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Microsoft wins ruling against Motorola over texting

Thu, 24 May 2012 14:14:01 EDT

A German regional court ruled in a hearing on Thursday that Motorola Mobility infringed Microsoft patents by offering the option on its mobile phones to send a longer text in a batch of several messages.

US Hacks Al-Qaida Website in Yemen: The Cyber War Against Global Terror

Thu, 24 May 2012 06:56:58 EDT

State Department hacks al-Qaida website in Yemen, changing messages about killing Americans into pro-American propaganda.

Google's Android Did Not Infringe Oracle Patents, Jury Rules

Thu, 24 May 2012 04:57:07 EDT

A California court has ruled in favour of Google, stating that the Android OS does not infringe on Java patents held by Oracle.

Jury deals big blow to Oracle in Android case vs. Google

Wed, 23 May 2012 22:49:02 EDT

Google Inc's Android mobile platform has not infringed Oracle Corp's patents, a California jury decided, putting an indefinite hold on Oracle's quest for damages in a fight between the two Silicon Valley giants over smartphone technology.

Jury Rules For Google Against Oracle's Patent Claims

Wed, 23 May 2012 16:21:02 EDT

Google Inc's Android mobile platform has not infringed Oracle Corp's patents, a California jury decided, putting an indefinite hold on Oracle's quest for damages in a legal fight between the two Silicon Valley giants over smartphone technology.

Google did not infringe Oracle patents: jury

Wed, 23 May 2012 14:42:03 EDT

Google Inc's Android mobile platform has not infringed Oracle's patents, a California jury decided in a high stakes trial fought by the two Silicon Valley giants over smartphone technology.

Will Xbox 360 Be Banned In The US? Judge Says Microsoft’s Console Should No Longer Be Sold [REPORT]

Wed, 23 May 2012 09:55:08 EDT

In 2010 Microsoft filed a lawsuit against Motorola over patent fees for Xbox 360 technology. The phone manufacturer then countered with a lawsuit against Microsoft that could affect Xbox 360 sales in the United States.

Australia, Malaysia Signs Free Trade Agreement

Tue, 22 May 2012 23:31:02 EDT

Effective January 2013, exports of Australian products into Malaysia will get to enjoy 97.6 per cent tariff-free entry and will increase to 99 per cent by 2017.

Google Acquires Motorola Mobility for £7.9bn

Tue, 22 May 2012 10:14:35 EDT

Google has finally announced its acquisition of Motorola Mobility for $40 per share and promises to keep Android 'free and open' for five years.

After Yahoo deal, challenges abound for Alibaba

Tue, 22 May 2012 06:07:01 EDT

China's Alibaba Group could command a Facebook-rivalling valuation of $100 billion when it comes to list its shares, possibly by 2015 - but its more immediate challenge is to hang on to top spot in the country's $36 billion e-commerce market.

Yahoo clears a hurdle, sells Alibaba stake for $7.1 billion

Mon, 21 May 2012 18:49:02 EDT

Yahoo Inc will sell as much as half of its 40 percent stake in Chinese e-commerce powerhouse Alibaba Group for $7.1 billion, ending years of fractious talks over how to extract value from its most prized asset.

Yahoo Selling Alibaba Stock for $7.1bn

Mon, 21 May 2012 05:21:07 EDT

Yahoo has agreed to sell half its 40 percent share in Alibaba Group for $7.1bn, with most of that money going back to shareholders.

Big Deal For Alibaba,Yahoo: The $7.1B Is Only Half Of It

Sun, 20 May 2012 23:44:26 EDT

China's Alibaba Group and Yahoo confirmed Sunday night they have reached an agreement that will allow the two online media giants to eventually go their own ways. Alibaba initially will pay an estimated $7.1 billion in cash and preferred stock to Yahoo.

Five Companies in the Casey Portfolio Worth Watching: Alex Daley

Thu, 17 May 2012 19:07:02 EDT

Biotech and medtech expose investors to rapid growth in healthcare innovation. In this exclusive interview with The Life Sciences Report, Chief Investment Strategist Alex Daley of Casey's Extraordinary Technology matches science to unmet needs to bring big ideas and big returns to investors.

Apple Patent Reveals Steering Wheel Mount for Hands-Free iPhone Control

Wed, 16 May 2012 08:22:24 EDT

Apple patent reveals a steering wheel-mounted scroll wheel to wirelessly control iPhone music playback while driving.

Oracle patent claims versus Google sent to jury

Tue, 15 May 2012 15:21:01 EDT

A California jury began another round of deliberations on Tuesday in a high profile trial over allegations that Google's Android mobile platform violates Oracle's intellectual property rights.

Microsoft Backs Pirate Pay to Block Illegal Downloads

Tue, 15 May 2012 08:35:09 EDT

Microsoft has invested in Pirate Pay a company whose software stops illegal file-sharing by disrupting users’ IP addresses.

Nvidia picks up wireless patents in mobile push

Mon, 14 May 2012 13:21:01 EDT

Graphics chipmaker Nvidia Corp is buying about 500 wireless communications patents from privately held IPWireless, as it locks horns with Qualcomm Inc in the lucrative market for smartphone and tablet chips.

Ailing Nokia falls back on patents legacy

Sun, 13 May 2012 05:14:02 EDT

Desperate for cash to tide it over until sales ramp up of new products, Nokia Oyj is stepping up its quest for royalties from rivals using its designs as the basis of their technology.

Top bankruptcy lawyer leaving Dewey

Fri, 11 May 2012 18:42:02 EDT

Martin Bienenstock, a prominent bankruptcy lawyer who advised on General Motors Co's restructuring in 2009, is leaving the law firm Dewey & LeBoeuf to join Proskauer Rose, which announced his move on Friday.

Failed Brand Aquascutum Sells Off for £15 Million, Saves 100 Jobs

Fri, 11 May 2012 01:29:55 EDT

Aquascutum has been sold to Hong Kong-based YGM Trading which already owns the Asia division of the luxury label.

Will Mayo v. Prometheus Fire Up Pharma?: Kevin DeGeeter

Thu, 10 May 2012 17:42:02 EDT

Newly discovered biomarkers could provide physicians with information that will aid in the diagnosis and treatment of disease. The big question for investors is whether, in light of the recent Supreme Court ruling Mayo Collaborative Services Inc. v. Prometheus Laboratories, companies will be able to profit from that innovation.

Google 'Fair Use' Claim Against Oracle May Lead to Retrial

Thu, 10 May 2012 08:03:49 EDT

A district court judge has ruled against Oracle's motion to throw out Google's claim of 'fair use' in the trial over Java copyright.

Possible September Release Date for Apple's iPhone 5 Plus Mini iPad Rumors

Thu, 10 May 2012 04:21:20 EDT

There are various news sources speculating that Apple's next generation iPhone or iPhone 5 will soon be available in the market by September, 2012. Aside from the rumors regarding the newest iPhone, there are also rumors speculating about the nearing release date of a mini iPad from Apple.

Dewey's top leaders to leave troubled law firm

Wed, 09 May 2012 16:28:03 EDT

Two of Dewey & LeBoeuf's four leaders are jumping ship, as the ailing U.S. law firm prepares for mass layoffs of employees and junior lawyers, the firms that are hiring them said on Wednesday.

Samsung Becomes Top Smartphone Maker By Copying Our Products: Apple

Wed, 09 May 2012 05:18:23 EDT

Apple has criticized Samsung's recent success as the world's number one smartphone maker by saying that the South Korean tech giant got to the top spot by copying the Cupertino-based company's products.

‘Call of Duty: Black Ops 2’ Release Could Create Legal Issues For Activision, Will It Delay The Game’s Launch?

Tue, 08 May 2012 10:44:50 EDT

Treyarch recently announced their next venture into the “Call of Duty” franchise, confirming rumors that the game will be a sequel to their 2010 title. “Black Ops 2” is slated for a November 2012 release, and fans are gearing up for the Los Angeles-based Cold War shooter. However, Activision could be facing some legal troubles over the new game’s setting.

Apple Files Complaint Over iPhone5.com Domain: Will It Name Next iPhone 'iPhone 5'?

Tue, 08 May 2012 06:20:44 EDT

How will the next Apple iPhone be named - "New iPhone", "iPhone 6" or "iPhone 5"? Nobody has enough clues to bet on any of them, until Apple makes an official announcement. But a recent complaint the Cupertino tech giant filed with the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) hints that the company could be interested in the name "iPhone 5".

Union warns Verizon cable deal could end competition

Mon, 07 May 2012 23:42:02 EDT

Allowing proposed multibillion-dollar airwave deals between Verizon Wireless and several cable operators could mean the end of a competitive telecommunications landscape, saddling consumers with higher prices and diminished choice, the largest union for telecoms workers told U.S. regulators.

Google infringed on some Oracle Java copyright: jury

Mon, 07 May 2012 15:14:02 EDT

A Northern California jury on Monday found that Google Inc infringed upon Oracle Corp's copyrights on the structure of part of the Java software programming language, in a high stakes trial over smartphone technology.

Technology Focus: Facebook’s Risky IPO Could Poison The Pipeline

Sun, 06 May 2012 09:15:56 EDT

Two weeks from now, management at Facebook (Nasdaq: FB), the No. 1 social network, will likely be partying. CFO Dave Ebersman probably will be tallying up at least $6.3 billion in cash from its initial public offering.

Nokia's woes might call for Microsoft aid

Sun, 06 May 2012 05:14:01 EDT

Addressing Nokia Oyj employees in January 2011, Chief Executive Stephen Elop - at that point only four months into the job - dramatized the company's predicament by comparing it to standing on a burning platform.

Clinton says raised cyber issues with China

Fri, 04 May 2012 06:35:02 EDT

The United States expressed growing concern over cyber-intrusions globally during talks with Chinese leaders, the U.S. secretary of state said on Friday.

Judge says Google's Android lost money in 2010

Fri, 04 May 2012 00:28:02 EDT

Google Inc's Android mobile platform resulted in a net loss for the company in every quarter of 2010, despite generating roughly $97.7 million in revenue for the first quarter of that year, a U.S. judge said in court.

Nokia Files Patent Lawsuits Against HTC, RIM and ViewSonic in US and Germany

Thu, 03 May 2012 10:47:18 EDT

Finnish smartphone maker Nokia is filing lawsuits against HTC, RIM and ViewSonic for unlicensed use of 45 of its patents.

Motorola Granted Sales Ban Against Xbox 360 and Windows 7 in Germany

Wed, 02 May 2012 08:04:48 EDT

A German court has granted Motorola a sales injunction against Microsoft, but products will remain on sale until at least 7 May.

Google’s Driverless Car Release Delayed By Regulatory Concerns As Competition Creeps Up

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 12:59:48 EDT

Driverless cars are closer than ever before to hitting the market, but concerns about liability for accidents may hamper progress.

Yahoo Claims Facebook Patent Acquisitions are Legal Tactic

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 07:33:30 EDT

Yahoo has accused Facebook of buying up patents specifically to launch a counterclaim to the legal case it is bringing against the social networking site.

Greed may be good, but it doesn't matter to judge

Sat, 28 Apr 2012 02:21:02 EDT

Greed does not matter when it comes to the legal battle of two Silicon Valley icons, a federal judge told jurors who are hearing the lawsuit Oracle filed against Google.

Chinese Premier Hopes To Boost Regional Trade To $100 Billion With Poland Visit

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 17:51:22 EDT

China's economic relationships with Eastern Europe are deepening. Although the Asian power's trade with the former Communist bloc often goes unnoticed in the Americas, it has increased significantly in recent years.

Geithner: U.S. can withstand any Europe stresses

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 17:28:02 EDT

U.S. Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner said on Friday that if Europe mismanages its crisis it could slow U.S. growth but said the U.S. financial system could handle any resulting pressures.

Appeals Court Favours Telstra, Sports Leagues over Optus on Copyright Tussle

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 23:54:48 EDT

An Australian Federal Court of Appeal, ruling en banc, found on Friday Optus liable in violating the exclusive rights of Telstra Corporation in broadcasting the near-live games of Australia's premier football and rugby leagues.

Google Drive Vs. iCloud, Skydrive And Dropbox: Where Would Your Personal Data Be More Secure?

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 07:37:14 EDT

On Tuesday, Google made its cloud storage service "Google Drive" official, but what has created much buzz around the web is the combination of the service's privacy policy and the company's recently unified terms of service and privacy policy. Yes, there seems to be no specific privacy policy for Google Drive as such.

Google trial docs show plans for growth past search

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 19:00:04 EDT

Google Inc projected back in 2010 it would get more than 35 percent of its 2013 revenue from outside its flagship search operation, anticipating three non-search businesses, including commerce, would generate over $5 billion each, according to internal company documents filed in court.

Google's past projections revealed at trial

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 18:14:03 EDT

Google Inc projected back in 2010 it would get more than 35 percent of its 2013 revenue from outside its flagship search operation, anticipating three non-search businesses, including e-commerce, would generate over $5 billion each, according to internal company documents filed in court.

CISPA's House Sponsors Realizing Bill Threatens Internet Privacy As SOPA Once Did

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 15:10:29 EDT

CISPA sponsors are realizing the bill is a major threat to Internet privacy akin to SOPA, apparently in response to a groundswell of opposition from across the world.

Nokia, HTC win European patent ruling

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 10:21:02 EDT

Nokia and HTC <2498.TW> won a key ruling by the European Patent Office that a patent used by German firm IPCom in legal battles against the two mobile phonemakers was invalid in its current form.

Microsoft And Facebook Strike $550 Million Deal Over AOL Patents

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 08:26:55 EDT

Microsoft and Facebook announced a definitive agreement on Monday, under which Microsoft will assign to Facebook the right to purchase a portion of the patent portfolio it recently agreed to acquire from AOL Inc. Facebook has agreed to purchase this portion for $550 million in cash.

Facebook To Pay Microsoft $550 Million For Part Of AOL Patent Trove, Reports Slower Revenue, Earnings Gains

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 15:50:33 EDT

Facebook, the No. 1 social network, said it will pay Microsoft (Nasdaq: MSFT), the world's biggest software company as well as Facebook investor, $550 million for part of a 990-patent trove acquired from AOL (NYSE: AOL).

Patapsco Flea Market Raided: Federal Agents Seize Counterfeit Goods, Pirated Music At Baltimore Flea Market

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 13:09:22 EDT

Federal agents raided the Patapsco Flea Market in Baltimore Sunday as part of an investigation into counterfeit goods and pirated music at one of the largest flea markets on the East Coast.