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Google says gets civil subpoena from FTC
U.S. antitrust regulators told Google they opened a formal investigation into whether the dominant search company illegally abuses its market power.
Feds poised to probe Google
Federal regulators will hit Google with subpoenas, begin civil probe
White House urged to maintain distance from Google
Consumer Watchdog on Friday said the White House's close relationship with the Google is inappropriate, as the Internet search company is currently under review by Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the Department of Justice, a report said on Friday.
FTC confirms Apple to bid for Nortel Patent Portfolio
The US Federal Trade Commission confirmed on Thursday that it has accepted Apple’s plea to participate in the bidding for the assets of bankrupt Nortel Networks corp.
Google at the center of antitrust probes: source
Google Inc found itself at the center of multiple government investigations on Thursday into whether it is using its dominance in search advertising to scotch competition.
How can iPhone5 rule the smartphone market?
Apple’s next generation iPhone— iPhone 5 which is rumoured to launch in september this year, can rule the smartphone mart, if it walks in, with the following features in it.
FTC to subpoenas Google in antitrust investigation
U.S. Federal Trade Commission will issue subpoenas to Google and other companies as part of an investigation into practices in Google's search engine business.
Gay Pride Google Doodle exists but it's in the closet
Google makes doodles to celebrate all kinds of significant events, and this month also happens to be Gay Pride Month. So Google decided to put a doodle to it - just not so conspicuously.
Gay Pride Google Doodle exists but it's in the closet
Google makes doodles to celebrate all kinds of significant events, and this month also happens to be Gay Pride Month. So Google decided to put a doodle to it - just not so conspicuously.
Tablet war intensifies; Samsung, HTC and ZTE challenge Apple’s iconic iPad
Tablet alternatives offered by major global brands in China, Taiwan and South Korea are posing a threat to Apple's iconic iPad in terms of features as well as price.
Casey Anthony Trial Day 26: Shocker - Casey's mother Cindy admits googling chloroform, injuries in family computer
Casey Anthony's mother Cindy took the witness stand on Thursday (Day 26), admitting that she was the one who had googled the word chloroform and some other words on the computer in Anthony's family in March 2008.
Is this the end of Google Maps in Apple’s iOS?
Does the Cupertino-based company have new plans for future navigation services?
Report: FTC Takes Aim At Google
The Federal Trade Commission is looking to investigate whether or not Google has abused its strong position in web search.
Google Joins Microsoft on the Anti-Trust Olymp
Google, Inc. faces the real threat of an anti trust probe by the Federal Trade Commission, which is still pending, but likely to be launched soon according to reports, letting the company step into the shoes of software giant Microsoft in the 1990's.
FTC to deepen Google probe: report
Google Inc is about to receive the civil equivalent of a subpoena from the U.S. Federal Trade Commission as part of a probe into the giant Web company's Internet search business, the Wall Street Journal reported on Thursday, citing people familiar with the matter.
Apple iPhone 5 versus Google Nexus 4G - Who will rule the smartphone jungle?
Apple's next generation iPhone, dubbed iPhone 5, which is expected to feature a radical new design, and boast of major hardware and software changes, could rule the smartphone jungle but it faces a powerful adversary in Google Nexus 4G.
Amex, foursquare Launch Their Own Google Wallet
Both companies get into the mobile wallet/payment game with their own service.
Oprah reps call OJ confession a hoax
Oprah Winfrey's representatives denied allegation that OJ Simpson told her producers he killed his ex-wife Nicole Brown Simpson and her friend, Ronald Goldman.
Apple response to Android: iPhone 5 teardrop design, iPad 3 super display
The heavyweight threat from Google's Nexus 4G and Samsung Galaxy Tab have signaled a response from Apple. The iPhone 5 new design and iPad 3 upgraded display are rumored to counter the upgraded Android threats.
Will Apple’s strategy to go for other carriers affect Android sales?
Apple’s expansion of iPhone to other carriers may check the sale of Google’s mobile operating system at least in the US, according to analysts.
Pre-Market NASDAQ Movers (RGEN, BBBY, CAVM, JBLU, PTIE, GTXI, LOGI, FFIV, DISCA, MPEL, AAPL, GOOG)
The top pre-market NASDAQ Stock Market gainers are: Repligen, Bed Bath & Beyond, Cavium Networks, JetBlue Airways, and Pain Therapeutics. The top pre-market NASDAQ Stock Market losers are: GTX, Logitech International, F5 Networks, Discovery Communications, Melco Crown Entertainment, Apple, and Google.
Can Apple iPhone 5 Beat Google Nexus 4G?
There are two devices getting much hype even before their release. Apple's next generation iPhone - iPhone 5 - and Google Nexus 4G.
Is this the end for Microsoft’s Skype?
Does Google have a similar software that can counter Skype's popularity?
Post-Market NASDAQ Movers (MLHR, IVAC, MGIC, BCRX, VRUS, FPTB, WDFC, CEVA, PODD, SABA, AAPL, GOOG)
The top after-market NASDAQ Stock Market gainers are: Herman Miller, Intevac, Magic Software Enterprises, BioCryst Pharmaceuticals, and Pharmasset. The top after-market NASDAQ Stock Market losers are: First Pactrust Bancorp, WD-40, CEVA, Insulet, Saba Software, Apple, and Google.
Google, Citi invest another $204 million in wind project
Google Inc and Citigroup are investing another $204 million in the Alta Wind Energy Center in Southern California's Tehachapi Mountains, bringing their total combined investment in the project to $314 million.
Google breaks record with BILLION users
ComScore revealed that Google reached the billion visitor milestone in May. It is the first time an internet company has hit this number.
Google eyeing further display ad acquisitions
Google will buy more companies to boost its presence in the booming online display ad sector in a challenge to Facebook, even as European regulators examine its dominant web search position.
Google clocks new record of 1 billion visitors a month
Internet search company Google became the first company to register one billion visitors to its website in a month, according to the data released by ComScore.
Mozilla Firefox 5 Touted as First Comprehensive “Do Not Track” Browser
The Mozilla Firefox 5 is touted as the first browser to support “Do No Track” on multiple platforms. The Browser was released on June 21.
Apple May Launch Cheaper iPhone Along with iPhone 5
It is more or less sure that Apple may be launching its next version of iPhone - dubbed as iPhone 5 - in late September or October to capitalize on holiday demand.


