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U.S. believes Google's Page knew about pharmacy ads: report
Justice Department investigators believed that Google Inc's Chief Executive Larry Page knew about improper online pharmacy ads that Google carried, and allowed the ads for years, the Wall Street Journal said.
Google TV to launch in Europe next year
Google Inc will launch its TV service in Europe early next year, Executive Chairman Eric Schmidt said on Friday, despite teething problems that had led some observers to question how committed the company would remain to the project.
Google chairman Schmidt to woo TV elite
Google's Eric Schmidt faces a wary audience of British television professionals on Friday following a major acquisition that could turn Google TV into a real competitor for TV advertising dollars.
Max Levchin Quits Google After Slide Shut
The news of Max Levchin quitting Google in pursuit of other opportunities comes in the backdrop of the company’s decision to shut down Slide. It was only last year that Google bought Slide for $200 million.
Groupon Chief Lashes out at Critics Ahead of IPO
Groupon Inc. CEO Andrew Mason, lashing out at what he called insane and hilarious criticism in the media, defended the daily-deals Web site's record and growth strategy in a lengthy memo to employees Thursday.
Facebook Tops One Trillion Web Hits
Facebook topped one trillion page hits in the month of June, Time Magazine's Techland blog reports.
Facebook’s 'Godfather: Five Families’ Coming to Counter Google+’s Angry Birds? [Video]
Kabam announced on Thursday that it will come out with a title based on The Godfather movie trilogy for Facebook.
$99 HP TouchPad? What Drives Buyers Like Hell
When technology giant HP launched its TouchPad six weeks back there were no takers for the tablet, which came at a price of $500 for 16GB version and $600 for 32GB version.
HP Touchpad Fire Sale: Why People Are Mad for a Dead Product
Touchpads are disappearing from the shelves after HP slashed the price of the tablet to $99 for a 16GB model and $149 for 32GB model.
Google Pays Millions in Illegal Prescription Drug Ad Case
Google Inc. has agreed to forfeit $500 million to settle claims that it allowed online Canadian pharmacies to place advertisements targeting consumers in the United States, U.S. Justice Department announced Wednesday.
Google to pay U.S. $500 million over online drug ads
Google Inc has agreed to pay $500 million to settle a criminal probe into ads it accepted for online Canadian pharmacies selling drugs in the United States, the U.S. Justice Department said on Wednesday.
Google to pay $500 million over online drug ads
Google Inc has agreed to pay $500 million to settle a criminal probe into ads it accepted for online Canadian pharmacies selling drugs in the United States, the U.S. Justice Department said on Wednesday.
Hulu bids due - who will win its hand?
Bids for Hulu are due on Wednesday from a collection of tech and satellite giants -- with Yahoo, Google, Amazon and DirecTV among the likely contenders.
Google Doodle Honors Jorge Luis Borges on Birthday [VIDEO]
Argentine poet Jorge Luis Borges was honored with a Google Doodle on Wednesday in celebration of his 112th birthday.
Amazon: Could it Buy Sony Ericsson to Bolster Battling the iPad?
As it prepares to launch its tablet, could Amazon buy Sony Ericsson to ease its path?
Google Pays DOJ $500 Million for AdWords Ordeal
Google has paid the DOJ $500 million for allowing Canadian pharmacies to place advertisements on its Adwords program, thus helping them get revenue from the illegal transfer of drugs to the U.S.
Google settles pharmacy charges for $500 million: report
Google Inc will pay $500 million to settle government charges that it showed ads for pharmacies that operate illegally, regulators are expected to announce on Wednesday, according to a report in the New York Times.
Facebook Finally Improves, Simplifies Privacy Controls For Users
Social network giant Facebook, long criticized for failing to implement adequate privacy controls and for adopting a cavalier attitude towards the sensitive issue, is now trying to appease its users by streamlining how they manage and share their personal information.
Google Doodle Celebrates Argentine Novelist Jorge Luis Borges
Born in Buenos Aires, Borges is widely regarded as one of the forebears of modern science fiction.
Google Doodle Honors Jorge Luis Borges, Virginia Earthquake Rocks East Coast: Daily Scoop
Google Doodle honors Argentine Jorge Luis Borges, a Virginia earthquake rocks the entire East Coast, Hurricane Irene is upgraded to a Category 3 storm as it approached the United States, and more in today's Daily Scoop
Facebook to Roll Out Google+ Circle Like Privacy Feature
Like the concept of circles in Google+, users in Facebook can choose who can see their posts and what part of their profile they want to make visible to their friends and to the broader web.
China says Google has not sought approval on Motorola
China's Commerce Ministry said it had not received an application for regulatory approval from Google Inc on its planned $12.5 billion purchase of Motorola Mobility Holdings.
Facebook Fights Back With Privacy Upgrade To Rival Google +
Users will now be able to approve photo tags
Facebook Upgrades Privacy Settings in Latest Effort to Compete With Google +
New privacy updates give users more control over who sees what
Facebook Improves Privacy Settings To Outrun Google+
In the coming days, Facebook will make you much more comfortable with its privacy settings.Tuesday, the social media giant announced improvements for users to determine who can see their information on Facebook, finally allowed to manage their personal information as they control the range of viewers.
Microsoft’s Skype Buy: Still Not OK’d but How to Battle Google?
Lost in the smoke of the Google-Motorola Mobility deal was Microsoft's plan to buy Skype. What are the implications?
Miss the $99 HP TouchPad? More to Come
If you've missed the HP TouchPad blowout sale, don't fret, more are just around the corner.
Google Accepts Libyan Square Name Change After Rebel Assault
Google Maps has already accepted the name change of Green Square to Martyr's Square.
Why Apple’s Two-year-old iPhone 3GS is Second Most Popular Smartphone
Apple is holding the top spot among US smartphones with last year's iPhone 4.
What Does Google's $12.5 Billion Deal Mean to Motorola?
Google’s purchase of Motorola Mobility for $12.5 billion aiming at acquiring the hardware company’s trove of patents has put the later in an identity crisis.


