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How Groundbreaking Were Cyber Monday’s Actual Sales?
Holiday spending reached an all-time high, aided by surges in e-commerce for Black Friday and Cyber Monday, data indicates.
Google Trying To Avert US Antitrust Lawsuit
Google (Nasdaq: GOOG), is trying to avert a massive antitrust suit brought by the U.S. Federal Trade Commission.
IBM Says 'Cyber Monday' Saw Greatest Online Sales
“Cyber Monday” sales surged more than 30 percent above last year, creating the top online sales day, IBM (NYSE: IBM) said.
Cyber Monday Bigger Than Last Year, Starts Earlier, Lasts Longer.
The migration of shopping to virtual storefronts was in full display on “Cyber Monday,” the biggest online shopping sale day of the year.
Was e-Commerce The Real Winner Of Black Friday 2012?
Online sales jumped to a new high during Black Friday - casting doubt on the future of traditional "brick and mortar" retailers.
Mobile Orders Helped Fuel Black Friday Sales Surge: IBM
U.S. consumers used mobile platforms to generate a 17.4 percent boost in online sales, according to an IBM survey.
Apple iPad Leads 2012 Thanksgiving, Black Friday Online Sales; Accounts For 88% Of Tablet Shopping
Apple devices, including the iPad and the iPhone, dominated online buying during this holiday season on Thanksgiving Day and Black Friday, according to a report by IBM.
Cyber Monday Deals 2012 Puts Spotlight On Amazon, E-Commerce
Some 122 million Americans are expected to shop online on Cyber Monday, Shop.org estimates.
HP Botches Earnings Prediction; Finds 'Improprieties' In Autonomy Acquisition
Hewlett-Packard Co. (NYSE: HPQ) reported fourth-quarter results below estimates and announced an even bigger writedown than expected.
HP 4Q Earnings Preview: More Disappointment Ahead For Top Computer Company?
Hewlett-Packard (NYSE: HPQ), the top computer maker, is expected to report a staggering fourth-quarter and annual loss Tuesday.
Technology Focus: Looks Like 2013 Will Be A Rough Ride
We should have known: 2012 has been the Year of the Dragon. Too bad it's followed by the Year of the Snake.
IBM's Former Chief Privacy Officer Warns Enterprises To Heed Cyberattack Warnings
For 12 years, Chief Privacy Officer of IBM (NYSE: IBM) Harriet Pearson, in private practice, warns companies aren't ready for cyberattack.
IBM Sets New $4B Financing Push With Mobile App For Business Clients
IBM Global Financing, part of the Armonk, N.Y.-based company, quadrupled the cash amount in its latest financing plan.
In Nairobi, A Brand New Commuter Train To Beat Kenya’s Worst Traffic Jams
A sparkling new commuter train kicks off Kenya's ambitious infrastructure project, easing Nairobi's terrible traffic.
Google's Legal Morass Could Extend To Android, Too
It's an open secret that Google (Nasdaq: GOOG) is being probed over search. But Android could be a target, too.
Sandberg Joins Facebook Sellers: Don't They Ever Learn?
Sheryl Sandberg, COO and director of Facebook (Nasdaq: FB), joined the parade of insiders who have cashed in on the company's public status.
IBM Reports Carbon Nanotube Breakthrough For Advanced Chips
International Business Machines Corp. (NYSE: IBM) reported a breakthrough using carbon nanotubes that could overcome current roadblocks in the chip sector.
Powerful Computers, Software, Satellites Aid Forecasters Evaluating Hurricane Sandy
Meteoreologists using the fastest supercomputers, software and satellites track Hurricane Sandy trying to forecast danger and damage.
Technology Focus: 5 Takeaways From Tech Earnings
Five keys to technology earnings: the strongest thrive, cash is king, get customers to use products more, look behind scenes.
New Study Finds Android Apps Leak Personal Data
A new study warns that Android users may be leaking personal information due to security oversights in popular smartphone apps.
IBM Bolsters Security Software To Protect Against More Risks
IBM (NYSE: IBM) bolstered its security software lines with more sophisticated products.
IBM Shares Dip 6% After Revenue Dip With Better Earnings
Shares of IBM (NYSE: IBM) fell 6 percent Wednesday despite reporting better-than-expected third-quarter earnings.
Top After-Market NYSE Movers (United Rentals, Beazer Homes, Lindsay, Emeritus, Overseas, IBM, BPZ Resources, Unisys, Protective Life)
The top after-market NYSE gainers Tuesday were United Rentals, Beazer Homes USA, Lindsay Corp, Emeritus Corp and Synovus Financial Corp. The top after-market NYSE losers were Overseas Shipholding Group, International Business Machines Corp, BPZ Resources, Unisys Corp and Protective Life Corp.
IBM, Intel Both Beat Estimates; IBM Still Sees Bullish 4Q
IBM reiterates bullish fourth-quarter forecast, while Intel's is more moderate.
IBM Names Peters New Chief Privacy Officer
International Business Machines Corp. (NYSE: IBM) appointed Christina Peters, a lawyer, as its second chief privacy officer.
Transportation Is Crucial For Emerging Global Markets
Sometimes it is the simple things that can make growth in new markets difficult. In Nairobi, Kenya, it’s getting from one place to another.
IBM 3Q Earnings: Keep Brewing Rising Profits
International Business Machines (NYSE: IBM) is expected to report lower third-quarter revenue, but earnings should rise at least 5%.
Workday, HR Software Vendor, Jumps Another 9% Post-IPO
Shares of Workday (NYSE: WDAY) the human-resources software company launched by PeopleSoft founder Dave Duffield, jumped another 9 percent from their Friday close.
Technology Focus: How Soon Before Cyberattack Hits Here?
Secretary of Defense Leon Panetta warned of a possible “cyber-Pearl Harbor,” but ever-bigger networks provide targets.
Asian Stock Markets Week Ahead: Investors To Focus On Economic Data, Earnings Reports
Market participants are likely to focus on the economic reports in a data-heavy week. Reports on retail sales, Empire manufacturing, Philly Fed, housing starts and inflation from the U.S. are due to be released next week.