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Apple could be a target, too says hacker group Anonymous
Anonymous, the hacker group which is credited with high-profile breaches like PayPal, MasterCard and Visa, in support of whistleblower website Wikileaks has now broken into an Apple server.
Hackers Attack Apple Server
A group of hackers, known as AntiSec, claimed to have a list of 27 usernames and passwords taken from an SQL database from an online surveys hosted on an Apple Inc. Business Intelligence site on Sunday.
Sony Said To Launch PS4 in 2012
Sony is expected to launch its PlayStation 4 (PS4) gaming console in 2012 that will feature body movement-based control like Kinect, a motion sensing input device developed by Microsoft for the Xbox 360.
The top films at the North American box office
Following are the top 10 movies at the North American box office for the three-day weekend beginning on July 1, led by the new release Transformers: Dark of the Moon, according to studio estimates compiled on Sunday by Reuters.
Sony to Complete Worldwide Restoration of PlayStation Network, Qriocity
Sony said its PlayStation Network will spring back to life in Japan this week after a nearly three-month gap, confirming finally that the gaming giant is burying the ghost of PSN hack that tormented it for long.
Apple May Launch TV Set Later This Year Along with iPhone 5
Apple may manufacture its own iOS-powered television sets later this year and its release could coincide with the launch of iPhone 5, according to rumors.
Sony to restore all PlayStation network services in Japan
Sony Corp said it will fully restore all Playstation Network videogame services in Japan, marking the resumption of all network services worldwide after a massive security breach forced the company to shut them down in April.
Nortel Patent Sale: How it could Spell Trouble for Google
Google failed to win a bid on 6,000 wireless technology patents held by bankrupt Canadian telecom group Nortel Networks Corp.
Royal Couple's Los Angeles Tour Begins July 8
The media is abuzz with royal couple Prince William and Kate Middleton's visit to North America, and it is following every step of their trip, not to mention keeping an eye on Kate's wardrobe.
Google Loses in Huge Auction as Rivals Apple, Microsoft Gang Up
Google, facing a flood of patent lawsuits, said it was disappointed after losing a multi-billion dollar auction for thousands of telecom, Web and Social Networking patents from bankrupt Canadian company Nortel to a rival group of companies which included Apple and Microsoft.
Nortel’s Patent Sale Could Spell Trouble For Google
Nortel sells its 6,000 patents to a consortium of companies, none of which include Google.
Nortel Patent Sale: What it means to RIM?
A consortium consisting of Apple Inc. (AAPL), EMC Corp. (EMC), Ericsson, Microsoft Corp. (MSFT), Research In Motion (RIM) and Sony Corp. (SNE) paid $4.5 billion for the patent portfolio of Bankrupt Canadian telecom group Nortel Networks Corp.
Updated Skype for Android Users Launched
Skype launches its new version for Android users. Initially the software will be supported in selective Android phones.
Australian Idol judge Jay Dee Springbett found dead at his apartment
Former Australian Idol judge and Sony Music executive, Jay Dee Springbett, was found dead at his apartment in eastern Sydney on Thursday.
Hitachi may join Toshiba-Sony merger in small LCDs: sources
Hitachi Ltd is in talks with Toshiba and Sony about joining the merger of their liquid-crystal display units, a move that would create the world's largest maker of small panels, two sources with knowledge of the matter said on Thursday.
Arizona Police Targeted Again in Cyber-attack
A hacking group on Wednesday posted Arizona law enforcement officers' personal details in an ongoing cyber attacks that has targeted government sites, banks and corporations around the world.
Hitachi to join Toshiba-Sony LCD panel merger
Hitachi Ltd <6501.T> wants to join the ongoing talks between Toshiba Corp <6502.T> and Sony Corp <6758.T> to combine their units that make small and mid-size LCD panels, the Nikkei business daily reported.
Post-Shipwreck LulzSec is Cornered by FBI and Hackers - Leader Sabu Outed
The authorities have intensified their efforts in pursuing the notorious hackers responsible for hacking SONY, the CIA, the US Senate, PBS, FOX, NATO and many more. LulzSec leader Sabu's identity has been suggested by numerous sources.
Facebook Hires Sony Hacker George Hotz
George Hotz, a 21-year-old hacker known as Geohot online, has been hired by Facebook.
Sony to reshuffle games unit management after hacking
Sony Corp's second-in-command, Kazuo Hirai, will relinquish day-to-day control of the company's videogames unit in September, making way for a Welsh-born Sony veteran just months after hackers launched a massive attack against the electronics giant.
Anonymous Picks Up Where LulzSec Left Off, Targeting Government Servers
After LulzSec announced its retirement after 50 days of lulz, or an Internet rampage, the flame of cyber war does not seem to be as active as it'd been. LulzSec apparently jumped back onto the boat of its old buddy, Anonymous, to continue sailing on the Operation Anti-Sec against the governments.
Hollywood film-makers' battle against UK pirate site takes BT to court
The Motion Picture Association (MPA) has filed for an injunction against BT, UK's largest internet service provider, forcing it to cut off customer's access to a website called Newzbin that promote piracy.
Motorola Mobility Downgraded to 'Underperform' at BMO
BMO Capital Markets has downgraded Motorola Mobility Holdings (NYSE:MMI) to underperform from market perform, citing declining market share and margins.
Sony says protecting content made it hackers' target
Sony Corp believes it was targeted by hackers because it tried to protect its intellectual property, CEO Howard Stringer told a shareholders' meeting at which he sidestepped a call for him to step down over the incident.
Apple rich enough to buy Nokia, RIM, HTC, Motorola and ... Samsung
Apple, according to analysts, has enough cash in its war chest to buy out many of its rival mobile phone companies.
Sell Motorola on Xoom failure, Lost Android Momentum
Shares of Motorola were slammed by the market on Monday after analysts expressed poor performance on what should be strong points for the company.
Did LulzSec reveal reports about the iPad 3 before dissolving?
LulzSec may have revealed an Apple mystery much before it actually came into being.
Sony Content Still Missing On Netflix Streaming; Starz-Sony Dispute Continues
Sony Corp. (NYSE: SNE) initially pulled its content down from Netflix Inc. (NASDAQ: NFLX) streaming service on June 17, resulting from a temporary contract issue between Sony and Starz, according to Netflix’ blog.
Sony announces Uncharted Collection pack
The collection will include Uncharted: Drake’s Fortune and Uncharted 2: Among Thieves
Playstation 3 price set to drop in August?
The PS3 price may drop during Gamescom this year