period last year thanks to a sharp rebound in demand.

The company, which supplies tools to Intel …. Source  : Semiconductor equipment supplier ASML Q2 profits soar thanks to strong demand from chip makers.

US announces new cyber security program called ‘Perfect Citizen’

WASHINGTON – The NSA’s new cyber-security program, Perfect Citizen, will monitor nuclear power plants, train stations, and the electric power grid to safeguard against cyber-assaults.

The new program is intended to monitor cyber-terrorist threats and “would rely on a set of sensors deployed in computer networks for critical infrastructure that would be triggered by unusual …. Original source  : US announces new cyber security program called ‘Perfect Citizen’.

Utah agencies investigate origin of list of 1,300 names of alleged undocumented immigrants

Utah agencies probe alleged illegal immigrant list

SALT LAKE CITY – State agencies are investigating whether any of their employees leaked Social Security numbers and other personal information after a list of 1,300 people who an anonymous group claims are illegal immigrants was circulated around Utah.
The anonymous group mailed the list to several media outlets, law … Original source on Gaea Times at : Utah agencies investigate origin of list of 1,300 names of alleged undocumented immigrants.

Discovery Channel Eyes New Venture

SAN FRANCISCO (GaeaTimes.com)- It is quite evident that the appeal of social networking among youngsters has affected the major TV networks as well. That explains why a channel like Discovery networks is planning to join the bandwagon by means of a game. A social game development entity named Hive media has been approached …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Discovery Channel Eyes New Venture.

2011 Corvette Offer From GM

MICHIGAN (GaeaTimes.com)- General Motors the US based auto giant make various types of cars and among them Corvette deserves a special mention. It is loved by those who want raw power and style in their cars and do not mind spending a fortune for that. For the new 2011 Corvette models the company is …. Original article  : 2011 Corvette Offer From GM.

Discovery Channel Tying Up With Sony

SAN FRANCISCO (GaeaTimes.com)- After Hollywood and major production studios the major TV networks have been affected by the 3D mania. ESPN and National Geographic have already started broadcasting content in 3D format and in near future a number of other channels are also going to join the 3D bandwagon, which means more entertainment … Original article on : Discovery Channel Tying Up With Sony.

Freer technology budgets, more sophisticated factories lead Intel to best-in-a-decade profit

Freer budgets help Intel’s best-in-a-decade profit
SAN FRANCISCO – The last time Intel Corp. pulled in profit this big, dot-com delirium was in full swing and Internet fever fueled spectacular computer sales.
Now, as the technology industry recovers from a slump caused by the financial meltdown, the world’s No. 1 semiconductor company has reported its … Original article on : Freer technology budgets, more sophisticated factories lead Intel to best-in-a-decade profit.

China signs deals to $10B invest in Argentina’s railways but no progress on soy dispute

China to invest $10B in Argentina’s railways

BEIJING – Argentina and China signed a deal for Beijing to invest $10 billion in the South American nation’s railways during a visit by the Argentine president but there was no sign of progress in a dispute over soy imports.
The agreements announced Tuesday during the visit by President Cristina … Read more >>>.

Summary Box: Apple need not respond to Consumer Reports on antenna design issue, analysts say

Summary Box: Apple silent on antenna critique
THE CRITIQUE: Consumer Reports says reception problems with Apple’s iPhone 4 are caused by the antenna design. The magazine’s tests show holding the phone a certain way interferes. Some Apple watchers think Apple should recall the phones or give out free cases.
THE DEFENSE: Apple hasn’t responded directly. …. Original article  : Summary Box: Apple need not respond to Consumer Reports on antenna design issue, analysts say.

Summary Box: Intel pulls off strongest net income in a decade on freer tech budgets

Summary Box: Intel’s 2Q net is best in a decade

BLOWOUT QUARTER: Intel books its largest quarterly net income in a decade as corporations step up spending on computers. Chipmaker earns $2.89 billion on revenue of $10.77 billion.
FREER TECH BUDGETS: An encouraging sign for the economy was that companies spent more on upgrading workers’ personal computers, … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Summary Box: Intel pulls off strongest net income in a decade on freer tech budgets.

With Apple’s fans, iPhone maker may not need to respond to Consumer Reports critique

Apple silent after Consumer Reports critique
SEATTLE – A decision by Consumer Reports against endorsing the latest iPhone because of reception problems threatens to tarnish Apple Inc.’s reputation, yet fans who have braved poor reception for years are likely to keep buying the product.
In fact, some analysts say Apple could simply ignore calls by … Original source on Gaea Times at : With Apple’s fans, iPhone maker may not need to respond to Consumer Reports critique.

Digital River names former Autodesk CFO to board, citing experience in finance and tech

Digital River names former Autodesk CFO to board
MINNEAPOLIS – Digital River Inc. said Tuesday it has appointed a former chief financial officer of Autodesk Inc. to its board.
Digital River, which builds and manages online businesses for clients, named Alfred Castino as a director.
Digital River said Castino has broad experience in overseeing the finances … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Digital River names former Autodesk CFO to board, citing experience in finance and tech.

Yahoo, Microsoft chip away at Google’s huge search lead with help from automated queries

Yahoo, Microsoft gain ground on Google in search
SAN FRANCISCO – Yahoo Inc. and Microsoft Corp. gained a little more ground on Internet search leader Google Inc. in June, largely because of techniques that automate some search requests.
Even with the extra help, both Yahoo and Microsoft still lag far behind Google in the Internet’s … Original source on Gaea Times at : Yahoo, Microsoft chip away at Google’s huge search lead with help from automated queries.

EBay shareholders tied to nurses union seek details of agreement over Whitman altercation

EBay shareholders seek details of Whitman deal

SACRAMENTO, Calif. – Two eBay shareholders have asked the online auction company to release details of a confidential settlement it paid to a staffer who accused then-CEO Meg Whitman of pushing her.
The Republican gubernatorial nominee has acknowledged reaching a deal with the employee over the altercation three years ago.
The …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : EBay shareholders tied to nurses union seek details of agreement over Whitman altercation.

Automakers make between-year tweaks to boost midsize car gas mileage

Automakers tweak midsize cars to boost gas mileage
DETROIT – To improve gas mileage, automakers are tweaking cars and trucks between model years, especially in the cost-conscious and popular market for midsize sedans.
Honda Motor Co. recently announced changes in its Accord sedan that boosted highway mileage by almost 10 percent from the …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Automakers make between-year tweaks to boost midsize car gas mileage.

Stocks extend gains into 6th straight day after Alcoa, CSX report upbeat profit, outlook

Stocks surge after Alcoa, CSX report strong profit
NEW YORK – The stock market got a shot of confidence from the start of second-quarter earnings season.
Investors sent stocks sharply higher Tuesday after better-than-expected profits from aluminum maker Alcoa Inc. and railroad operator CSX Corp. The Dow Jones industrial average rose more than 145 points … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Stocks extend gains into 6th straight day after Alcoa, CSX report upbeat profit, outlook.

Intel 2Q net income is its biggest profit in a decade, but fresh economic worries persist

Intel posts biggest quarterly profit in a decade
SAN FRANCISCO – Intel Corp. has posted its largest quarterly net income in a decade as the company benefits from a strengthening computer market and more sophisticated factories.
An encouraging sign for the economy was that large corporations, which have been slower than consumers to …. Read the original article  : here.

Summary Box: GE, venture capital funds put up $200 million for electric grid projects

Summary Box: GE’s $200M electric grid fund

THE MONEY: GE and four venture capital firms are putting up $200 million to fund projects designed to improve the electric grid.
THE REASON: GE is heavily involved in “Smart Grid” technology, tools meant to improve energy efficiency and reduce the environmental impact of energy use from the power plant … Original article on : Summary Box: GE, venture capital funds put up $200 million for electric grid projects.

Apple reputation challenged following Consumer Reports tests of iPhone 4

Apple reputation challenged after iPhone 4 tests
SEATTLE – Apple has an iPhone problem it probably can’t just fix with duct tape.
Consumer Reports said this week that it won’t endorse the iPhone 4 as “recommended” because tests show that simply holding the gadget can cause reception to fade.
Bloggers and others have been speculating since …. Original article  : Apple reputation challenged following Consumer Reports tests of iPhone 4.

ACLU, publishers sue Mass. over obscenity law that covers IMs, text messages, e-mail

Groups sue Mass. over newly expanded obscenity law

BOSTON – A coalition of booksellers and Internet content providers on Tuesday filed a federal lawsuit challenging an expansion of Massachusetts’ obscenity law to include electronic communications that may be harmful to minors.
Supporters say the new law, which went into effect Monday, closes a loophole that led the …. Read the original article  : ACLU, publishers sue Mass. over obscenity law that covers IMs, text messages, e-mail.

China replaces India as preferred outsourcing destination

NEW DELHI – China has replaced India as the primary destination of outsourcing and shared services for Asia-Pacific companies, according to the accounting firm KPMG.

The China Daily quoted the KPMG survey, which covered 280 senior company executives across Asia, as saying [..] Read the original article: here.

Samsung commissions study of health risks at semiconductor plants amid cancer fears

Samsung commissions semiconductor safety study
SEOUL, South Korea – Samsung Electronics said Thursday it has commissioned an independent health and safety review of its semiconductor factories in South Korea after employee illnesses and deaths raised fears of cancer risks.
The yearlong investigation will be carried out by an independent team of leading occupational health and …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Epic Browser For Indian Users

BANGALORE, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com)- The internet browser war is only hotting up with time. After the new versions of browsers like Opera, Firefox and Chrome a browser with Indian origin has hit the bandwagon. The Epic browser has been made to cater to the need of the Indian web users. The developers of the browsers …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Epic Browser For Indian Users.

China’s microblogs facing new restrictions as “beta” tags appear, worrying users

China’s microblogs facing new restrictions
BEIJING – China’s Twitter-like websites are facing new threats of censorship.
One of the country’s top microblogs is down for maintenance, and the other three have begun displaying a “beta” tag to indicate they are in testing, though they have been operating for months.
Users worry that the changes … Original article on : China’s microblogs facing new restrictions as “beta” tags appear, worrying users.

Digital advertising company VisionChina lands new contract with Beijing’s subway system

VisionChina inks new deal with Beijing subway

LOS ANGELES – Chinese digital advertising company VisionChina Media Inc. said Wednesday that it has signed a five-year contract with Beijing’s subway system.
The agreement extends VisionChina’s existing contract with the subway system.
VisionChina, which is based in Beijing, operates a mobile digital television and advertising network aimed at subway riders …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Surfing the Web, in the sky, for free? It could happen as soon as next year, analyst says

Could free Wi-Fi soon hit the skies?
NEW YORK – Travelers used to getting a free wireless Internet connection on land aren’t willing to pay for one at 30,000 feet.
Wireless Internet service on airlines hasn’t caught on, mostly because of the price. Travelers already paying $25 to check a bag and $20 for a …. Source article  : Surfing the Web, in the sky, for free? It could happen as soon as next year, analyst says.

Intel results show companies are spending more on technology but still worried about economy

Companies spending more on tech but still cautious
SAN FRANCISCO – Companies finally appear to be muscling up their spending on the most expensive kinds of computers after slashing budgets during the recession, but fears of more economic uncertainty are proving tough for the technology industry to shake.
Intel Corp., which makes the brains for … Original article on : Intel results show companies are spending more on technology but still worried about economy.

Officials begin work on spectrum inventory to find more airwaves for wireless broadband

Government working on wireless spectrum inventory
WASHINGTON – Federal officials are beginning work on a comprehensive inventory of the nation’s radio spectrum in hopes of finding more capacity for wireless high-speed Internet connections.
Federal Communications Commission Julius Genachowski says his agency is working closely with the Commerce Department’s National Telecommunications and Information Administration to catalog … Original article on : Officials begin work on spectrum inventory to find more airwaves for wireless broadband.

Sony to offer Hulu Plus preview on PlayStation 3 right away

Sony PS3 to offer Hulu Plus preview immediately

LOS ANGELES – Some PlayStation 3 users in the U.S. will be able to try out the $9.99-per-month video subscription plan from Hulu right away.
Sony Corp. says that means the PlayStation 3 will be the only game console able to play streaming videos from Hulu this year.
Hulu plans … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Sony to offer Hulu Plus preview on PlayStation 3 right away.

Google hands out $479,000 in project grants to test the academic value of its digital library

Google finances projects to test digital library
SAN FRANCISCO – Google Inc. is giving researchers nearly a half-million dollars to test the academic value of its rapidly growing online library.
The grants announced Wednesday will be used to help pay for 12 humanities projects studying questions that will require sifting through thousands of books to …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Review: Infocast Internet media display does it all, but few things well

Review: Infocast Web media display not so talented
SAN FRANCISCO – If you like the idea of a digital photo frame but are concerned about shelling out nearly $100 or more for the gadget equivalent of a one-trick pony, the Insignia Infocast may sound intriguing.
The touch-screen-enabled, Internet-connected device can play music and show news … Original source on Gaea Times at : Review: Infocast Internet media display does it all, but few things well.

Worldwide computer shipments rise 22 percent, helped by business spending on new PCs

Global PC shipments jump 22 percent
SEATTLE – Market research group IDC said Wednesday that worldwide shipments of personal computers climbed 22.4 percent in the second quarter as businesses replaced aging computers and consumers continued to show interest in inexpensive laptops.
The growth was half a percentage point less than IDC predicted because …. Source article  : Worldwide computer shipments rise 22 percent, helped by business spending on new PCs.

Hilton turns to AT&T for management of guest Internet services

Hilton turns over guest Internet services to AT&T

McLEAN, Va. – Hilton Worldwide said Wednesday that AT&T will manage Wi-Fi and Internet services at its 3,200 hotels in the U.S. and Canada.
AT&T will operate the “Stay Connected” program for Hilton’s ten brands, the company said. The Dallas-based phone company has already designed and installed equipment for …. Read the original article  : here.

Fight over programming fees between Cablevision and AT&T endangers popular AMC series

‘Mad Men’ premiere may go dark for AT&T customers

LOS ANGELES – A fight over programming fees has taken a new hostage: the season premiere of AMC’s “Mad Men” on July 25.
AT&T Inc. said Wednesday that Rainbow Media, a subsidiary of Cablevision Systems Corp., is playing hardball in fee negotiations over three channels: AMC, IFC and … Read more : Fight over programming fees between Cablevision and AT&T endangers popular AMC series.

MoMA show examines pivotal years 1913-1917 in Henri Matisse’s long career

MoMA show examines Matisse’s craft
NEW YORK – Imagine you had X-ray vision and could peer beneath the layers of paint on a canvas to discover the painstaking process of creating a masterpiece.

That’s essentially what curators have done in an exhibition on Henri Matisse that opens Sunday at the Museum of Modern Art after making its … Read this article on Gaea Times at : MoMA show examines pivotal years 1913-1917 in Henri Matisse’s long career.

Stocks turn positive as Intel earnings, outlook overshadow disappointing retail sales report

Stocks rise modestly on strong Intel earnings

NEW YORK – Stocks rose modestly Wednesday as Intel’s strong earnings and outlook encouraged investors to set aside their disappointment over a weak retail sales report.
The Dow Jones industrial average rose 9 points, putting the index in line to extend its six-day winning streak. The tech-heavy Nasdaq composite rose …. Read the original article  : Stocks turn positive as Intel earnings, outlook overshadow disappointing retail sales report.

IGate posts sharply higher 2nd-quarter profit, revenue

IGate posts sharp jump in 2Q profit
FREMONT, Calif. – IGate Corp. said Wednesday its second-quarter profit nearly doubled as revenue grew and the information technology and outsourcing company added more clients.

The results nbeat expectations, and its shares rose $1.03, or 7.3 percent, to $15.20 in morning trading.
“We had a good quarter and are encouraged by …. Source article  : IGate posts sharply higher 2nd-quarter profit, revenue.

Breaking up is hard: Lines of poetry a tough fit in e-form

Breaking up is hard: Poems a tough fit in e-form

NEW YORK – Billy Collins, one of the country’s most popular poets, had never seen his work in e-book form until he recently downloaded his latest collection on his Kindle.
He was unpleasantly surprised.
“I found that even in a very small font that if the original line …. Original source  : Breaking up is hard: Lines of poetry a tough fit in e-form.

Intel shares get a boost from stronger-than expected 2Q results, outlook

Ahead of the Bell: Intel shares jump
NEW YORK – Intel Corp.’s shares got a boost in premarket trading Wednesday after the world’s largest chip maker posted stronger-than-expected results for its second quarter, boosted by an uptick in technology spending as companies emerge from the economic slump.

Intel also raised its guidance for the third quarter. Its …. Read the original article  : Intel shares get a boost from stronger-than expected 2Q results, outlook.

Vaseline launches skin-whitening Facebook tool for India (lead)

Melbourne, July 14 (ANI): Skincare group Vaseline has introduced a skin-lightening application for Facebook in India enabling users to make their skin whiter in their profile pictures.

According to news.com.au, the download is designed to promote Vaseline’s range of skin-lightening creams for men, a …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Vaseline launches skin-whitening Facebook tool for India (lead).

Epic Browser Launched

BANGALORE, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com)- Hidden Reflex which happens to be Bangalore based firm has launched Epic browser in the market. Epic browser happens to be the very first Indian browser which draws it’s element of inspiration from Mozilla Firefox.
Just out of the bag, the Epic browser is based upon regional features that shall give all Indian …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Apex committee on National E-Governance Plan to meet today

NEW DELHI – The Apex Committee on National E-Governance Plan (NeGP), chaired by Cabinet Secretary K M Chandrasekhar, will meet here today to review all 27 Mission Mode Projects (MMPs) being implemented under it.

According to an official press release, the Secretary of the Ministry or Department of the concerned MMP will present before the Committee [..] Read the original article: here.

Optimum Online Webmail Down?

New York (GaeaTimes.com) Optimum Online appears to be having some problems with their Webmail services due to some technical difficulties. The clients are reported to have problems with accessing their accounts. Some users are reported to get the ‘Secure Connection Failed’ Message. The company is aware of the problem and they are reportedly working …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Google’s hiring spree boosts economy, undercuts earnings to investors’ dismay

Google expansion helps economy, hurts stock price
SAN FRANCISCO – Google Inc. is doing its part to stimulate the economy and hurting its stock in the process.
With its payroll swelling at the fastest rate in four years, some of Google’s expenses are climbing faster than its revenue.
That’s creating a drag on its earnings, which …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Google’s hiring spree boosts economy, undercuts earnings to investors’ dismay.

Venture-capital investments climb 53 percent in 2nd quarter, reflecting confidence in economy

Venture-cap investments climb 53 pct in 2Q

SAN FRANCISCO – Venture capitalists funneled more money into U.S. startups in the second quarter, indicating continuing confidence that the economy is on the mend.
A study scheduled for release Friday shows that startup investments in the April-June period climbed 53 percent from the same three months in 2009 to … Read more »».

Ohio woman who put $10,000 LeBron James pendant on eBay says it’s been taken, wants it back

Ohio woman says $10,000 LeBron James pendant taken

WADSWORTH, Ohio – An Ohio woman who said she paid $5 at a yard sale for a LeBron James pendant worth nearly $10,000 says it’s been taken from her.
Vaneisha Robinson had the basketball jersey-shaped white gold pendant appraised and put it for sale on eBay. She says she …. Original article  : Ohio woman who put $10,000 LeBron James pendant on eBay says it’s been taken, wants it back.

AT&T U-verse reaches deal with Cablevision subsidiary to keep AMC, ‘Mad Men’ premiere

AT&T U-verse reaches deal to keep AMC, ‘Mad Men’

LOS ANGELES – Averting a standoff over programming fees, AT&T Inc. said Thursday it has reached a deal to keep channels AMC, IFC and WE tv on the tube for its 2.3 million U-verse TV subscribers.
Last-minute negotiations with Rainbow Media, a subsidiary of Cablevision Systems Corp., resulted …. Read the original article  : AT&T U-verse reaches deal with Cablevision subsidiary to keep AMC, ‘Mad Men’ premiere.

Video game sales show another decline in June, says NPD

June video game sales decline again, NPD says
NEW YORK – Summer doldrums weighed on the video game industry in June, with U.S. retail sales of hardware, software and accessories down 6 percent from a year earlier, to $1.1 billion.
Market researcher NPD Group said Thursday that sales of game software tumbled 15 percent to … Original article on : Video game sales show another decline in June, says NPD.

Google’s 2Q earnings increase 24 pct, but stock falls amid European worries

Google’s 2Q earnings rise 24 pct, but miss target
SAN FRANCISCO – Google Inc.’s second-quarter earnings missed analysts’ target as higher expenses and the fallout from the European debt crisis dragged down the Internet search leader.
The letdown announced Thursday stemmed from Google’s expanding payroll and a run-up in the U.S. dollar that …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Google’s 2Q earnings increase 24 pct, but stock falls amid European worries.

AMD whittles 2Q loss as chip sales rebound; spinoff investment drags down net

AMD whittles 2Q loss as chip sales rebound
SAN FRANCISCO – Advanced Micro Devices Inc. shrank its second-quarter loss on reviving sales of computers that use its chips and a wrenching effort to shed costs that’s lasted years.
The results were better than analysts had expected, and AMD’s stock rose 4.7 percent, or 35 cents, … Original article on : AMD whittles 2Q loss as chip sales rebound; spinoff investment drags down net.

New tourism website uses Google Earth software to offer 3-D views of Hawaii attractions

Website, Google Earth offer 3-D views of Hawaii
HONOLULU – A new website backed by eBay founder Pierre Omidyar says it will offer potential visitors to Hawaii the ability to view hotels, shops and tourist attractions in three dimensions and from different angles in an interactive virtual tour.
Team Vision Virtual launched 3DHawaii.com on Thursday, …. Read the original article  : New tourism website uses Google Earth software to offer 3-D views of Hawaii attractions.

Analyst trims price targets on Western Digital, Seagate Technology

Analyst cuts target on Western Digital, Seagate

LOS ANGELES – An analyst trimmed his price targets on shares of Western Digital Corp. and Seagate Technology, saying the makers of hard disk drives for consumers will face weak demand.
Wedbush Securities analyst Kaushik Roy trimmed his price target on Western Digital to $42 from $48 and cut his …. Source  : Analyst trims price targets on Western Digital, Seagate Technology.

AMD shrinks 2Q loss as chip sales rebound; loss on factory investment drags down numbers

AMD shrinks 2Q loss as chip sales rebound
SAN FRANCISCO – Advanced Micro Devices Inc. shrank its second-quarter loss on reviving sales of computers that use its chips and a wrenching years-long effort to shed costs.

AMD would have made money were it not for a loss related to its investment in factories it used to own …. Original article  : AMD shrinks 2Q loss as chip sales rebound; loss on factory investment drags down numbers.

Google’s second-quarter earnings rise 24 percent, but fall below analyst estimates

Google 2Q earnings miss analyst target
SAN FRANCISCO – Google Inc.’s second-quarter earnings missed analysts’ target as higher expenses and the fallout from the European debt crisis dragged down the Internet search leader.
The letdown announced Thursday stemmed from Google’s expanding payroll and a run-up in the U.S. dollar that has been driven … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Google’s second-quarter earnings rise 24 percent, but fall below analyst estimates.

Calif. company wins contract to supply 620,000 smart meters to Central Maine Power

Calif. company to supply smart meters to CMP
PORTLAND, Maine – Central Maine Power, the state’s largest electric utility, has selected a California company to supply 620,000 so-called smart meters to be installed by early 2012, reducing costs for CMP and allowing consumers to monitor their power consumption, the companies said Thursday.
Redwood City-based Trilliant … Read more >>.

Obama says Michigan battery plant groundbreaking lays foundation for economic growth

Obama touts investment in Michigan battery plant

HOLLAND, Mich. – Seeking to boost economic spirits, President Barack Obama on Thursday hailed the construction of another car-battery plant as a symbol of a made-in-America rebound from desperate times.
Said the president to workers: “You are leading the way in showing how manufacturing jobs are coming right back here …. Source  : Obama says Michigan battery plant groundbreaking lays foundation for economic growth.

Federal regulators seek to expand use of broadband program for rural health care

FCC seeks to boost rural health care program use

WASHINGTON – Federal regulators are proposing changes to expand use of the $400 million government program that subsidizes Internet services at hospitals, clinics and other health care facilities in rural areas.
The Federal Communications Commission voted unanimously Thursday to consider changes to its rural health care program, one …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Federal regulators seek to expand use of broadband program for rural health care.

Paul Allen answers Gates-Buffet challenge, pledges to share his billions

Billionaire Paul Allen pledges to share his wealth
SEATTLE – Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen said Thursday that the majority of his wealth will go to philanthropy after his death.
The Seattle billionaire says that has been his plan for years.
A spokesman for the Paul G. Allen Family Foundation, Aaron Blank, said the announcement was a …. Source article  : Paul Allen answers Gates-Buffet challenge, pledges to share his billions.

Apple to hold press conference Friday amid iPhone 4 antenna problems

Apple to speak on iPhone 4 amid antenna troubles
NEW YORK – Apple Inc. will hold a press conference on Friday to discuss the latest iPhone model amid complaints about its antenna and Consumer Reports magazine’s refusal to endorse it until the problems get fixed.
Apple would not provide details on the nature of the … Read : Apple to hold press conference Friday amid iPhone 4 antenna problems.

Google’s 2nd-quarter results expected to provide insight into e-commerce strength

High hopes riding on Google’s 2nd-quarter results
MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. – Google Inc. will signal whether electronic commerce is still building on its recent momentum with the release of its second-quarter earnings after the stock market closes Thursday.
Besides running the Internet’s most popular search engine, Google also powers the Web’s largest advertising network. That …. Read the original article  : here.

“I Write Like” Catches Eye Balls

SAN FRANCISCO (GaeaTimes.com)- A recently launched website named “I Write Like” is creating a buzz all over the internet with hoards of curious people and writers turning to the website to find out whom they write like. The website that has been created by a 27-year-old Russian software programmer Dmitry Chestnykh claims that it …. Source  : “I Write Like” Catches Eye Balls.

After Dickens, spy Chapman now quotes Eleanor Roosevelt on Facebook

NEW YORK – Last week she quoted Charles Dickens on Facebook, this time Russian spy Anna Chapman has quoted Eleanor Roosevelt.

“You gain strength, courage and confidence by every experience in which you really stop to look fear in the face,” the deported Chapman, 28, wrote, quoting from a book the then-76-year-old Roosevelt, widow of …. Source  : After Dickens, spy Chapman now quotes Eleanor Roosevelt on Facebook.

Apple says iPhone 4 drops fewer than 1 additional call per 100 compared with iPhone 3GS

Apple: iPhone 4 drops more calls than iPhone 3GS
SEATTLE – Gripes from some people about the iPhone 4’s antenna design have overshadowed many buyers’ comments that the newest smart phone from Apple Inc. gets far better reception than previous models.
As it turns out, the iPhone 4 drops more calls than the older iPhone …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Correction: Brammo electric motorcyle story

Correction: Brammo electric motorcyle story

ASHLAND, Ore. – In a story July 15 about Brammo Inc.’s electric motorcycles, The Associated Press reported erroneously that the cheapest Harley-Davidson Inc. motorcycle sells for $10,500. The company said its motorcycles start at $6,999.
…. Original source  : Correction: Brammo electric motorcyle story.

Do you write like Charles Dickens or Stephen King? Website ‘I Write Like’ says it can tell you

I Write Like erupts online, authors scratch heads

NEW YORK – For anyone who has ever thought Charles Dickens was lurking inside his or her prose, a new website claims it can find your inner author.
The recently launched I Write Like has one simple gimmick: You paste a few paragraphs that exemplify your writing, then click … Read more : Do you write like Charles Dickens or Stephen King? Website ‘I Write Like’ says it can tell you.

Apple’s Steve Jobs: iPhone isn’t perfect, offers free cases to prevent reception problem

Apple CEO on antenna problem: ‘We aren’t perfect’
CUPERTINO, Calif. – A perfect iPhone? There’s no app for that.
Apple Inc. will give free protective cases to buyers of its latest iPhone to prevent reception problems that occur when people cover a certain spot on the phone with a bare hand.
CEO Steve Jobs apologized Friday … Original article on : Apple’s Steve Jobs: iPhone isn’t perfect, offers free cases to prevent reception problem.

Google acquires Metaweb, says deal will improve search, make Web more meaningful

Google buys Metaweb to ‘improve search’
LOS ANGELES – Search giant Google Inc. says it has bought Metaweb Inc., a company that helps connect Internet search words to real-world things.
Terms were not disclosed.
Google director of product management, Jack Menzel, said in a blog post Friday that the acquisition will help “improve search and make …. Source article  : Google acquires Metaweb, says deal will improve search, make Web more meaningful.

Summary Box: Shares of Qlik, RealD soar in market debuts, help revive confidence in IPOs

Summary Box: Tech IPOs revive hope in market

BIG GAINS: Both software company Qlik Technologies Inc. and 3-D movie technology provider RealD Inc. soared more than 20 percent on their first day of trading.
SPILLOVER: Their performance could boost interest in other IPOs after a rough second quarter, when 17 companies had to cancel offerings due to … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Summary Box: Shares of Qlik, RealD soar in market debuts, help revive confidence in IPOs.

Apple to give iPhone buyers cases to alleviate antenna problems, CEO says’We’re not perfect’

Apple: Free cases to alleviate iPhone 4 problems
CUPERTINO, Calif. – Apple Inc. will give free protective cases to buyers of its latest iPhone to alleviate the so-called “death grip” problem in which holding the phone with a bare hand can muffle the wireless signal.
Apple CEO Steve Jobs announced the giveaway Friday during a … Read : Apple to give iPhone buyers cases to alleviate antenna problems, CEO says’We’re not perfect’.

Technology IPOs Qlik, RealD soar in market debuts, reviving confidence in IPO fundraising

Strong tech company IPOs revive hope in market

NEW YORK – The strong performance of two technology IPOs Friday, which came despite a big tumble in the stock market, is rekindling hope that the capital markets can fund the growth of companies.
Shares of business analytics software company Qlik Technologies Inc., based in Radnor, Pa., rose 29 …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Technology IPOs Qlik, RealD soar in market debuts, reviving confidence in IPO fundraising.

Apple to give iPhone buyers free cases, Apple’s Jobs admits ‘We’re not perfect’

Apple to give iPhone buyers free cases
CUPERTINO, Calif. – Apple says it will give free protective cases to buyers of its latest iPhone model to alleviate the so-called “death grip” problem: holding the phone with a bare hand can muffle the wireless signal.
Apple Inc. CEO Steve Jobs announced the giveaway Friday at the … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Apple to give iPhone buyers free cases, Apple’s Jobs admits ‘We’re not perfect’.

Apple’s Jobs admits ‘we’re not perfect’ as company faces iPhone antenna troubles

Apple’s Jobs admits ‘we’re not perfect’
CUPERTINO, Calif. – Apple CEO Steve Jobs is responding to growing complaints about the latest iPhone by declaring, “We’re not perfect.”
Apple Inc. has been beset with complaints from buyers of its iPhone 4 that holding the phone with a bare hand can muffle the wireless signal. The … Read more : Apple’s Jobs admits ‘we’re not perfect’ as company faces iPhone antenna troubles.

Old Spice ad campaign swarms YouTube, with some 180 videos uploaded this week

Old Spice ad campaign goes viral _ and then some

NEW YORK – In one of the largest viral video ad campaign ever launched, Old Spice is swarming YouTube.
The Procter & Gamble Co. brand released more than 180 videos featuring the campaign’s star, ex-football player Isaiah Mustafa (moo-STAH’-fah). In the videos, he responds personally to online …. Original article  : Old Spice ad campaign swarms YouTube, with some 180 videos uploaded this week.

Newspaper publisher Gannett to partner with Yahoo on local advertising sales

Gannett to partner with Yahoo on local advertising
MCLEAN, Va. – Gannett Co., the largest U.S. newspaper publisher, is partnering with Yahoo Inc. to sell local online advertising. It’s a deal that could help Gannett boost revenue as its traditional print business declines.
Gannett said that all of its newspapers and seven of its 23 … Read more >>.

Shares of software provider Qlik Technologies jump after IPO prices high, raising $112 million

Qlik shares jump after IPO prices high
NEW YORK – Shares of business software company Qlik Technologies are leaping in their market debut after the company priced its initial public offering above expectations, suggesting strong demand.

The successful IPO helps set a brighter tone for the third quarter IPO market after companies struggled to raise money, or …. Source  : Shares of software provider Qlik Technologies jump after IPO prices high, raising $112 million.

Ex-CEO Thomas Bloch plans to leave board of H&R Block, bashes company’s priorities

Ex-H&R Block CEO blasts company; will leave board

NEW YORK – Former H&R Block Inc. CEO Thomas Bloch says he is leaving the tax preparer’s board of directors, and sharply criticized the company’s priorities, prices, and its failure to keep up with do-it-yourself online tax programs.
Bloch, who was president and CEO of the Kansas City company … Read more : Ex-CEO Thomas Bloch plans to leave board of H&R Block, bashes company’s priorities.

Turkey unveils first Turkish-made unmanned surveillance plane, hopes to export it

Turkey unveils its own drone plane for first time

ANKARA, Turkey – Turkey on Friday unveiled its first drone airplane, a surveillance craft able to fly for 24-hour stretches over the rugged mountains where Kurdish rebels are waging a deadly insurgency.
Turkey’s eagerness to produce its own military technology mirrors its increasingly robust and independent diplomacy in …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Turkey unveils first Turkish-made unmanned surveillance plane, hopes to export it.

Dell says SEC staff to recommend settlement in long-running accounting investigation

Dell: SEC staff to recommend accounting settlement
ROUND ROCK, Texas – Computer maker Dell Inc. said Friday it’s getting closer to settling investigations by regulators into its accounting and the actions of CEO Michael Dell.
The computer maker has proposed settlements to the staff of the Securities and Exchange Commission, which the staff will …. Read the original article  : Dell says SEC staff to recommend settlement in long-running accounting investigation.

C.P. Joshi launches AWAASSOFT- a web enabled software for Indira Awaas Yojana

NEW DELHI – Union Minister for Rural Development and Panchayati Raj Dr. C.P. Joshi today launched a web enabled software for Indira Awaas Yojana named as AWAASSoft.

He congratulated the ministry personnel in expediting the digitization of the work which was earlier being done on manual basis.

Dr. Joshi expressed the hope that from now onwards … Read : C.P. Joshi launches AWAASSOFT- a web enabled software for Indira Awaas Yojana.

Apple invites press to Silicon Valley for iPhone 4 announcement; specifics not known

Ahead of the Bell: Apple iPhone 4 announcement
CUPERTINO, Calif. – Apple Inc. is holding a press conference at its Silicon Valley headquarters Friday morning to talk about its latest iPhone model.
Apple hasn’t said what, specifically, it plans to say about the iPhone 4. It’s likely the company will respond to complaints …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

BSNL Mobile Plan For Amarnath Yatra

JAMMU AND KASHMIR, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com)- Pilgrims visiting the holy shrine at Amarnath have reason to be happy. The BSNL mobile telecom service has launched its connection at the caves of Amarnath in Kashmir thus making it easier for tourists and pilgrims visiting the holy shrine to remain in touch with their friends and relatives …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : BSNL Mobile Plan For Amarnath Yatra.

BSNL Mobile Launches New Plan

ANDHRA PRADESH, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com)- The state run mobile service operator BSNL mobile launched a new plan yesterday for its customers in the state of Andhra Pradesh. The ‘Nestham Plan’ as it has been named will be accessible to customers using the 2G GSM prepaid connections only. A statement by the BSNL service providers in … Read more >>>.

Apple Press Conference Offers Surprises

CUPERTINO (GaeaTimes.com)- Nothing can stop Steve Jobs, the CEO of Apple Inc. when it comes to highlighting the exclusiveness of the company’s products and it was proved once more at the press conference that took place on Friday at the headquarters of the company. He surprised the attendees by doing what no one expected [..] Read the original article: here.

German minister lashes out at Facebook’s privacy policy, accuses network of breaching the law

German minister lashes out at Facebook
BERLIN – A German minister has sharply criticized Facebook’s privacy policy and accuses the social networking site of breaching the law.
Consumer protection minister Ilse Aigner told German news weekly Focus the company must stop saving personal data about people who are not using the network.
She told the magazine’s …. Source  : German minister lashes out at Facebook’s privacy policy, accuses network of breaching the law.

Mobile phone maker Sony Ericsson posts profit in Q2, boosted by smart phones

Sony Ericsson posts profit in Q2
STOCKHOLM – Mobile phone maker Sony Ericsson on Friday reported a ???12 million ($15.5 million) net profit for the second quarter, up from a ???213 million loss the year before, due to the continued success of its smart phones as well as cost cuts.
Analysts deemed the report somewhat … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Mobile phone maker Sony Ericsson posts profit in Q2, boosted by smart phones.

German aquarium rejects Madrid’s bid to buy ‘Octopus Paul’ after Spain World Cup win

Germany rejects Spanish bid to buy Octopus Oracle
BERLIN – Octopus oracle Paul’s prescience wasn’t needed to predict how this one would turn out: His aquarium in Germany says there’s no way they’re sending the celebrity mollusk to Spain.
The response comes after the Madrid Zoo made an unspecified bid for the octopus, who famously … Original article on : German aquarium rejects Madrid’s bid to buy ‘Octopus Paul’ after Spain World Cup win.

Now, an application that wipes off all about your ex on Facebook

NEW YORK – Here’s some good news for those who want no connection with their ex anymore-an application called ‘Ex-blocker’.

The application heals broken hearts by deleting any mention of a person’s previous flame on Facebook and other social networking sites.

“They won’t know that you’re doing it. Only you will know,” the New York Daily News … Read more »»».

Southampton varsity department becomes first to release public data in open linked data format

LONDON – The School of Electronics and Computer Science (ECS) at the University of Southampton has become the UK’s first University department to release all its public data in open linked data format.

The ECS is at the forefront of the open linked data initiative through the work of its Professors Sir Tim Berners-Lee and … Original source on Gaea Times at : Southampton varsity department becomes first to release public data in open linked data format.

Mass. considers landmark legislation to give local auto-repair shops same info dealers have

Mass. considers landmark auto-repair legislation

BOSTON – When Mary Burke recently took her 2007 Honda Element with its worn-out ignition switch to her regular repair shop, the mechanic didn’t have the software to fix the problem.
The shop’s owner, Glenn Wilder, said he had to take Burke’s car to a Honda dealership – because those are the …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Digital movie locker ‘UltraViolet’ nears launch in challenge to Apple’s proprietary format

Digital movie locker ‘UltraViolet’ nears launch
LOS ANGELES – A group of media and electronics companies will soon start testing a system that will let you watch the movies you buy wherever you are, regardless of formats and other technical hurdles. Like ATMs, your account would follow you, no matter what brand …. Original source  : Digital movie locker ‘UltraViolet’ nears launch in challenge to Apple’s proprietary format.

Summary Box: IBM sees bigger 2010 profit but can’t shake economy jitters

Summary Box: IBM ups 2010 forecast but fears loom
UNWELCOME UNCERTAINTY: IBM beat earnings expectations in the second quarter and raised its guidance but shares fell on uncertainty about the stability of world markets.
REVENUE SHORTFALL: Analysts were concerned about a reduction in the value of services contracts signed during the quarter and revenue that …. Read the original article  : here.

IBM sees bigger 2010 forecast but can’t shake Wall Street’s economy jitters

IBM lifts 2010 forecast but economic worries loom
SAN FRANCISCO – Uncertainty about the stability of world markets is clouding encouraging signs about the health of the technology sector.
Shares of IBM Corp. fell nearly 4 percent Monday after the computer company beat earnings expectations in the second quarter and raised its guidance …. Source  : IBM sees bigger 2010 forecast but can’t shake Wall Street’s economy jitters.

FCC report finds broadband market not bringing high-speed Internet to Americans fast enough

FCC: broadband market not serving all Americans

WASHINGTON – Federal regulators have concluded that the broadband market is not bringing high-speed Internet connections to all Americans quickly enough.
In a report set to be released as early as Tuesday, the Federal Communications Commission says broadband is not being made available to all Americans in “a reasonable and …. Source  : FCC report finds broadband market not bringing high-speed Internet to Americans fast enough.

Coming attraction: Netflix to expand beyond US with Internet streaming in Canada this fall

Netflix chooses Canada for its international debut

SAN FRANCISCO – Netflix Inc. will make its international debut this fall when the rapidly growing movie subscription service offers video over the Internet in Canada.
The expansion announced Monday resolves the mystery of where Netflix will take its first step outside the United States. The company had laid out …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Coming attraction: Netflix to expand beyond US with Internet streaming in Canada this fall.

Motorola’s tortured path toward breakup reflects market changes and investor demands

Market changes, investors drive Motorola’s breakup
NEW YORK – For decades, Motorola Inc.’s products told the story of the march of electronics into the hands of consumers: car radios in the 1930s, TVs in the 1940s and cell phones starting the 1980s.
Now, the iconic company is breaking up, the victim of changing …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Motorola’s tortured path toward breakup reflects market changes and investor demands.

Amazon says price cut has spurred Kindle sales, but exact numbers remain a mystery

Amazon says price cut has spurred Kindle sales

SEATTLE – Amazon.com Inc. said Monday that sales of its Kindle electronic reading device have picked up since it cut the price. But exactly how many Kindles it is selling, Amazon did not say.
The company also said sales of Kindle books now outpace hardcover books, although sales of … Read more : Amazon says price cut has spurred Kindle sales, but exact numbers remain a mystery.

TI 2Q revenue rises 42 pct as demand roars back; predicts 3Q results above expectations

TI 2Q revenue rises 42 pct as demand roars back

NEW YORK – Texas Instruments Inc.’s second-quarter income and revenue jumped as demand continued to recover after the recession, yet investors had wanted even better results after seeing strong reports recently from other technology companies.
Shares fell more than 5 percent following the chip maker’s report Monday.
TI …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : TI 2Q revenue rises 42 pct as demand roars back; predicts 3Q results above expectations.

Apple’s iPad hitting 9 more markets, including Mexico, Hong Kong on Friday

Apple says iPad coming to more countries Friday
CUPERTINO, Calif. – Apple Inc. said Monday its iPad tablet device will be available in Austria, Belgium, Hong Kong, Ireland, Luxembourg, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand and Singapore this Friday.
Customers will be able to buy all models of the iPad in these countries.
The iPad is currently available …. Original article  : Apple’s iPad hitting 9 more markets, including Mexico, Hong Kong on Friday.

IBM ups 2010 forecast on confidence in services, software; 2Q rev falls short and shares slip

IBM ups 2010 forecast, but 2Q rev falls short
SAN FRANCISCO – IBM Corp. jacked up its 2010 guidance Monday on the technology company’s belief that it can wring more profit from its workhorse services and software divisions.
The numbers dovetail with other encouraging signs about the health of the technology sector, but uncertainties about …. Read the original article  : here.

IBM raises 2010 guidance to at least $11.25 per share, reflecting confidence

IBM raises 2010 guidance, reflecting confidence
SAN FRANCISCO – IBM Corp. raised its 2010 net income guidance to at least $11.25 per share, a nickel per share increase that reflects IBM’s confidence in its ability to squeeze more profit out of its workhorse technology services and software divisions.
The increase came as IBM reported … Read more : IBM raises 2010 guidance to at least $11.25 per share, reflecting confidence.

IBM raises 2010 guidance to at least $11.25 per share

IBM raises guidance
SAN FRANCISCO – IBM Corp. has raised its 2010 net income guidance to at least $11.25 per share. That represents an increase of a nickel per share over the previous guidance and reflects IBM’s confidence in its ability to squeeze more profit out of its workhorse technology services and software divisions.
… Read more : IBM raises 2010 guidance to at least $11.25 per share.

Summary Box: Nokia Siemens to buy Motorola wireless gear unit for $1.2 billion

Summary Box: Nokia Siemens to buy Motorola unit
THE DEAL: Motorola Inc. is selling most of its wireless networks division to Nokia Siemens Networks for $1.2 billion.
THE BUSINESS: This division supplies wireless carriers with equipment they need to connect to cell phones. Motorola isn’t a big player, but it has valuable relationships with U.S. … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Summary Box: Nokia Siemens to buy Motorola wireless gear unit for $1.2 billion.

Netflix’s 2nd-qtr earnings, subscriber count need to soar with stock flying high

Earnings Preview: Netflix Inc.
SAN FRANCISCO – Home video subscription service Netflix Inc. is scheduled to report its second-quarter earnings after the stock market closes Wednesday.
WHAT TO WATCH FOR: Netflix has been following a familiar script for nearly two years now, delivering one blowout quarter after another while consistently increasing its projected number of … Read : Netflix’s 2nd-qtr earnings, subscriber count need to soar with stock flying high.

Fidelity National to provide banking services, technology to Sterling Savings Bank

FIS signs deal with Sterling Savings Bank
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Fidelity National Information Services will provide its banking services and technology to Sterling Savings Bank, the company said Monday.

Also known as FIS, the company said it was the eighth new agreement for its integrated banking services system. Financial terms were not disclosed.
Sterling Savings Bank, based in …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Fidelity National to provide banking services, technology to Sterling Savings Bank.

Coca-Cola faces flak for using porn to attract children on Facebook

LONDON – One of the world’s largest soft drink manufacturers Coca-Cola is being slammed for using porn to attract attention of children in an internet campaign.

Coca-Cola was forced to withdraw an Internet campaign after parents accused the …. Original article  : Coca-Cola faces flak for using porn to attract children on Facebook.

Nokia Siemens Networks to buy Motorola’s wireless network operations for $1.2B

Nokia Siemens to buy Motorola wireless gear unit
NEW YORK – The long-planned breakup of Motorola Inc., one of the founders of the U.S. electronics industry, came a step closer Monday with a deal to sell most of its wireless networks division.
The deal to sell the division for $1.2 billion to Nokia … Read more >>.

FIFA confirms that its lawmaking panel will not look at goal-line technology until October

FIFA confirms October agenda for goal-line tech

LONDON – The use of goal-line video technology remains on FIFA’s agenda for October after soccer’s governing body confirmed that its rule-making panel will not discuss the issue at its meeting this week.
The International Football Association Board meets in Cardiff, Wales, on Wednesday but FIFA says “the only point …. Original article  : FIFA confirms that its lawmaking panel will not look at goal-line technology until October.

Nokia Siemens Networks to acquire majority of Motorola’s network operations for $1.2 billion

Nokia Siemens buys Motorola networks
HELSINKI – Nokia Siemens Networks will acquire the majority of Motorola’s wireless operations for $1.2 billion in a major thrust to gain a stronger foothold worldwide, the company said Monday.
The Finland-based company said the deal is “expected to significantly strengthen Nokia Siemens Networks’ presence globally, particularly in the …. Read the original article  : Nokia Siemens Networks to acquire majority of Motorola’s network operations for $1.2 billion.

Half of Oz parents say social networking distracting kids from studies

NEW DELHI – A latest cyber study has found that more than half of Australian parents with children using online social networking services like Facebook and Twitter said the services are distracting them from their studies.

According to the latest Cyber-safety Research Report commissioned by Telstra Australian …. Original article  : Half of Oz parents say social networking distracting kids from studies.

World stock markets rise modestly as Apple’s 2Q earnings power gains in technology shares

World stocks rise as Apple result aids tech sector
SEOUL, South Korea – World stock markets mostly posted mild gains Wednesday after better-than-expected earnings from Apple boosted technology stocks.
Oil prices, meanwhile, traded below $78 a barrel after a report showed U.S. crude supplies fell less than expected last week, suggesting demand for fuel is …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : World stock markets rise modestly as Apple’s 2Q earnings power gains in technology shares.

1975 Ford Bronco Traded For Porsche?

GLENDORA (GaeaTimes.com)- In what can only be called a dream trade off, a teenager from California has landed a 2000 Porsche Boxster after starting off with an old cellphone given by a friend. 17 year old Steven Ortiz has become a hero on the web after news came out about his incredible feat. After … Original article on : 1975 Ford Bronco Traded For Porsche?.

Asian stock markets modestly as Apple’s quarterly earnings power gains in technology shares

Asia stocks rise as Apple result lifts tech sector
SEOUL, South Korea – Asian stock markets mostly posted mild gains Wednesday after better-than-expected earnings from technology bellwether Apple and a rise on Wall Street.
Oil prices, meanwhile, traded below $78 a barrel after a report showed U.S. crude supplies fell less than expected last …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Asian stock markets modestly as Apple’s quarterly earnings power gains in technology shares.

On the Call: Apple COO Tim Cook speaks to iPad adoption pattern and ongoing shortages

On the Call: Apple COO Tim Cook
Apple Inc. is selling out of its iPad tablet computer and its latest smart phone, the iPhone 4, as fast as it can make the new gadgets, defying ongoing doubts about the economic recovery.
The company said it sold 3.3 million iPads in the gadget’s first quarter on … Original article on : On the Call: Apple COO Tim Cook speaks to iPad adoption pattern and ongoing shortages.

Summary Box: iPhone, iPad sales push Apple’s fiscal 3rd-quarter net income up 78 percent

Summary Box: Apple 3Q net income up 78 percent
THE RESULTS: Apple’s net income rose 78 percent to $3.25 billion, or $3.51 per share, from $1.8 billion, or $2.01 per share a year ago. Revenue for the April-to-June period rose 61 percent from last year to $15.7 billion.
THE DETAILS: Apple sold 8.4 million iPhones, … Original article on : Summary Box: iPhone, iPad sales push Apple’s fiscal 3rd-quarter net income up 78 percent.

Yahoo turnaround effort wavers in 2Q as meager revenue growth eclipses 51 pct earnings gain

Yahoo’s lackluster 2Q revenue growth sinks stock
SAN FRANCISCO – Yahoo Inc.’s turnaround effort wavered in the second quarter as the Internet company’s paltry revenue growth overshadowed a surge in net income.
The results released Tuesday could cause some investors to doubt the strategy of Yahoo’s no-nonsense CEO, Carol Bartz, who was hired 18 months … Original article on : Yahoo turnaround effort wavers in 2Q as meager revenue growth eclipses 51 pct earnings gain.

Summary Box: Wireless broadband network set to launch next year

Summary Box: Wireless broadband network to launch

WHAT’S HAPPENING: A private-equity firm, Harbinger Capital Partners, is setting up a nationwide wireless broadband network. It will start next year in Las Vegas, Phoenix, Denver and Baltimore.
WHAT IT MEANS FOR CONSUMERS: If the new network, known as LightSquared, gets over some regulatory and financial hurdles, it could provide … Original source on Gaea Times at : Summary Box: Wireless broadband network set to launch next year.

Facebook fighting NY man’s lawsuit claims part ownership of social networking site

NY man’s Facebook ownership claim lands in court
BUFFALO, N.Y. – Facebook will try to get a New York man’s claim for majority ownership of the website thrown out of court, attorneys for the social networking site said Tuesday.
A complaint by Paul Ceglia of Wellsville claims that a 7-year-old contract he signed with … Read : Facebook fighting NY man’s lawsuit claims part ownership of social networking site.

Yahoo turnaround effort wavers in 2Q as revenue growth disappoints amid big earnings increase

Yahoo 2Q earnings climb 51 pct, but revenue modest
SAN FRANCISCO – Yahoo Inc.’s turnaround effort wavered in the second quarter as the Internet company’s lackluster revenue growth overshadowed a surge in net income.
The results released Tuesday could cause some investors to doubt the strategy of Yahoo’s no-nonsense CEO, Carol Bartz, who was hired …. Source article  : Yahoo turnaround effort wavers in 2Q as revenue growth disappoints amid big earnings increase.

Apple fiscal 3rd-quarter net income jumps 78 percent, boosted by iPad, iPhone 4 launches

Apple fiscal 3Q net income jumps 78 percent
SEATTLE – Apple Inc. blew past expectations with its latest quarterly report on Tuesday, selling almost as many of its new iPad tablets as it sold Mac computers.
Apple also gave higher revenue guidance than Wall Street was expecting, something the company rarely does. Investors sent shares … Original article on : Apple fiscal 3rd-quarter net income jumps 78 percent, boosted by iPad, iPhone 4 launches.

Yahoo turnaround effort gathers steam in 2Q as online ad rebound lifts earnings, revenue

Yahoo 2Q earnings climb 51 pct, revenue up 2 pct
SAN FRANCISCO – Yahoo Inc.’s turnaround effort picked up a little more steam in the second quarter, but revenue grew at a slower rate than analysts hoped.
The stock fell nearly 5 percent after the release of results Tuesday.
The results still marked Yahoo’s best performance …. Read the original article  : here.

SAP gets OK from European regulators for $5.8 billion Sybase acquisition

SAP gets European OK for Sybase takeover
NEW YORK – German business software maker SAP AG said Tuesday that European regulators have approved its $5.8 billion takeover of U.S. database software maker Sybase Inc.

SAP said clearance from the European Commission was the final regulatory hurdle.
The company has extended the deadline on its tender offer of $65 … Original source on Gaea Times at : SAP gets OK from European regulators for $5.8 billion Sybase acquisition.

China-based pork producer AgFeed agrees to buy US hog producer M2P2 for $16 million

China-based AgFeed to buy US hog producer M2P2

DES MOINES, Iowa – China-based pork and animal feed manufacturer AgFeed Industries Inc. said Tuesday it will buy U.S. hog producer M2P2 LLC for $16 million in cash and stock in a move to further modernize its farming methods and nearly triple its hog production by 2015.
With sow … Original source on Gaea Times at : China-based pork producer AgFeed agrees to buy US hog producer M2P2 for $16 million.

Green Dot and other IPOs expected this week could extend winning streak from Friday

This week’s IPOs could create hot streak
NEW YORK – The IPOs of debit card provider Green Dot, Chinese software services supplier Camelot Information Systems and clean technology company Ameresco, expected this week, could extend Friday’s strong performance into a hot streak.

Shares of RealD and Qlik Technologies both soared more than 20 percent in their market …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Green Dot and other IPOs expected this week could extend winning streak from Friday.

Stocks head lower as weak revenues from Johnson & Johnson, IBM disappoint

Stocks slump as revenues from IBM, J&J disappoint
NEW YORK – Stocks retreated Tuesday after IBM and Johnson & Johnson reported revenue that was lower than expected and that raised questions about the strength of the economic recovery.
The Dow Jones industrial average fell almost 80 points in midday trading, recovering some of …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Stocks head lower as weak revenues from Johnson & Johnson, IBM disappoint.

New wireless broadband network to launch next year, competing with Verizon and AT&T

New wireless broadband network to launch next year

NEW YORK – U.S. consumers and businesses are going to get more options in wireless service starting next year, with the launch of a new wireless broadband network that will provide competition to the incumbent phone companies.
Private-equity firm Harbinger Capital Partners on Tuesday revealed details of the launch … Original article on : New wireless broadband network to launch next year, competing with Verizon and AT&T.

Stocks head lower in early trade as revenues from Goldman Sachs and IBM disappoint

Stocks slump on weak revenues from Goldman, IBM
NEW YORK – Stocks are falling after revenues from Goldman Sachs and IBM came in lower than investors expected.
The miss from the leading investment bank early Tuesday was the latest sign of weakness in revenues in this corporate earnings season. Late Monday, IBM reported … Read : Stocks head lower in early trade as revenues from Goldman Sachs and IBM disappoint.

Lee Enterprises posts 3Q profit, reversing losses as ad market improves and costs fall

Lee Enterprises posts 3Q profit as ad drop eases

DAVENPORT, Iowa – Lee Enterprises, publisher of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch and other newspapers, reported a fiscal third-quarter profit Tuesday, thanks to falling expenses and a smaller drop in revenue.
Lee is still suffering through one of the worst advertising slumps the newspaper business has ever seen. Online … Read : Lee Enterprises posts 3Q profit, reversing losses as ad market improves and costs fall.

China’s 3G users hit 25.2 million by end of June: MIIT

NEW DELHI – China’s third-generation (3G) mobile phone service subscribers numbered 25.2 million at the end of June, up 40 percent from the first quarter.

Xinhua quoted Zhang Feng, a senior official with the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT), as saying on Tuesday that direct investment … Read : China’s 3G users hit 25.2 million by end of June: MIIT.

Stocks headed for lower open after weaker revenues from Goldman, IBM disappoint

Stocks headed lower as Goldman, IBM revenues slip
NEW YORK – Stocks are headed for a lower opening after revenues from Goldman Sachs and IBM came in lower than investors expected.
The miss from the leading investment bank early Tuesday was the latest sign of weakness in revenues in this corporate earnings season. Late … Read more »»».

More than 100,000 fans, many in costume, swarm San Diego for 41st annual Comic-Con

Fans swarm San Diego as Comic-Con gets under way

SAN DIEGO – Movie buffs, comic-book collectors, sci-fi fans and nerds and geeks of all stripes have taken over San Diego for Comic-Con, the city’s annual pop culture convention.
Now in its 41st year, Comic-Con draws more than 120,000 fans to the San Diego Convention Center for a …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : More than 100,000 fans, many in costume, swarm San Diego for 41st annual Comic-Con.

Foxconn says it is seeking to charge foreign clients more to cover China wage increases

Foxconn to hike prices to cover China pay increase
TAIPEI, Taiwan – Foxconn Technology Group, which makes iPhones and other gadgets for global technology companies, plans to charge them more to partly cover wage increases at its mammoth manufacturing compound in southern China.
The extent of price hikes will differ according to products, … Read more : Foxconn says it is seeking to charge foreign clients more to cover China wage increases.

Expert Says that Hacking Smartphone is Easy

Los Angeles Times recently reports that security expert?? DePetrillo and Don Bailey discovered a seven digit code that can unfold all of the secrets of your smart phone. The report further says that using simple technique the expert can use your cell phone number to determine where you live and work, where you travel … Original article on : Expert Says that Hacking Smartphone is Easy.

How to fix: jre/lib/i386/xawt/libmawt.so: libXtst.so.6: cannot open shared object file – Java Error on Linux

I observed this error while trying to run a Java Awt based application. The typical error message in such situation is:

… jre/lib/i386/xawt/libmawt.so: libXtst.so.6: cannot open shared object file: No such file or directory
You will most likely find, as I did, that libXtst.so.6 exists in your system and is in proper path but still libmawt.so is …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Hynix Semiconductor turns second-quarter net profit amid record sales

Hynix turns 2Q net profit amid record sales
SEOUL, South Korea – Hynix Semiconductor turned a net profit in the second quarter after a loss the year before as sales rose to a record and prices for its mainstay computer memory chips increased.
Hynix, the world’s second-largest manufacturer of computer memory chips, earned …. Original article  : Hynix Semiconductor turns second-quarter net profit amid record sales.

Larsson’s Millennium trilogy hits the million mark on e-books, ‘Dragon Tattoo’ No. 1 on Kindle

E-sales big for Stieg Larsson’s Millennium trilogy
NEW YORK – It’s electronic milestone time for Stieg Larsson’s Millennium trilogy.
The late Swedish author’s blockbuster thrillers have sold more than 1 million copies in the e-book editions, publisher Alfred A. Knopf said Wednesday, making him at least the second author to join the e-million …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Larsson’s Millennium trilogy hits the million mark on e-books, ‘Dragon Tattoo’ No. 1 on Kindle.

Agilent Technologies appoints Hirsch chief financial officer

Agilent Technologies appoints new CFO
SANTA CLARA, Calif. – Agilent Technologies Inc. said Wednesday that it has appointed Didier Hirsch as its senior vice president and chief financial officer.

Hirsch, 59, has worked for Agilent since its inception in 1999 and has served as acting chief financial officer and vice president since April.
Shares of the scientific instrument …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Amazon to post 2nd-quarter results; investors looking for info on Kindle sales

Earnings Preview: Amazon to report 2Q results
SAN FRANCISCO – Online retailer Amazon.com Inc. is scheduled to report its second-quarter results after the market closes on Thursday.
WHAT TO WATCH FOR: Investors will be on the lookout for data on sales of the Kindle electronic reader, although Amazon likely will not disclose specifics.
During the quarter, …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Amazon to post 2nd-quarter results; investors looking for info on Kindle sales.

Earnings roundup: CA Technologies net rises with acquisition boost, Arbitron net rises

Earnings roundup: CA Technologies, Arbitron

Among the earnings stories for Wednesday, July 21, from AP Financial News:
- Business management software company CA Technologies, formerly known as CA Inc., said its first-quarter net income rose 11 percent thanks to better execution and new revenue from acquisitions.
- Media and marketing research firm Arbitron Inc. said its second-quarter net …. Original source  : Earnings roundup: CA Technologies net rises with acquisition boost, Arbitron net rises.

Baidu 2nd-quarter net income more than doubles as ad customer base grows

Baidu more than doubles 2Q profit
NEW YORK – Baidu Inc., which operates China’s biggest Internet search engine, said Wednesday that its second-quarter profit more than doubled as its advertising customer base grew and profit margins improved.

The company earned 837.4 million yuan ($123.5 million), or 2.40 yuan (35 cents) per American Depositary share, up from 383.3 …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Baidu 2nd-quarter net income more than doubles as ad customer base grows.

Federal Trade Commission extends talks with Intel to settle antitrust case by 2 weeks

FTC extends antitrust settlement talks with Intel

WASHINGTON – Federal regulators will take at least two more weeks to work out details of a proposed agreement with Intel Corp. to settle charges that the giant chipmaker violated antitrust laws.
The Federal Trade Commission said late Wednesday that it needs more time to consider and negotiate the proposed …. Source article  : Federal Trade Commission extends talks with Intel to settle antitrust case by 2 weeks.

Soccer expands experiment with extra assistant referees into Champions League

Extra officials expanded to Champions League

LONDON – The group that determines soccer rules has expanded the experimental use of two extra assistant referees into this season’s European Champions League, a move made following a series of mistakes during the World Cup.
Use of officials behind the goals was tested in last season’s Europa League, and the …. Source article  : Soccer expands experiment with extra assistant referees into Champions League.

Roberto Mancini says Manchester City may be interested in acquiring Landon Donovan

Mancini says Man City may be interested in Donovan

HARRISON, N.J. – Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini may be interested in acquiring Landon Donovan from Major League Soccer and the Los Angeles Galaxy.
The 28-year-old midfielder had a successful 10-week loan to Everton last season and was the top American player at the World Cup with three … Read : Roberto Mancini says Manchester City may be interested in acquiring Landon Donovan.

CA Technologies reports 1st-quarter earnings that beat analysts’ expectations

CA Technologies’ 1Q results top Wall Street view

ISLANDIA, N.Y. – Business management software company CA Technologies, formerly known as CA Inc., said Wednesday that its first-quarter net income rose 11 percent thanks to better execution and new revenue from acquisitions.
Net income in the three months ended June 30 rose to $217 million, or 42 cents … Read more >>.

EBay profit rises in 2nd quarter, helped by PayPal, marketplace growth

EBay 2Q profit rise 26 pct on PayPal, marketplace
SAN FRANCISCO – EBay Inc. reported healthy second-quarter earnings Wednesday as more people transferred money through its PayPal payment service and shopped on its main website.
The online auction site operator also gave lower-than-expected guidance for the current quarter, predicting that a strengthening dollar … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : EBay profit rises in 2nd quarter, helped by PayPal, marketplace growth.

Qualcomm 3Q profit rises 4 percent but revenue slips; beats analyst expectations

Qualcomm 3Q profit rises 4 percent, revenue down

SAN DIEGO – Qualcomm Inc. said Wednesday that its fiscal third-quarter profit rose 4 percent and revenues fell less than analysts expected, allaying concerns among investors that the developer of wireless chips and technologies was failing to capitalize on consumers’ appetites for smart phones.
The company also raised its … Read more >>.

Microsoft’s fiscal 4th-quarter results may show corporate spending on technology is back

Earnings Preview: Microsoft’s fiscal 4Q results
SEATTLE – Microsoft Corp. is scheduled to report fiscal fourth-quarter earnings after the market closes Thursday.
WHAT TO WATCH FOR: Confirmation that businesses are replacing servers and employee computers at a decent clip, after a major slowdown during the worst of the recession.
Intel Corp. recently reported its best quarter …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Microsoft’s fiscal 4th-quarter results may show corporate spending on technology is back.

New iPad app makes it possible to flip through magazine assembled from social media outlets

New iPad app mines Web links for ’social magazine’
SAN FRANCISCO – Apple Inc.’s iPad has hatched a new breed of magazines, one filled with a constantly changing mix of articles, photos and videos picked out by your friends, family and other people within your online social circle.
This new twist on digital … Original source on Gaea Times at : New iPad app makes it possible to flip through magazine assembled from social media outlets.

Verizon to report 2Q results; investors to look for new Verizon Wireless contract customers

Earnings Preview: Verizon to report 2Q results
NEW YORK – Verizon Communications Inc., the nation’s largest wireless carrier and second-largest telecommunications company, reports its second-quarter results before the stock market opens on Friday.
WHAT TO WATCH FOR: How successful Verizon Wireless was in recruiting new contract-signing customers, the unit’s bread and butter.
In the …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Verizon to report 2Q results; investors to look for new Verizon Wireless contract customers.

Summary Box: Review finds Fluenz language software trumps Rosetta Stone

Summary Box: Review finds Fluenz software better

THE SOFTWARE: Fluenz and Rosetta Stone Totale.
DIFFERENCES IN APPROACHES: Rosetta Stone believes in fully immersing the student in the language, without using any English to explain phrases. Fluenz believes adults learn best when they can relate the grammar and syntax of a foreign language to the structure of the … Read more : Summary Box: Review finds Fluenz language software trumps Rosetta Stone.

Official: Japanese firms may join Taiwan in developing WiMax broadband technologies

Taiwan, Japan to develop broadband technologies

TAIPEI, Taiwan – Three big Japanese corporations may join Taiwan in developing cutting-edge broadband technologies that will allow them to jointly tap China’s vast telecommunications market, an official said Friday.
Fujitsu Ltd., NEC Corp. and Mitsubishi Corp. have expressed an interest in the offer to develop WiMax technologies together with Taiwanese … Read : Official: Japanese firms may join Taiwan in developing WiMax broadband technologies.

Hyderabad Auto Show 2010 In Progress

HYDERABAD, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com)- The Hyderabad Auto Show 2010 which is a 4 day event starting from July 22 in Hyderabad is now in progress in Hyderabad International Convention Centre. K Rosiah the CM of Andhra Pradesh inaugurated the show yesterday. As expected the leading Indian and global carmakers like General Motors, Ford, Fiat, Tata … Read more »».

US states investigate Google for Wi-Fi snooping scandal

WASHINGTON – A group of 38 attorneys general of different states of the United States led by Connecticut Attorney General Richard Blumenthal have asked Google for detailed information about its Wi-Fi spying serivices, including what it gathered with its street view cars as it cruised around the world, how the software was tested and who …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

US Job Market Still Very Depressing

According to US Federal Reserve Chairman Ben S Bernanke, although, the stimulative monetary and fiscal policies helps to grow the economy moderately, the job market still remains very bleak. He further said that the slow job market in turn is impacting weak housing market. Bernanke also welcomed the recent financial regulation in USA that …. Original source  : US Job Market Still Very Depressing.

For Scots, Facebook is more important than sex

LONDON – Scots can say no to sex for a year, but they can’t really turn their back on Facebook, that’s what a poll has revealed.

Almost fifty percent of Scots would give up sex for a year to become a millionaire, but only a third would quit Facebook, revealed a poll by website InterCasino.

Some 33 … Read more »».

Sweden’s Ericsson more than doubles net profit in Q2, cost-cutting program completed

Ericsson more than doubles profit in Q2
STOCKHOLM – Swedish wireless equipment maker LM Ericsson AB said Friday its net profit more than doubled in the second quarter, mainly because of a dramatic cut in costs as its savings plan ended.

Net profit for the three-month period reached 1.9 billion kronor ($258 million), up from 831 million … Read : Sweden’s Ericsson more than doubles net profit in Q2, cost-cutting program completed.

Facebook firm on not commenting on automated removal of Palin Post

New York, July 23 (ANI): Social network site Facebook continues to refuse to comment on why its automated systems deleted a controversial July 20 post sent by former Alaska Governor and 2008 Republican vice-presidential candidate Sarah Palin.

According to CBS, Palin’s post expressed her opposition to plans to build a mosque near the World Trade …. Read the original article  : here.

Indian software services firm Wipro quarterly profit up 31 percent to $284 million on demand

Wipro profit up 31 pct to $284M on strong demand
MUMBAI, India – Indian software services firm Wipro Ltd. said quarterly profit jumped 31 percent to 13.19 billion rupees ($284 million), beating expectations, as India’s No. 3 outsourcer ramped up staffing to meet strong global demand.
Revenue for the April-June quarter rose 16 percent over …. Original article  : Indian software services firm Wipro quarterly profit up 31 percent to $284 million on demand.

Dell Inc. paying $100M to settle SEC accounting fraud charges; CEO Michael Dell paying $4M

Dell Inc. paying $100 million in SEC deal
WASHINGTON – Computer maker Dell Inc. is paying $100 million to settle civil charges that it fraudulently used payments from Intel to pump up its profits to meet Wall Street targets over five years, the government announced Thursday.
Under the settlement with the Securities and Exchange Commission, …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Dell Inc. paying $100M to settle SEC accounting fraud charges; CEO Michael Dell paying $4M.

Summary Box: Nokia says second-quarter profit falls 40 percent as overall market share drops

Summary Box: Nokia 2Q earnings drop on flat sales
DOWN ARROW: Nokia Corp. posts 40 percent drop in second-quarter net profit as the world’s largest mobile phone maker lost market share and sales remained flat.
BOTTOM LINE: Earnings fell to euro227 million ($290 million) from euro380 million in the same period last year. Revenue grew …. Original article  : Summary Box: Nokia says second-quarter profit falls 40 percent as overall market share drops.

Dell paying $100M to settle SEC accounting fraud charges; CEO Michael Dell paying $4 million

Dell paying $100 million in SEC deal
WASHINGTON – Computer maker Dell Inc. is paying $100 million to settle civil charges that it used fraudulent accounting to meet Wall Street earnings targets, the government announced Thursday.
Under the settlement with the Securities and Exchange Commission, company Chairman and CEO Michael Dell also agreed to pay …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Dell paying $100M to settle SEC accounting fraud charges; CEO Michael Dell paying $4 million.

Amazon 2nd-quarter profit up, helped by electronics sales, but stock falls on Wall Street miss

Amazon 2Q profit jumps 45 pct; misses Wall Street
SAN FRANCISCO – Amazon.com Inc. said Thursday that its second-quarter net income jumped, bolstered by shoppers who spent more with the online retailer even as consumer confidence fell overall.
But the Seattle-based company’s earnings fell below analyst expectations, and its stock dove in after-hours trading.
For … Original source on Gaea Times at : Amazon 2nd-quarter profit up, helped by electronics sales, but stock falls on Wall Street miss.

Microsoft 4th-quarter net income surges 48 percent, boosted by business spending on software

Microsoft 4Q net income surges 48 percent
SEATTLE – Microsoft Corp. said Thursday that its net income surged in the most recent quarter, the latest sign that businesses are again spending on technology.
Strong sales of Windows, particularly to Microsoft’s corporate customers, and of Office 2010 helped boost results in the fiscal fourth quarter. Microsoft … Read more »».

Once-blocked Internet porn sites now accessible in China, without government explanation

Some Internet porn sites in China now accessible
BEIJING – Word leaked out slowly, spread by Web-savvy folks on Twitter: Internet porn that once was blocked by Chinese government censors was now openly available.
“Are they no longer cracking down on pornographic websites? A lot of porn sites and forums are accessible,” technology blogger William … Read more »»».

Government investigators say genetic tests mislead consumers with bogus results

GAO investigators say DNA tests give bogus results

WASHINGTON – A government investigator told members of Congress on Thursday that personalized DNA tests claiming to predict certain inheritable diseases are misleading and offer little or no useful information.
An undercover investigation by the Government Accountability Office found that four genetic testing companies delivered contradictory predictions based on …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Government investigators say genetic tests mislead consumers with bogus results.

Obama apologizes to ousted Agriculture official, says he hopes she will take new position

Obama apologizes to ousted Agriculture official

WASHINGTON – President Barack Obama on Thursday apologized to former federal official Shirley Sherrod over her ouster in the midst of a racially tinged firestorm that ensnared the White House, Agriculture Department, NAACP and a blogger.
White House spokesman Robert Gibbs said the president expressed his regret, and told Sherrod he … Read more >>>.

Orbital Sciences 2nd-quarter net income drops 27 percent, hurt by acquisition and rising costs

Orbital 2Q net income down 27 pct on rising costs

DULLES, Va. – Orbital Sciences Corp., which makes satellites, rockets and other space technology, said Thursday that its second-quarter net income plunged 27 percent, weighed down in part by costs associated with an acquisition.
Shares fell 71 cents, or 4.6 percent, to $14.91 in afternoon trading. The … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Orbital Sciences 2nd-quarter net income drops 27 percent, hurt by acquisition and rising costs.

On the Call: AT&T CFO Lindner talks about new data plans encouraging tradeups

On the Call: AT&T CFO talks about new data plans
NEW YORK – In June, AT&T Inc. stopped letting new customers sign up for its $30 per month unlimited Internet data plan for smart phones and iPads, breaking with industry practices. Instead, new customers have to sign up for either a $15 or $25 …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Obama calls ousted Ag official; voices regret over her ‘misfortune’ because of racial furor

Obama voices regret to ousted Agriculture official

WASHINGTON – President Barack Obama on Thursday apologized to former federal official Shirley Sherrod over her ouster in the midst of a racially tinged firestorm that ensnared the White House, Agriculture Department, NAACP and a blogger.
White House spokesman Robert Gibbs said the president expressed his regret, and told Sherrod …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Consumer electronic group says sales to reach $174.9 billion this year, exceeding expectations

Consumer electronics to reach $174.9B in 2010
ARLINGTON, Va. – Rapid sales of new gadgets such as Apple’s iPad and Amazon.com’s Kindle have prompted an industry trade group to raise its projections for sales to retailers to $174.9 billion.
The Consumer Electronics Association said Thursday that revenue for electronics manufacturers is projected to grow 3 … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Consumer electronic group says sales to reach $174.9 billion this year, exceeding expectations.

Popular White iPhone Delayed Until Late 2010

According to the latest report issued by Apple on Friday,?? the launch of white iphone will be delayed till the end of 2010. It’s unclear whether the delay is simply due to the huge demand, but Apple surely would have admitted that if that were the case. Some have also suggested that …. Source article  : Popular White iPhone Delayed Until Late 2010.

India Revealed $30 Laptop for Students

India unveiled $30 (Rs 1500 approx) laptop on Tuesday which was designed mainly for students. Human Resource Development Minister Kapil Sibal said that the price will come down further if more companies start manufacturing the device. The laptop is going to be available to students in 2011. The ministry expects that the prices will … Original article on : India Revealed $30 Laptop for Students.

Moody’s upgrades BMC Software to “Baa2??? from “Baa3???

Moody’s upgrades BMC Software to “Baa2″
NEW YORK – Moody’s Investors Service upgraded business software maker BMC Software Inc. on Friday, citing the company’s stability even during slow business periods.

The upgrade reflects BMC’s “strong operating and financial performance throughout the recent downturn” as well as its success in growing and improving the profitability of its non-mainframe … Original article on : Moody’s upgrades BMC Software to “Baa2″ from “Baa3″.

Phone group sues San Francisco over first-of-its-kind law requiring cell phone radiation info

Phone group sues San Francisco over radiation law

NEW YORK – The wireless industry sued the city of San Francisco on Friday to stop a law that requires cell phone stores to post how much radio energy each model emits.
It’s the first law of that kind in the nation. The industry trade group known as CTIA … Original article on : Phone group sues San Francisco over first-of-its-kind law requiring cell phone radiation info.

Riverbed Technology shares advance after 2nd-quarter results beats analyst expectations

Riverbed shares rise after 2Q results beat Street

SAN FRANCISCO – Shares of Riverbed Technology Inc. rose Friday after the computer networking products maker issued second-quarter results above analysts estimates.
THE SPARK: Late Thursday, Riverbed reported adjusted quarterly income of 25 cents per share. Analysts polled by Thomson Reuters expected income of $22 cents per share.
Revenue jumped … Original source on Gaea Times at : Riverbed Technology shares advance after 2nd-quarter results beats analyst expectations.

Business events and economic reports scheduled for the coming week

Business events scheduled for the coming week
MONDAY, July 26
WASHINGTON – Commerce Department releases new home sales for June, 10 a.m.
GREENSBORO, N.C. – Lorillard Inc. releases quarterly financial results.
ATHENS, Greece – Officials from the IMF, EU and European Central Bank are due in Athens to begin a fiscal inspection required before Greece receives its second rescue-loan …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Business events and economic reports scheduled for the coming week.

Wal-Mart to use smart tags on clothing to track inventory, but move raises privacy worries

Wal-Mart to roll out smart tags on men’s basics

NEW YORK – Wal-Mart Stores Inc. is putting electronic identification tags on men’s clothing like jeans starting Aug. 1 as the world’s largest retailer tries to gain more control of its inventory. But the move is raising eyebrows among privacy experts.
The individual garments, which also includes underwear …. Read the original article  : Wal-Mart to use smart tags on clothing to track inventory, but move raises privacy worries.

FCC now Puts Broadband at 4Mbps in USA

As per the report of FCC on Tuesday, 24 million people do not have access to Broadband in USA. The commission further disclosed at its sixth annual report that between 14 and 24 million people in the country lack access to high-speed Internet, and immediate prospects for them to access the service is …. Original article  : FCC now Puts Broadband at 4Mbps in USA.

Raytheon presents new technology at Farnborough Airshow after winning US Air Force contract

Raytheon unveils Scorpion helmet technology

FARNBOROUGH, England – As the desert landscape unfolds ahead, the jet fighter pilot glances to his right. Spotting an enemy target, a sensor attached to his helmet relays the information straight back to his flight controls, allowing him to fire immediately without turning his aircraft.
U.S. defense company Raytheon Inc. is giving …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Raytheon presents new technology at Farnborough Airshow after winning US Air Force contract.

AT&T completes sale of Wayport Holdings but will still run Wi-Fi at McDonald’s and hotels

AT&T sells Wayport; will still run Wi-Fi business

DALLAS – AT&T Inc. has completed the sale of a company that provides Wi-Fi hotspots in hotels and McDonald’s restaurants.
Wayport Holdings A/S, the European subsidiary of Wayport Inc., was sold to a subsidiary to the Swiss telecommunications company Swisscom AG.
AT&T bought the company in 2008 for $275 million …. Original article  : AT&T completes sale of Wayport Holdings but will still run Wi-Fi at McDonald’s and hotels.

Top 10 Free Cloud Infrastructure Software

KOLKATA, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com) — Cloud computing is at its best in 2010. It has emerged as the next level of computation. Cloud computing has set trends all over the world. The Mammoths in the industry are all providing clouds for services today. According to Gartner senior analyst Ben Pring, “It’s become the phrase du jour.” … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Top 10 Free Cloud Infrastructure Software.

Twitter CEO celebrates, thanks Japan for dramatic growth for miniblog service

Twitter CEO celebrates dramatic growth in Japan

TOKYO – Twitter Chief Executive Evan Williams celebrated the dramatic growth of the microblogging service he co-founded at a dinner event Friday with 500 Japanese fans and promised to learn from them.
“We’ve come a long way in two years especially in Japan,” he told a cheering crowd at a …. Source  : Twitter CEO celebrates, thanks Japan for dramatic growth for miniblog service.

Verizon posts loss on 11,000-employee buyout costs, revenue misses Wall Street expectations

Verizon posts 2Q loss on costs of employee buyout
NEW YORK – Verizon Communications Inc. on Friday said it lost $198 million in the second quarter due to a buyout for 11,000 workers.
Excluding the severance costs and other items, earnings beat Wall Street expectations while revenue was slightly lower than …. Source  : Verizon posts loss on 11,000-employee buyout costs, revenue misses Wall Street expectations.

While FIFA stalls on technology, Premier League embraces it to improve player analysis

Premier League using technology for player ratings

LONDON – While FIFA talks of introducing technology to soccer, England’s Premier League has signed its first official technology partner in a move they hope helps further popularize the sport in the United States.
Cameras will be installed at every Premier League stadium to provide material for analysis by video … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : While FIFA stalls on technology, Premier League embraces it to improve player analysis.

YouTube, Vevo launch live concert series ‘Unstage,’ kicking off with Arcade Fire

Arcade Fire, John Legend to stream concerts live
NEW YORK – Within hours of most any concert, shaky and distorted footage of the show can be found online from front row or the balcony.
But online concert video has been steadily building toward live streaming, digital quality video and accompanying social media [..] Read the original article: here.

Western Digital shares fall on concerns about weaker 1Q demand for hard disk drives

Western Digital shares fall on weaker 1Q outlook

PHILADELPHIA – Shares of Western Digital Corp. fell Thursday after the hard disk drive maker warned that its fiscal first-quarter results will not meet expectations, a sign of slowing demand.
THE SPARK: While its fourth-quarter profit rose 35 percent on revenue gains, Western Digital warned that first-quarter revenue will … Read : Western Digital shares fall on concerns about weaker 1Q demand for hard disk drives.

Swimming with the dolphins helps Salesforce.com CEO make a splash in software industry

CEO Interview: Salesforce.com’s eclectic leader
SAN FRANCISCO – Whether he’s swimming with dolphins in the Pacific Ocean or drawing inspiration from rappers, Marc Benioff has broken the CEO mold while running Salesforce.com Inc. for the past decade.
Some of his antics seem calculated to make a point about the importance of daring to …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Swimming with the dolphins helps Salesforce.com CEO make a splash in software industry.

Innovative programming vital for quality information dissemination: Soni

NEW DELHI – The Union Minister for Information and Broadcasting, Ambika Soni, on Thursday said that her ministry has redrawn its key policy parameters to ‘put people first’ and reach out to them effectively through innovative tools and processes.

Citing the example of digitalization of Doordarshan and AIR network, … Read more »»».

Xerox’s net income leaps 62 pct on ACS acquisition, company raises guidance and shares pop

Xerox earns soar following ACS buyout, shares pop
SAN FRANCISCO – Xerox Corp.’s net income jumped 62 percent in the second quarter as the company reaped the benefits of its $6 billion acquisition of outsourcer Affiliated Computer Services and notched strong printer sales.
Shares leapt 6 percent after the company raised its 2010 guidance.
The numbers, … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Xerox’s net income leaps 62 pct on ACS acquisition, company raises guidance and shares pop.

Qualcomm shares jump after 3rd-quarter results beat expectations

Qualcomm stock up after strong 3Q earnings report

NEW YORK – Shares of Qualcomm Inc. advanced Thursday after the wireless technology bellwether posted fiscal third-quarter earnings and revenue above Wall Street’s expectations.
THE SPARK: Qualcomm had disappointed investors in the first two quarters of its fiscal year as declining mobile phone prices ate into royalty payments the … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Qualcomm shares jump after 3rd-quarter results beat expectations.

Internet security expert uses fictitious character to show risks of social networking

WASHINGTON – Internet security specialist Thomas Ryan, who invented the character of “Robin Sage,” has demonstrated some of the risks of social networking and will attend the ‘Black Hat Technical Security Conference’ in Las Vegas this month to share his findings in a presentation titled “Getting in Bed with Robin Sage.”

Ryan hopes his experiment …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

After Twitter, YouTube, British royals expand online presence with Flickr photo-share account

British royals expand online presence with Flickr
LONDON – These aren’t your average family snapshots.
Queen Elizabeth II is joining other proud parents starting Monday in showing off and sharing her photo albums – and those of the House of Windsor – on the online Flickr photo site.
The launch of the British Monarchy Flickr account … Original source on Gaea Times at : After Twitter, YouTube, British royals expand online presence with Flickr photo-share account.

Ten Ways for Software Developers to Interact with the Security Team

The?? IT consultancy firm Denim Group who develops security software and helps organizations to assess and lower the security risk, provides guidance to software development teams in terms of better collaboration with the security teams. Software Development teams are always in a rush to meet the deadline of a project. Although, functionality … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Ten Ways for Software Developers to Interact with the Security Team.

2011 Ford Explorer Unveiled

DEARBORN (GaeaTimes.com)- American automaker Ford Motors co. has managed to create a stir after revealing the brand new re-designed version of the Ford Explorer on Monday. With the new 2011 Ford Explorer, the car company expects to herald a new era of more fuel-efficient, streamlined sports utility vehicles. The new version of the SUV … Read more >>.

Calcutta Telephones Launch 625 Plan

KOLKATA, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com)- BSNL, the largest telecom service provider in the country, has launched a new plan for its customers in the city of Kolkata in West Bengal. The Calcutta Telephones service of BSNL aims at providing broadband internet connectivity at very low rates to the Kolkata residents. The step has been taken keeping …. Original article  : Calcutta Telephones Launch 625 Plan.

The Decline of Euro can Actually Boost European Economy

According to many economists,?? 16-country currency is heading for a significant decline because of Europe’s government debt crisis. Some even predict that euro is going to sink to such a level, ie. ???1 equals $1, 18 percent slide from the current value. This is going to lower European’s purchasing power for imports. But if … Read : The Decline of Euro can Actually Boost European Economy.

Medical device problems hurt more than 70,000 kids annually; contact lenses top cause in study

Medical device problems hurt 70,000+ kids annually

CHICAGO – More than 70,000 children and teens go to the emergency room each year for injuries and complications from medical devices, and contact lenses are the leading culprit, the first detailed national estimate suggests.
About one-fourth of the problems were things like infections and eye abrasions in contact lens …. Original article  : Medical device problems hurt more than 70,000 kids annually; contact lenses top cause in study.

Leaked documents show unreported Afghan deaths, covert ops, fears about insurgency

Leaks provide ground-level account of Afghan war

WASHINGTON – Some 90,000 leaked U.S. military records posted online Sunday amount to a blow-by-blow account of six years of the Afghanistan war, including unreported incidents of Afghan civilian killings as well as covert operations against Taliban figures.
The online whistle-blower WikiLeaks posted the documents on its website Sunday. The … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Leaked documents show unreported Afghan deaths, covert ops, fears about insurgency.

Papers: Leaked documents show unreported Afghan deaths, fears about insurgency

Papers: Leaks show unreported Afghan deaths

WASHINGTON – Some 90,000 leaked U.S. military records amount to an blow-by-blow account of six years of the Afghanistan war, including unreported incidents of Afghan civilian killings as well as covert operations against Taliban figures, two newspapers and a magazine with access to the documents reported Sunday.
The online whistle-blower organization …. Source article  : Papers: Leaked documents show unreported Afghan deaths, fears about insurgency.

Device problems hurt more than 70,000 kids each year; contact lenses top cause in ER study

Contact lenses top cause of device problem in kids

CHICAGO – More than 70,000 children and teens go to the emergency room each year for injuries and complications from medical devices and contact lenses are the leading culprit, the first detailed national estimate suggests.
About one-fourth of the problems were things like infections and eye abrasions in …. Read the original article  : Device problems hurt more than 70,000 kids each year; contact lenses top cause in ER study.

FCC, public safety officials at odds over plan for national wireless first responder network

FCC, public safety at odds over broadband plan
WASHINGTON – Two years ago, the Federal Communications Commission stumbled as it tried to create a nationwide wireless broadband network for police officers, firefighters and emergency medical workers, delaying the construction of what everyone agrees is an urgently needed system.
Now the agency is hoping to rework …. Read the original article  : here.

Summary Box: FCC, public safety spar over plan for first responder broadband network

Summary Box: FCC, public safety spar over spectrum

THE FCC PLAN: The Federal Communications Commission wants to auction off a prime piece of wireless spectrum called the D Block to the wireless industry.
THE PUBLIC SAFETY PLAN: Many public safety leaders want the government to give them the D Block so that they can combine it with …. Read the original article  : here.

Years after promise of broadband by 2010, some Vermonters ask, ‘Where is it?’

Vt. broadband Internet access: Where is it?
EAST MONTPELIER, Vt. – Marlene and Mike McCarty, real estate brokers who do much of their work at home less than four miles from the Vermont Statehouse, say they spend hundreds of dollars and hours each month on things they wouldn’t have to if they …. Read the original article  : Years after promise of broadband by 2010, some Vermonters ask, ‘Where is it?’.

IP Addresses will be Exhausted in Less than a Year

IP addresses are assigned to those devices like computers, phones, cars, wireless sensors, etc that is connected with the Internet. But, according to the Internet analysts, we will run out of IP addresses in less than a year. As per ReadWriteWeb, Internet is evolving on daily basis. New devices are hooked to the net …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : IP Addresses will be Exhausted in Less than a Year.

US states investigate Google for Wi-Fi snooping scandal

WASHINGTON – A group of 38 attorneys general of different states of the United States led by Connecticut Attorney General Richard Blumenthal have asked Google for detailed information about its Wi-Fi spying serivices, including what it gathered with its street view cars as it cruised around the world, how the software was tested and who … Original article on : US states investigate Google for Wi-Fi snooping scandal.

Air Force staff creating ear, nose and eye prosthetics for wounded soldiers, veterans

New program rebuilding faces of soldiers, veterans

SAN ANTONIO – Master Sgt. Todd Nelson lost his right eye and ear in a flash when a car bomb in Afghanistan exploded, sending fire up his arm and over his head.
Although it’s taken years of painstaking work, the military has given him a bright blue eye and ear [..] Read the original article: here.

There’s a “sickness and darkness” in liberal media, says Sarah Palin

WASHINGTON – Sarah Palin has taken to her Facebook page to complain about the media’s ‘heart of darkness’ concerning a conspiracy theory about her son Trig.

Palin’s complaint is linked to the release by the Daily Caller of emails exchanged between JournoList members, the vast majority of whom are openly liberal writers and commentators, discussing …. Source  : There’s a “sickness and darkness” in liberal media, says Sarah Palin.

Canon’s second quarterly profit quadruples on global demand for cameras, office equipment

Canon’s quarterly profit jumps on global recovery

TOKYO – Japanese electronics maker Canon’s fiscal second quarter profit more than quadrupled from the previous year on strong demand for office equipment and digital cameras.
Canon Inc. reported Tuesday April-June net profit jumped to 67.64 billion yen ($777.4 million) from 15.61 billion yen a year earlier as quarterly sales …. Read the original article  : here.

The Domination of BlackBerry may End Soon in Smartphone Market

R.I.M., the maker of popular BlackBerry phone, had a strong base?? in sales to American companies. But that has been cracked open.But, the future of R.I.M is not good. According to Apple, 80% of the Fortune 500 companies are testing iPhone. Additionally, Google Android phone is also gaining momentum through the … Read more »»».

Software maker SAP’s 2nd-quarter profit up 15 percent on growth in US, emerging markets

SAP’s 2nd-quarter profit up 15 percent
BERLIN – Business software maker SAP AG said Tuesday that growth in the United States and emerging markets helped it to a 15 percent increase in second-quarter net earnings.
SAP earned ???491 million ($636 million) in the April-June period, up from ???426 million in the same period a year …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Yahoo Japan to use Google’s search engine, advertising technology

Yahoo Japan to use Google search engine technology
TOKYO – Yahoo Japan Corp. says it will use Google’s technology to run its search engine and advertisement delivery system.
Yahoo Japan, the country’s dominant Internet portal, said Tuesday it will license the back-end technology to run its search page but will still compete with Google in … Read more : Yahoo Japan to use Google’s search engine, advertising technology.

Facebook containing sacrilegious material still accessible in Pakistan

KARACHI – Pakistan’s inter-ministerial committee is analysing all possible measures to block new links to the social networking site Facebook, which contains sacrilegious material. Information Technology Ministry sources pointed that pages carrying ‘blasphemous content’ are still accessible in the country.

Sources said the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) discovered the pages a few days ago and later …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Facebook containing sacrilegious material still accessible in Pakistan.

House marks ADA anniversary with bill to improve Internet access for the disabled

House acts to improve Internet access for disabled

WASHINGTON – The House on Monday celebrated the 20th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act by approving legislation assuring that the disabled have full access to the Internet and television.
“The ADA mandated physical ramps into buildings,” said Rep. Edward Markey, D-Mass., sponsor of the bill. “Today, individuals …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : House marks ADA anniversary with bill to improve Internet access for the disabled.

White House decries ‘alarming’ leak of military documents, says they won’t alter Afghan policy

Leaks create fresh doubt about Afghan war, secrets
WASHINGTON – The monumental leak of classified Afghan war documents threatened Monday to create deeper doubts about the war at home, cause new friction with Pakistan over allegations about its spy agency and raise questions around the world about Washington’s own ability to protect military secrets.
The … Read this article on Gaea Times at : White House decries ‘alarming’ leak of military documents, says they won’t alter Afghan policy.

Earnings Preview: Sprint tantalizingly close to stabilizing subscriber numbers

Earnings Preview: Sprint to report 2Q results,0351

NEW YORK – Sprint Nextel Corp., the third-largest wireless carrier in the U.S., reports its second-quarter results before the stock market opens Wednesday.
WHAT TO WATCH FOR: Sprint is something of the “sick man” of wireless, and hasn’t posted a profit since the middle of 2007. It hasn’t posted a … Read more >>.

Gilliam to direct webcast of Arcade Fire concert at NYC’s Madison Square Garden on YouTube

Gilliam to direct YouTube webcast of Arcade Fire

NEW YORK – Terry Gilliam will direct the live webcast of Arcade Fire’s concert at New York City’s Madison Square Garden.
The Arcade Fire show kicks off “Unstaged,” a new online concert series being launched by American Express and streamed on YouTube. The Montreal-based band will live stream their … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Gilliam to direct webcast of Arcade Fire concert at NYC’s Madison Square Garden on YouTube.

FMC Technologies net income falls 9 percent as offshore oil drilling unit’s revenue drops

FMC Technologies net income down 9 pct
HOUSTON – Oil and gas equipment company FMC Technologies Inc. said Monday that its second-quarter net income dropped 9 percent on lower revenue from its offshore oil drilling unit.

FMC Technologies, Inc. had net income of $96.2 million, or 78 cents per share, down from $106 million, or 84 cents …. Source article  : FMC Technologies net income falls 9 percent as offshore oil drilling unit’s revenue drops.

China Security & Surveillance Technology’s 2Q net income more than doubles on gov’t projects

China Security 2Q net income more than doubles

SEATTLE – China Security & Surveillance Technology Inc., which makes electronic surveillance products and software, said Monday its second-quarter net income more than doubled as government spending on its services continued.
Investors sent shares soaring 86 cents, or 16.2 percent, to close at $6.18.
For April through June, the Shenzhen, … Read more : China Security & Surveillance Technology’s 2Q net income more than doubles on gov’t projects.

Summary Box: New Gov’t copyright rules would allow iPhone owners to download 3rd-party apps

Summary Box: Gov’t allows unapproved iPhone apps
THE NEW IPHONE RULE: Owners of the iPhone will be able to legally unlock their devices so they can run software applications that haven’t been approved by Apple Inc. – a practice known as “jailbreaking.”
COPYRIGHT RULE EXCEPTIONS: The decision to allow jailbreaking is one of a handful … Read more : Summary Box: New Gov’t copyright rules would allow iPhone owners to download 3rd-party apps.

Siemens provides additional product design software to Chrysler Group for undisclosed amount

Siemens provides additional technology to Chrysler

PLANO, Texas – Siemens AG’s automation software division said Monday it has agreed to provide technology for product design and development to Chrysler Group LLC.
Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.
Siemens PLM Software unit said Chrysler has been using another of its programs, Teamcenter, since 2008. Now the U.S. …. Original article  : Siemens provides additional product design software to Chrysler Group for undisclosed amount.

Sohu says 2nd-quarter net income rises 10 percent on higher advertising, games revenue

Online games lift Sohu’s 2Q net income by 10 pct
SEATTLE – Chinese Web portal Sohu.com Inc. said Monday its second-quarter net income rose 10 percent as online advertising and games revenue jumped.
In a statement, CEO Charles Zhang said the company was emphasizing advertising in online video and programs that play the content on … Read more >>.

Google gears up for government sales push on apps after winning prized security clearance

Google eyes more government deals for online apps
MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. – Google Inc. is gearing up to sell its e-mail and other Web-hosted applications to a wider range of government agencies after winning a prized security clearance.
The sales push announced Monday marks Google’s latest attempt to siphon customers away from rival Microsoft Corp., …. Original source  : Google gears up for government sales push on apps after winning prized security clearance.

Citigroup says its iPhone banking app stored account information but no data breach occurred

Citigroup says iPhone banking app stored data
SEATTLE – Citigroup Inc. said Monday that its iPhone banking program has been saving customer account information in hidden files on users’ smart phones and computers.
“We have no reason to believe that our customers’ personal information has been accessed or used inappropriately by anyone,” said spokeswoman Natalie …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Citigroup says its iPhone banking app stored account information but no data breach occurred.

Google gains security clearance to sell Web-based applications to more government agencies

Google apps get US government security approval
MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. – E-mail and other Web-based office programs from Google have won the U.S. government’s seal of approval.
The certification announced Monday means that Google Inc.’s online applications such as word processing and spreadsheets meet the federal government’s security requirements for storing most data. It’s the … Read more »».

AT&T upgraded by Deutsche Bank, analyst says worries about a Verizon iPhone already priced in

AT&T shares upgraded at Deutsche Bank
SEATTLE – The price of AT&T Inc. shares already takes into account the possibility that the wireless carrier will face competition for iPhone customers, a Deutsche Bank analyst said Monday.
THE OPINION: Analyst Brett Feldman wrote in a client note that he expects strong growth in AT&T’s wireless subscriptions …. Source  : AT&T upgraded by Deutsche Bank, analyst says worries about a Verizon iPhone already priced in.

WikiLeaks: We don’t know who gave us thousands of pages of classified US Afghan intelligence

WikiLeaks: We don’t know source of leaked data

LONDON – WikiLeaks’ chief claims his organization doesn’t know who sent it some 91,000 secret U.S. military documents, telling journalists that the website is set up to hide the source of its data from those who receive it.
Editor-in-chief Julian Assange says the added layer of secrecy helps protect …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

“Oracle octopus” Paul, a symbol of decandent West: Ahmadinejad

TEHRAN – Iranian president Mahmoud Ahmadinejad has said Paul the “oracle octopus” is a symbol of all that is wrong with the Western world.

Shifting temporarily away from his favourite targets-Israel and America –, he described the eight-legged World Cup football forecaster as a symbol of decadence and decay among his enemies.

Ahmadinejad mentioned Paul during a …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

PayPal hoping to break into Japan payment market, without powerful presence of eBay auctions

PayPal making belated foray in Japan, without eBay
TOKYO – PayPal, the online payment unit of Internet commerce firm eBay Inc., is planning to break into the Japanese market – the first time it has entered a region without eBay’s powerful auction business.
Acquired by eBay in 2002, PayPal in most markets relies on its …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : PayPal hoping to break into Japan payment market, without powerful presence of eBay auctions.

LG Electronics’ second-quarter net profit slumps amid weakness in phones

LG Electronics’ 2Q net profit falls 33 percent
SEOUL, South Korea – LG Electronics, a top global manufacturer of flat screen televisions and mobile handsets, said second-quarter net profit fell by a third amid a decline in sales and weaker profitability for phones.
LG Electronics, the world’s third-biggest maker of flat screen TVs, earned … Original source on Gaea Times at : LG Electronics’ second-quarter net profit slumps amid weakness in phones.

Panasonic introduces 3-D camcorders for consumers to create own 3-D footage

Panasonic introduces 3-D camcorder for consumers
TOKYO – The problem of what to watch on a 3-D TV will be yours to solve with Panasonic’s camcorder for families to film birthdays, baby’s first walk and weddings, all in 3-D.
Numerous global electronics companies are racing 3-D televisions into the shops, hoping a revival of …. Read the original article  : here.

Broadcom reports jump in 2nd-quarter profit as demand for chips improves

Broadcom reports jump in 2Q profit on chip demand

IRVINE, Calif. – Chip maker Broadcom Corp. booked a jump in second-quarter earnings Tuesday, helped by improving demand for semiconductors that help power smart phones and other wireless products.
The company reported net income of $278.3 million, or 52 cents per share, up from $13.4 million, or 3 …. Read the original article  : Broadcom reports jump in 2nd-quarter profit as demand for chips improves.

Websense 2nd-quarter net income slips 6 percent, revenue guidance lower than Street expected

Websense 2Q net income slips 6 percent
SAN DIEGO – Websense Inc. on Tuesday said its second-quarter net income dipped 6 percent and the Internet filtering and security software maker issued revenue guidance lower than Wall Street was expecting, citing concerns about foreign exchange rates and the overall economy.

Investors sent the company’s shares sinking in after-hours … Read more »».

National Instruments posts sharply higher 2nd-qtr profit on 39 percent jump in revenue

National Instruments’ 2Q profit surges on revenue

AUSTIN, Texas – Scientific and engineering software maker National Instruments Corp. said Tuesday its second-quarter profit soared as revenue increased 39 percent from a year ago.
Management said it expects to deliver record annual revenue and profit in 2010.
The company said net income rose to $24.6 million, or 31 cents …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Summary Box: Yahoo Japan to use Google’s search engine and not Yahoo’s

Summary Box: Yahoo Japan to use Google search
THE REPLACEMENT: Yahoo Japan Corp. will use Google technology rather than Yahoo Inc.’s to run its search engine and search ad delivery system.
NO GO IN U.S.: Yahoo Inc., which is a minority owner of Yahoo Japan, had proposed a partnership with Google Inc., but that fell … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Summary Box: Yahoo Japan to use Google’s search engine and not Yahoo’s.

Yahoo Japan to use Google’s search engine and not Yahoo’s, deal may raise antitrust concerns

Yahoo Japan to use Google search tech, not Yahoo’s
TOKYO – Yahoo Japan Corp. will use Google technology to run its search engine and search ad delivery system, after a similar deal in the U.S. was derailed by regulators concerned about a monopoly.
The decision announced Tuesday by Yahoo Japan, which runs separately from its …. Read the original article  : Yahoo Japan to use Google’s search engine and not Yahoo’s, deal may raise antitrust concerns.

Search engine Ask gets back to Q-and-A roots, but this time users ask each other, not Jeeves

Ask.com wants users to ask each other, not Jeeves
SAN FRANCISCO – You won’t be able to ask Jeeves, the butler that made the search engine now known as Ask.com famous in the late ’90s. But in a bid to engage more users, Ask is returning to its question-and-answer roots by tapping its users …. Original source  : Search engine Ask gets back to Q-and-A roots, but this time users ask each other, not Jeeves.

Compuware in partnership with unit of India’s Nelco to help manage software applications

Compuware teams with Nelco unit on software

DETROIT – Business software and services provider Compuware Corp. said Tuesday it will partner with a subsidiary of India’s Nelco Ltd. to help manage the software applications of that company’s customers.
Compuware did not disclose financial details of the agreement with Nelco’s Tatanet Services unit. Tatanet will offer the services, …. Read the original article  : Compuware in partnership with unit of India’s Nelco to help manage software applications.

Questionable Content Webcomic Facts and Details

New York (GaeaTimes.com) – Questionable Content or QC is a webcomic written and drawn by Jeph Jacques. The comic first appeared on August 1, 2003. It has completed the 1700th strip on July 2, 2010.

The comic tells us about the life of Marten Reed who is an indie rock fan; Faye Whitaker is his roommate …. Original article  : Questionable Content Webcomic Facts and Details.

Savvis shares jump after revenue tops estimates; full-year forecast gives confidence boost

Savvis shares jump after revenue tops estimates

NEW YORK – Savvis Inc. shares jumped Tuesday after the company’s second-quarter sales topped forecasts.
THE SPARK: The company, which provides information technology services, reported second-quarter revenue after the market close Monday of $221.8 million, up about 1 percent over the same quarter a year ago.
Analysts surveyed by Thomson Reuters [..] Read the original article: here.

Apple updates desktops with faster chips, adds new option of iPhone-like control pad

Apple Macs get second iPhone-like controller
CUPERTINO, Calif. – Apple Inc. unveiled the latest update to its line of desktop computers Tuesday, promising faster speeds and offering the option of multi-touch controls similar to those used on the iPhone.
Apple said its new line of iMac desktops, with new processors from Intel Corp. and new …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Apple Releases $69 Magic Trackpad

The new $69 Magic Trackpad is the first Multi-Touch trackpad designed to work with your Mac desktop computer. The company also released battery charger for wireless devices like Magic Trackpad, Apple Keyboard and Magic Mouse. The Magic Trackpad is a bigger version of MacBook Pro touchpad with 80% more surface area.

You can use it … Read : Apple Releases $69 Magic Trackpad.

Vodafone Essar hopes its solar-powered mobile phone gets energy-starved rural Indians talking

Vodafone brings solar power mobile phone to India

MUMBAI, India – Vodafone Essar Ltd. has unveiled a solar-powered mobile handset in India to better serve the nation’s energy-starved rural masses.
India has been adding nearly 20 million mobile subscribers each month, many of them in rural areas, where electricity supply can be patchy at best.
A third of …. Read the original article  : Vodafone Essar hopes its solar-powered mobile phone gets energy-starved rural Indians talking.

Apple updates desktops with faster chips, adds option of iPhone-like control pad

Apple updates desktops with faster chips
CUPERTINO, Calif. – Apple Inc. unveiled the latest update to its line of desktop computers Tuesday, promising faster speeds and offering the option of multi-touch controls similar to those used on the iPhone.
Apple said its new line of iMac desktops, with new processors from Intel Corp. and new …. Original source  : Apple updates desktops with faster chips, adds option of iPhone-like control pad.

Leaked Afghan war documents could damage US interests, endanger lives of cooperative locals

US braces for blowback over Afghan war disclosures

WASHINGTON – Operatives inside Afghanistan and Pakistan who have worked for the U.S. against the Taliban or al-Qaida may be at risk following the disclosure of thousands of once-secret U.S. military documents, former and current officials said.
As the Obama administration scrambles to repair any political damage to the …. Source article  : Leaked Afghan war documents could damage US interests, endanger lives of cooperative locals.

Govt. favours cyber monitoring to track terror network

NEW DELHI – The Government on Tuesday informed as per vailable inputs, it looks that terrorists are using several means for communication inter-alia, including use of internet and e-mail.

Minister of State for Home Affairs Ajay Maken in a written reply to a question in Lok Sabha stated: “The Department of Information Technology (DIT) …. Read the original article  : here.

Internet Technology Gets A Boost

Las Vegas (GaeaTimes.com)- The web users who have got tired of cyber threats and malicious hackers trying to steal their private data online can now heave a sigh of relief. The Internet or the World Wide Web as it is called has been upgraded to foil the attempt of the hackers who resort …. Original source  : Internet Technology Gets A Boost.

Toshiba returns to the black in April-June quarter on brisk global demand for memory chips

Toshiba returns to the black in April-June quarter
TOKYO – Toshiba Corp. returned to the black last quarter thanks to a recovery in global demand for flash memory chips used in smartphones and digital cameras.
The Japanese conglomerate – whose vast business ranges from household appliances to nuclear power systems – said Thursday its net …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Toshiba returns to the black in April-June quarter on brisk global demand for memory chips.

Quarterly profit for Taiwan chipmaker TSMC climbs 65 percent on strong wafer demand

Taiwan chipmaker TSMC says profit up 65 percent

TAIPEI, Taiwan – Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co., the world’s largest contract chipmaker, said its second quarter profit jumped 65 percent year-on-year amid strong worldwide demand for electronic goods.
Net profit for the April-June period was a record 40.3 billion New Taiwan dollars ($1.3 billion) on consolidated revenue of NT$105 … Read more : Quarterly profit for Taiwan chipmaker TSMC climbs 65 percent on strong wafer demand.

France Telecom reports first half increase in net profit on one-off gain

France Telecom first half net profit up 45 pct

PARIS – France Telecom SA said Thursday that first half net profit rose 45 percent due to a one-off gain, although revenue and margins were eroded by regulatory costs and competition in the home market in France.
Net profit in the six months to the end of June …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : France Telecom reports first half increase in net profit on one-off gain.

Panasonic plans to buy out subsidiaries Sanyo, Panasonic Electric under $9.4B green initiative

Panasonic buying out Sanyo, Panasonic Electric
TOKYO – Panasonic is planning to take 100 percent ownership of its subsidiaries Sanyo Electric and Panasonic Electric Works in a move costing up to $9.4 billion to strengthen green businesses such as electric cars and solar panels.
Panasonic Corp., Japan’s biggest consumer electronics maker, said in a statement … Read more : Panasonic plans to buy out subsidiaries Sanyo, Panasonic Electric under $9.4B green initiative.

BSkyB Q4 net profit up nearly fourfold, announces deal to carry HBO programs

BSkyB Q4 net profit up nearly fourfold
LONDON – British Sky Broadcasting’s profit nearly quadrupled in its fourth quarter, the satellite broadcaster said Thursday as it announced an exclusive deal to carry new Home Box Office programming in the U.K.

BSkyB reported a profit of 336 million pounds ($525 million) in the three months ending June 30, [..] Read the original article: here.

PlayStation and TVs drive Sony back to black in April-June quarter

Playstation, TVs boost Sony to $294 million profit
TOKYO – Sony bounced back to profit last quarter and raised its full-year earnings forecast, fueled by stronger demand for its PlayStation 3 gaming consoles, personal computers and televisions.
The Tokyo-based electronics and entertainment giant said Thursday it booked a net profit of 25.7 billion yen … Original source on Gaea Times at : PlayStation and TVs drive Sony back to black in April-June quarter.

WikiLeaks case prompts calls from some intelligence veterans for tighter access to US secrets

WikiLeaks fallout: Tighter access to US secrets?

WASHINGTON – Call it the big information chill, looming across the military and intelligence communities. After the massive Afghan war data spill by WikiLeaks, some veteran intelligence officers and experts are calling for a tightening of access to information and more monitoring in the spy community’s lower levels.
They’re blaming …. Source article  : WikiLeaks case prompts calls from some intelligence veterans for tighter access to US secrets.

Japan iPhone carrier Softbank says business soared in April-June but profits fell due to taxes

Softbank profits fall in April-June on heavy taxes
TOKYO – Softbank Corp., which runs the only Japanese mobile carrier to offer the iPhone and iPad, said Thursday that its businesses prospered during the April-June quarter, but net profit fell 29 percent as it booked large tax expenses.
The Tokyo-based Internet and communications conglomerate said it …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Japan iPhone carrier Softbank says business soared in April-June but profits fell due to taxes.

Indian outsourcer HCL Technologies quarterly profit up 6.9 percent to $74M on strong demand

Indian outsourcer HCL quarterly profit up 6.9 pct
MUMBAI, India – Indian outsourcer HCL Technologies Ltd. said quarterly profit grew 6.9 percent in dollar terms, beating expectations on strong global demand for software services despite weaker European currencies and rising staff costs.
A war for talent among India’s outsourcers is pinching margins as companies offer … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Indian outsourcer HCL Technologies quarterly profit up 6.9 percent to $74M on strong demand.

Report: Administration seeks easing of FBI access to records on Internet activity

Report: Easing of FBI Internet access sought

WASHINGTON – The Obama administration reportedly wants to make it easier for the FBI to obtain records on individual Internet activities without first obtaining a court order when it involves terrorism or intelligence investigations.
The Washington Post reported on its website Wednesday night that the administration wants to add to …. Source article  : Report: Administration seeks easing of FBI access to records on Internet activity.

Summary Box: Amazon CEO hopes new Kindles, including a model costing $139, stoke sales

Summary Box: Amazon hopes new Kindles stoke sales
KINDLE GETS UPDATED: Amazon will start selling a smaller, lighter version of its Kindle electronic reader that can download books wirelessly over 3G cellular networks and over Wi-Fi for $189. A Wi-Fi-only version will cost $139.
PRICE COMPARISONS: The $139 Kindle will be $10 cheaper than Barnes … Read more >>.

Amazon CEO hopes new Kindles, including a model costing $139, stoke desire for its e-readers

Amazon CEO hopes new Kindles stoke sales
SEATTLE – Jeff Bezos isn’t just confident you’ll want a Kindle e-book reader. The CEO of Amazon.com is bracing for a future in which you’ll also want ones for your kid heading to college, your spouse in a book club and perhaps even Grandpa.
And despite increased competition …. Original article  : Amazon CEO hopes new Kindles, including a model costing $139, stoke desire for its e-readers.

Amazon CEO hopes new Kindles, including a version costing $139, stoke desire for e-reader

Amazon hopes new Kindles stoke sales
SEATTLE – Amazon.com hopes to entice consumers with a new smaller, lighter version of its Kindle e-reader, which can wirelessly download e-books over 3G cellular networks, and a cheaper Wi-Fi-only version.

Amazon says that it will start shipping the latest Kindle to customers on Aug. 27. It is 21 percent smaller … Read more »».

Akamai names digital advertising veteran and board member Kenny next president

Akamai picks digital ad veteran as next president

CAMBRIDGE, Mass. – Akamai Technologies Inc., which makes Web traffic management technology, said Wednesday that David W. Kenny will take the job as company president starting Sept. 7.
Currently, CEO Paul Sagan is also Akamai’s president.
Kenny, 48, has been member of Akamai’s board since 2007.
He was most recently managing … Original article on : Akamai names digital advertising veteran and board member Kenny next president.

Symantec posts higher fiscal 1st-qtr income but sees ‘continued cautiousness’ in IT spending

Symantec fiscal 1Q net income more than doubles

MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. – Symantec Corp. said Wednesday that its fiscal first-quarter net income more than doubled, but revenue missed Wall Street’s expectations in part because corporate customers were still cautious about spending on technology.
Symantec also projected fiscal second-quarter results below analyst estimates, and investors sent shares of …. Source  : Symantec posts higher fiscal 1st-qtr income but sees ‘continued cautiousness’ in IT spending.

Cracking the vault: ATMs spill their guts in new computer attacks

Bunker-busting ATM attacks show security holes

LAS VEGAS – A hacker has discovered a way to force ATMs to disgorge their cash by hijacking the computers inside them.
The attacks demonstrated Wednesday targeted standalone ATMs. But they could potentially be used against the ATMs operated by mainstream banks.
Criminals have long known that ATMs aren’t tamperproof.
There are many …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Cracking the vault: ATMs spill their guts in new computer attacks.

Intelligence community smarting from Afghan war-documents leak considers shutting up again

A return to silence in a post-WikiLeaks world?

WASHINGTON – Dismayed by the massive war-documents leak, intelligence experts are raising alarms that post-Sept. 11 changes promoting information sharing have made it too easy to lose control of the nation’s secrets.
Some intelligence veterans say it’s time to rethink how widely classified material is shared at lower levels … Read more »».

Summary Box: Hulu Plus takes TV on the go with the iPhone, iPad, but check your data use

Summary Box: Hulu Plus is TV for the iPhone, iPad
NEW YORK – HULU PLUS: Hulu, the website with shows from ABC, Fox and NBC, is now available as an app for iPhones, iPod Touches, iPads and Samsung Internet-connected TVs. High-definition shows look great even on big TVs, and the iPhone version works over …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Summary Box: Hulu Plus takes TV on the go with the iPhone, iPad, but check your data use.

Review: Hulu Plus takes TV from small screen to even smaller screens _ the future of viewing?

Review: Hulu Plus takes television to your pocket
NEW YORK – Hulu, the popular website with TV shows, now comes as a subscription-based application for iPhones and iPads. Although it isn’t perfect, it works well enough that it may make you wonder if the TV’s reign as the center of family life is coming … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Review: Hulu Plus takes TV from small screen to even smaller screens _ the future of viewing?.

YUPPTV Offers Televesion on Smartphones

NEW DELHI, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com) — Indian iPhone, iPad or iPod Touch users can now enjoy watching Live TV and Video On Demand (VOD) services. YuppTV, a popular live tv organization is providing this service.
Global Takeoff Inc. has launched the Yupp TV application, which enables Apple device users in India to watch live TV video … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : YUPPTV Offers Televesion on Smartphones.

Fears of FBI snooping on e-mail and Web use plunge Obama administration into privacy dispute

FBI access to e-mail and Web records raises fears

WASHINGTON – Invasion of privacy in the Internet age. Expanding the reach of law enforcement to snoop on e-mail traffic or on Web surfing. Those are among the criticisms being aimed at the FBI as it tries to update a key surveillance law.
With its proposed amendment, is …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Fears of FBI snooping on e-mail and Web use plunge Obama administration into privacy dispute.

Australian govt adds 300,000 homes, businesses to coverage area of proposed broadband network

Australia govt expands proposed broadband network

PERTH, Australia – Australia’s government expanded its ambitious plan to bring broadband to much of the vast country, adding 300,000 homes and businesses to the coverage area Friday in hopes of winning votes in next month’s federal election.
The opposition has already pledged to ax the expensive, high-speed fiber optic network, … Read : Australian govt adds 300,000 homes, businesses to coverage area of proposed broadband network.

Hackers probe the edges of secure Internet traffic to craft attacks

Attacking the edges of secure Internet traffic
LAS VEGAS – Researchers have uncovered new ways that criminals can spy on Internet users even if they’re using secure connections to banks, online retailers or other sensitive Web sites.
The attacks demonstrated at the Black Hat conference here show how determined hackers can sniff around the edges …. Read the original article  : here.

Samsung Electronics says 2nd-quarter net profit surges 83 percent to record high

Samsung says 2Q net profit surges 83 percent
SEOUL, South Korea – Samsung’s quarterly profit surged to a record high as sales of semiconductors, flat panels and TVs climbed, but the electronics giant warned that intensifying competition in areas like mobile phones could dent earnings in coming quarters.
The world’s largest maker of computer memory …. Read the original article  : here.

Google backs off report of Internet search being cut off in China, blames system error

Google changes tune, search still working in China
SAN FRANCISCO – Google Inc. triggered a false alarm Thursday by posting a notice that its search engine and several other services had been cut off from mainland China – a key market where the company has been locked in a …. Source  : Google backs off report of Internet search being cut off in China, blames system error.

Epicor says loss narrowed in 2nd quarter, adjusted profit meets analyst expectations

Epicor 2Q loss narrows
IRVINE, Calif. – Business software maker Epicor Software Corp. said Thursday that its second-quarter loss narrowed as revenue climbed.

For the April-June quarter, Epicor’s loss totaled $1 million, or 2 cents per share, compared with a loss of $6.7 million, or 11 cents per share, in the year-ago quarter.
When excluding one-time items, Epicor … Read more »».

Google: Searches in China completely blocked, raising more questions about future in country

Google says search cut off from mainland China
SAN FRANCISCO – Google Inc. said Thursday that its search engine and other services were abruptly cut off from mainland China, raising more questions about the Internet company’s ability to operate in the country while trying to work around the government’s online censorship policies.
It’s … Read more >>.

Microsoft CEO promises iPad will have Windows-based competitors, but they’re not ready yet

Ballmer: Tablet coming ‘as soon as we can’
REDMOND, Wash. – Microsoft will compete with Apple’s iPad, but it isn’t saying when.
Microsoft Corp. CEO Steve Ballmer says the company is working with Intel Corp. and computer makers to perfect tablet touch-screen computers.
Analysts attending an annual meeting at Microsoft headquarters on Thursday got few concrete …. Original source  : Microsoft CEO promises iPad will have Windows-based competitors, but they’re not ready yet.

Google says people in mainland China have been cut off from its Internet search engine

Google: Search engine blocked in mainland China
MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. – Google says people in mainland China are being blocked from using its Internet search engine.
The company posted a Thursday notice about the new barrier without any other details. A Google spokesman in the U.S. says he is still trying to gather … Read : Google says people in mainland China have been cut off from its Internet search engine.

Justice Department suing Oracle for fraud over software contracts

US suing Oracle over software contracts
NEW YORK – The U.S. Justice Department says it is suing Oracle for fraud over software contracts worth hundreds of millions of dollars.
The agency says Oracle Corp. failed to offer government customers the same discounts on its software that it offered commerical customers, as it was required …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Summary Box: With FaceTime video chat, the adult industry sees potential for iPhone 4-play

Summary Box: Adult industry sees iPorn potential
THE PHONE: The iPhone 4’s FaceTime feature lets people call another iPhone 4 user and have live video conversations using the front-facing cameras.
THE RESPONSE: Adult-entertainment companies are developing video-sex chat services and starting to hire workers through Craigslist.
THE IRONY: The phone maker, Apple Inc., has taken pains …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Exxon Mobil, Colgate-Palmolive, Motorola among big market movers Thursday

Exxon Mobil, Colgate-Palmolive among big movers
NEW YORK – Stocks that moved substantially or traded heavily Thursday on the New York Stock Exchange and Nasdaq Stock Market:
NYSE
Ameriprise Financial Inc., up $4.70 at $42.98
The investment manager’s purchase of a Bank of America asset management unit helped drive net income higher in its second quarter.
Exxon Mobil …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

YouTube boosts video upload limit to 15 minutes from 10

YouTube boosts upload limit to 15 minutes
NEW YORK – In case 10 minutes isn’t enough to show off your guitar solo skills or Lady Gaga impersonation, YouTube has raised the limit it places on video uploads to 15 minutes.
The video website, owned by Google Inc., said in a blog post Thursday that the … Read more >>>.

Republican with tea party ties announces plans for 2011 run for Kentucky governor

Republican with tea party ties to run for Ky. gov.

FRANKFORT, Ky. – A Louisville businessman with tea party ties has announced he will run for governor in Kentucky.
Phil Moffett, president of the information technology firm CCS Partners, is the first of a potentially crowded field of Republicans to enter the 2011 race.
Running as a political …. Source  : Republican with tea party ties announces plans for 2011 run for Kentucky governor.

Video game group spent $1.1 million lobbying in 2nd quarter

Video game group spent $1.1M lobbying in 2Q
WASHINGTON – The Entertainment Software Association, a trade group for video game companies, spent $1.1 million during the second quarter to lobby on the regulation of video game content, First Amendment protection, parental control technology and other issues, according to a recent disclosure report.
This is down … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Video game group spent $1.1 million lobbying in 2nd quarter.

Motorola second-quarter profit rises sharply, revenue stabilizes as smartphone focus pays off

Motorola 2Q earnings climb, revenue stabilizes
NEW YORK – Motorola Inc. on Thursday reported a sharply higher profit for the second quarter and stabilized its long revenue decline as its strategy of focusing on smart phones like the Droid bore fruit.
Co-CEO Greg Brown said he expects the company to post a revenue increase for …. Original article  : Motorola second-quarter profit rises sharply, revenue stabilizes as smartphone focus pays off.

RIM Blackberry 800 Soon to Pose a Challenge to iPhone

RIM’s stock shot up because of the speculation that the company is going to announce the launch of new touchscreen slider Blackberry 800 at a joint event with AT&T Inc in New York next Tuesday. The stock price of RIM dropped one third in the last year because iPhone and Google’s new Android device …. Read the original article  : RIM Blackberry 800 Soon to Pose a Challenge to iPhone.

With FaceTime video chat, the adult industry sees potential for iPhone 4-play

Adult industry sees iPorn potential in new phone
NEW YORK – It’s a maxim of technology: Invent the newest gadget and the porn industry will find a way to cash in.
So when Apple Inc. launched the iPhone 4 and its FaceTime videoconference feature, it didn’t take long for adult-entertainment companies to develop …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : With FaceTime video chat, the adult industry sees potential for iPhone 4-play.

The scoop on authorized celeb books: fewer sales, the Internet is faster

The scoop on unauthorized celeb books: fewer sales

NEW YORK – Put Angelina Jolie’s face on a magazine cover and sales will surely rise. Get her to write a memoir and it would be worth millions. But write a book about her, without her cooperation, and you’re taking a chance.
Coming a week after the release of … Read : The scoop on authorized celeb books: fewer sales, the Internet is faster.

Wikileaks document suspect raged against US Army on Facebook page

WASHINGTON – The prime suspect in the leaking of the Afghan war files, Bradley Manning, is reported to have raged against his US Army employers and “society at large” on his Facebook page in the days before he allegedly downloaded thousands of secret memos.

According to the Daily Telegraph, Manning, a US Army intelligence analyst, who … Read : Wikileaks document suspect raged against US Army on Facebook page.

Internet Explorer 9 Beta is Due in September

According to Microsoft Chief Operating Officer Kevin Turner, Microsoft is getting ready to roll out IE version 9 in September. As per some leaked report, Microsoft is expected to release the Beta version in August. The Beta is supposed to feature more user interfaces. The Web Developers are keenly waiting for the new browser. … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Internet Explorer 9 Beta is Due in September.

Top 5 Cheapest 3G Mobile Phones in India 2010

3G technology is fast changing the cellular landscape of India with high-speed transmission, advanced multimedia access and worldwide roaming. With government owned mobile service provider BSNL’s 3G service India’s mobile phone market is pepped up with lightning speed 3G technology. The arrival of 3G Spectrum auction opens up a new road map for next-generation …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Top 5 Cheapest 3G Mobile Phones in India 2010.

Google has spent $1.1 billion snapping up 22 companies through first half of year

Google’s 2010 shopping spree has cost $1.1B so far
MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. – Google Inc. has spent $1.1 billion during the first half of the year buying up 22 companies, with more than half of the amount going toward its recently completed acquisition of mobile ad service AdMob.
The financial breakdown was part of a …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Google has spent $1.1 billion snapping up 22 companies through first half of year.

Dish Network to file complaint with FCC that Comcast is blocking access to Philly sports

Dish to FCC: Comcast blocking Philly sports access

PHILADELPHIA – Dish Network Corp. said Friday it’s planning to file a complaint soon with federal regulators against Comcast Corp. for its refusal to provide access to a sports channel that airs games by the Philadelphia 76ers, Phillies and Flyers.
The satellite TV company asked Comcast last month to … Read : Dish Network to file complaint with FCC that Comcast is blocking access to Philly sports.

Motorola spent $880,000 in second quarter to lobby government on minerals, patents

Motorola spent $880,000 lobbying in second quarter
WASHINGTON – Motorola Inc., the maker of cell phones and other telecommunications equipment, spent $880,000 in the first quarter to lobby the federal government on laws such as those that sought to discourage electronics manufacturers from using minerals from rebel-held mines in the Congo, according to a … Original source on Gaea Times at : Motorola spent $880,000 in second quarter to lobby government on minerals, patents.

Nokia spent $150,000 in second quarter to lobby US government on patents and other issues

Nokia spent $150,000 on lobbying in second quarter
WASHINGTON – Nokia Inc., the world’s largest maker of cell phones, spent $150,000 in the second quarter to lobby the U.S. federal government on patents, the use of minerals from rebel-held mines in the Congo and other issues, according to a disclosure report.
That’s slightly less than …. Read the original article  : Nokia spent $150,000 in second quarter to lobby US government on patents and other issues.

AT&T spent $3.09 million lobbying gov’t in the 2nd quarter on taxes, health care, other issues

AT&T spent $3.09M on lobbying in 2nd quarter

WASHINGTON – Phone company AT&T Inc. spent $3.09 million in the second quarter to lobby the federal government on a wide array of issues, including retiree health care and taxes on cell phone service, according to a disclosure report.
The lobbying amount was up slightly from the $3.06 million … Read more : AT&T spent $3.09 million lobbying gov’t in the 2nd quarter on taxes, health care, other issues.

Digimarc reports bigger second-quarter loss on joint venture, but revenue rises 13 percent

Digimarc reports wider 2Q loss on joint venture

BEAVERTON, Ore. – Digimarc Corp., which develops digital watermarking technology for images, reported a wider second-quarter loss on Friday as it booked development costs for joint venture investments with The Nielsen Co.
For the quarter that ended June 30, Digimarc lost $896,000, or 13 cents per share, compared with … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Digimarc reports bigger second-quarter loss on joint venture, but revenue rises 13 percent.

Quest Software shares rise as 2nd-quarter net income tops Wall Street expectations

Quest Software shares jump after solid 2Q results
NEW YORK – Shares of Quest Software Inc. got a boost Friday after the business software maker posted better-than-expected second-quarter results.
The company earned $17.4 million, or 19 cents per share, down 15 percent from a profit of $20.5 million, or 21 cents per share, in the … Read : Quest Software shares rise as 2nd-quarter net income tops Wall Street expectations.

Guyana to buy $30M worth of computers, resell at discount to poor communities

Guyana to sell needy 90,000 computers at discount
GEORGETOWN, Guyana – Guyana has pledged to spend $30 million in the next three years to buy 90,000 laptops and resell them at a discount to the poor.
President Bharrat Jagdeo says the project aims to improve education in poor communities.
The South American country is launching a … Read more : Guyana to buy $30M worth of computers, resell at discount to poor communities.

Fears of FBI snooping on e-mail, Web surfing plunge Obama administration into privacy dispute

FBI access to e-mail, Web data raises privacy fear

WASHINGTON – Invasion of privacy in the Internet age. Expanding the reach of law enforcement to snoop on e-mail traffic or on Web surfing. Those are among the criticisms being aimed at the FBI as it tries to update a key surveillance law.
With its proposed amendment, is …. Read the original article  : Fears of FBI snooping on e-mail, Web surfing plunge Obama administration into privacy dispute.

IT Job Market Witnessed Drastic Recovery during Q2

CV Screen, the reputed UK based IT employment agency reported that there is a sharp rise of registered IT vacancies in Q2, 2010 compared to Q2, 2009. The company witnessed an increase of 47% jobs during Q2 period this year compared to the same period last year. Additionally,?? the number of candidates per role … Read more >>.

Global cell phone shipments up 14.5 percent, with smaller makers growing fastest, IDC says

Cell phone shipments continue to recover
NEW YORK – The number of cell phones shipped worldwide rose 14.5 percent in the second quarter compared with a year earlier, with much of the growth coming from smaller challengers like the iPhone and BlackBerry, according to research firm IDC.
Manufacturers shipped 317.5 million phones in the quarter, … Read more >>>.

Army intelligence specialist charged with leaking Afghan war secrets sent to Va. brig

Soldier accused of leaking secrets flown to US

WASHINGTON – The Army intelligence specialist charged with leaking U.S. military secrets to the WikiLeaks website has been moved from Kuwait to a military jail in Virginia.
In a statement Friday, the Army said Pvt. Bradley Manning was flown Thursday to Quantico Marine Base where he will be held … Read : Army intelligence specialist charged with leaking Afghan war secrets sent to Va. brig.

Do you think Oracle will kill Java?

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A look at prices for e-readers and similar electronic devices

Glance: Comparison of e-reader prices
Amazon.com Inc. is releasing two new models of its Kindle e-reader. Both are smaller and lighter than the current Kindle, and one is cheaper because it shuns 3G cellular network access in favor of Wi-Fi for downloading books on the fly.
Here is a look at how Kindle retail prices …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : A look at prices for e-readers and similar electronic devices.

Facebook Questions: A Potential Threat to Google Search

A day after Google was reported to be making a move towards social gaming to counter Facebook’s domination in the social networking market, the latter came up with an killer app to drive up the wall. The left-hand column on the Facebook page will soon have a new product – Questions. You might see … Read more >>>.

Nvidia shares fall after chip maker lowers revenue forecast

Ahead of the Bell: Nvidia shares fall
NEW YORK – Shares of Nvidia Corp. tumbled in premarket trading Thursday after the chip maker lowered its revenue forecast for the second quarter to well below Wall Street’s expectations and was downgraded by at least one analyst.

Nvidia, which makes graphics chips, said Wednesday it now expects to report …. Source article  : Nvidia shares fall after chip maker lowers revenue forecast.

Kanye West previews new songs for Facebook staff, joins Twitter

Kanye West performs for Facebook, joins Twitter
NEW YORK – With the release of a new album approaching, Kanye (KAHN’-yay) West is making sure he’s up to date with the social networking sites.
He joined Twitter on Wednesday, one day after going to the offices of Facebook, in Palo Alto, Calif., to preview some of …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Kanye West previews new songs for Facebook staff, joins Twitter.