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Who is the Billionaire Creating a Utopian Nation Where You Can Do Anything?
Micronations or libertarian utopias aren't conceptually new. They claim to be independent nations or states but which are not recognized by world governments or major international organizations. Many of these nations envisage a utopian society free of authoritarian control of any kind. These are non-existent except on paper, on the Internet, or in the minds of their creators.
Why You Should Avoid the HP TouchPad (Even at $99)
HP is 'reinventing' itself, shedding its PC division and the division responsible for its TouchPad tablet -- the would-be iPad contender -- but that means it can now be yours for $99. So should you run out and get one?
Is the HP TouchPad Even Worth it at $99?
After missing earnings by a long-shot and announcing the divestiture of its webOS smartphone and tablet business, HP is now slashing the prices of its TouchPad tablet. But is it even worth $99?
Top 5 Reasons Why Google-Motorola Deal Will Shake up Technology Industry
Search giant Google said, Monday, it has bought Motorola Mobility for $12.5 billion, an announcement that shook up the technology industry and caught rivals napping.
Battle of Titans: Nexus Prime on Android Ice Cream Sandwich Vs Apple iPhone 5 in October
The Korean language Web site Electronic Times has reported that Google is readying a killer smartphone, third-generation Nexus Prime, that would give Apple iPhone 5 a run for its money if it is launched in October.
Microsoft's Android Patent Claim Could Delay Google's Motorola Acquisition
Hearing on Microsoft’s claims that the Google’s Android run devices infringed on its patents will begin at the U.S. International Trade Commission will begin on Monday.
Tech Billionaire Funding Creation of Artificial Islands Free of Any Laws and Moral Codes
Peter Thiel, PayPal cofounder and an initial investor in Facebook, and a gay libertarian, is investing in what he calls his most ambitious project: Creation of artificial libertarian islands in international waters, free from international laws, regulations or moral codes.
Has Motorola Acquisition Given Google Another Chance to Hit Healthcare Market?
With the acquisition of Motorola Mobility, Google might once again start a lucrative healthcare wireless market, now that it is heading with the hardware to compete with the mobile market.
After HP and Dell Reports, is the PC Era Over?
Is the PC dead? With tablets booming, will there be a PC in 10 years?
Anne Hathaway, One Day Away From Overexposed?
We already liked her. Why is she suddenly trying so hard?
Some law firms to lose out in Google-Motorola deal
While Google Inc's acquisition of Motorola Mobility Holdings Inc would clearly be a boon for one top litigation boutique, some other prominent law firms could lose out.
RIM Upgraded at Jefferies
Jefferies & Co. upgraded its rating on shares of Research In Motion Ltd. (NASDAQ: RIMM) to hold from underperform and raised its price target to $25 from $22.
Google-Motorola Deal Positive for Apple; iPhone Maker to Strike Back
Google Inc.'s $12.5 billion purchase of Motorola Mobility Holdings Inc. will have positive impact on Apple Inc., Barclays Capital said in a note. But Jefferies believes Apple is likely to strike back in patent war.
Google Magnifier: Music Beta has Google+ Written All Over it; Answer to Facebook’s Spotify? [Video]
Google has launched its new music blog, Magnifier, as it attempts to make music discovery easy and introduce the company’s newest music marketing policy.
When Google+ Gives Facebook a Run for its Money
Facebook finally has a serious competitor. At least, that's what social-media investor Sergio Monsalve thinks.
Analysis: When Google+ gives Facebook a run for its money
Facebook finally has a serious competitor. At least, that's what social-media investor Sergio Monsalve thinks.
Kodak’s Patent Auction: Five Reasons Why It Matters
Kodak's patent auction can benefit shareholders as well as the U.S.
Google-Motorola Deal Implications: Positive for Nokia, Apple and Neutral for RIM, HTC
Google Inc.'s $12.5 billion acquisition of Motorola Mobility Holdings will have positive implications for Nokia Corp. and Apple Inc., but Research In Motion and HTC will have a neutral impact, Barclays Capital said in a note.
5 Motorola Android Phones that Can Increase Google's Reach
Along with a portfolio of 17,000 patents, Google also stands to acquire a profile of super Android devices from its $12.5 billion acquisition of Motorola Mobility.
Apple Unlikely to Sue Google Over Android Patents: Analyst
Apple may use Nortel Networks patents to force rewrites of Andoid OS
In Google-Motorola Deal, Android Loses, Microsoft Wins
Google has agreed to buy struggling Motorola Mobility for $12.5 billion -- or $40 per share -- suddenly opening the door to Microsoft as it vies for new life in the mobile phone software business.
Google Nexus' New Avatar Motorola Droid ?
Key to Google's partnership with OEM manufactures was the rendering of the Nexus series of Android phones which was developed in conjunction with HTC and Samsung. However, Google's acquisition of Motorola Mobility has left the Android world wondering about the future of Nexus.
Motorola Director Hambrecht Quits; Was Icahn Nominee
Hambrecht, Icahn nominee, quits Motorola Mobility board
Google-Motorola Deal: Implications for Qualcomm, Texas Instruments
Google Inc. (NASDAQ: GOOG) surprised the technology world with its $12.5 billion all-cash deal to buy Motorola Mobility Holdings Inc. (NYSE:MMI) to defend its Android ecosystem.
Google Android Beats Apple iOS in Australia Smartphone OS War
Google Inc.'s Android is dominating smartphone sales in Australia, overtaking Apple Inc.'s iOS for the first time, according to a new research.
RIM's Blackberry Bold 9900 on T-Mobile to Hit Market
Research In Motion?s Blackberry OS 7 powered Blackberry Bold 9900, T-Mobile?s first 4G-enabled Blackberry, will hit the shelves on Aug. 31 with the carrier already offering pre-orders for its business customers.
Google-Motorola Deal: What Does It Mean for Nokia?
Google's $12.5 billion purchase of Motorola Mobility Holdings probably will not lead Microsoft to respond by buying Nokia, an industry analyst says.
Google-Motorola Deal: Impact on Apple, HP
Google Inc. shocked the technology world with its $12.5 billion all-cash deal to buy Motorola Mobility Holdings Inc, valuing each essential patent at about $20 million, to defend its Android ecosystem.
Motorola Mobility Director Resigns Following Google?s Big Plans
Motorola Mobility Holdings director William Hambrecht has resigned.
Microsoft-Motorola Patent Lawsuit Heads to Seattle
Microsoft has gained the upper hand in by getting its patent battle with Motorola Mobility moved to its preferred federal court in its hometown of Seattle.