Sony Stories
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
Hacker George Hotz joins Facebook as product developer
George Hotz, well-known iPhone and Sony PS3 hacker, is following in the footsteps of many other celebrated hackers who got hired by technology giants. Hotz, also known as GeoHotz, has joined Facebook and is said to be involved in product development. Hotz's Facebook page says he has been a software engineer at Facebook since May 9. Earlier, Facebook profile hacker Chris Putnam, iOS hacker Peter Hajas, Twitter hacker Michael Mooney, and Ashley Towns, the creator of the first ever iPhone worm,...
LulzSec quits being LulzSec, Jumps (back) onto Anonymous
LulzSec, the high-profile hacker group that dominated the attention of media and social media alike, has surprised its fans and enemies by announcing its game over, that they will shut down operations. June 25 would mark an end to 50 days of cyber havoc, but the group called on supporters to continue fighting its anti-government movement via Anonymous.
LulzSec releases allegedly stolen files before disbanding
Hacking group LulzSec, who recently declared war against government entities, released a cache of stolen files in a move to end the 50 days of cyber havoc.
Japanese scientists invent PossessedHand to help people learn music (PHOTO and VIDEO)
Have you always dreamed of playing the guitar like Eric Clapton or Slash but didn't have the talent for it? Well, fret no more because scientists at Tokyo University have teamed up with Sony to invent an electric finger stimulator called PossessedHand that will make your fingers move without requiring any input from your brain.
LulzSec sails into sunset as TeaMp0isoN terrorizes Internet
Hackers collective LulzSec, after terrorizing the Internet community and giving top companies and government agencies sleepless nights, has finally called it quits even as rival hack group TeaMp0isoN has reared its head.
What LulzSec Has Done and Proven So Far
LulzSec is certainly a skillful hacking group. It bested big corporations like Sony, government agencies like the CIA, and even a cyber securities firm.
Sony alleged to have neglected security; Will face lawsuit
As the PlayStation Network recovers from back-to-back hacker attacks, Sony will face a lawsuit filed by three men alleging Sony was well aware of the inadequacy of its security system. According to a Reuters report, the litigation was filed earlier this week in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of California. The trio, Felix Cortorreal, Jacques Daoud Jr., and Jimmy Cortorreal, all of New York, said in court documents, Sony knew that its inadequate security systems placed it a...
Final days of Star Wars Galaxies MMO, bonuses declared
Sony will make the game free before it is completely shut down.
I'm Disappointed With Pottermore -- And With How Fans Were Treated
ARGENTINA -- Blogger Patricio Tarantino says that when Pottermore first emerged last week, he thought it would be something amazing and that it would change the Harry Potter fandom. Not so much.
Leaked Apple iPhone 5 Features Compiled as September Release Date Looks Probable
Rumor mills have had the sway over iPhone 5 news and there have been umpteen reports endorsing as well as discounting the chances of the new iPhone being released by Apple in September. However, a Bloomberg report has quoted two sources, who are familiar with the product, as saying that iPhone 5 will be unveiled in September and that it will have a smarter chip and a better camera, among a host of other bells and whistles.
Sue Facebook for quick cash and fun: Top ten most whimsical lawsuits against Facebook to date
From people with serious concerns to people looking for quick money, everyone seems to be suing Facebook. Following are some of the most frivolous litigation filed against Facebook to date.
Rival hacking group to reveal details of Arizona attackers
TeaMp0isoN, a hacking group is trying to expose anonymous group identities of its rival LulzSec group, which obtained confidential documents in an attack on Arizona law enforcement.
Bin Laden's death gets Hollywood calling
Navy SEALs film to hit theaters, probably in early 2012.
Author J.K. Rowling at the Official Launch of Pottermore [PHOTOS]
The long wait is over as author J.K. Rowling has finally unveiled the secret contents of the new Pottermore website.
Pottermore Mystery Offers No Prizes but Disappointment
J. K. Rowling has confirmed that the mysterious Pottermore is a new interactive online website that will allow readers to navigate through Harry Potter stories. But the mystery turned into a major disappointment.
Apple iPhone 5: Dual-LED flash, glasses-free 3D, wireless charging, carbon fibre frame, what else?
The recent round of rumors suggests that Apple iPhone 5 will come equipped with a dual-LED flash.
J.K. Rowling e-books move threatens Amazon, traditional publishing
Direct e-book publishing by Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling takes out traditional and new economy book companies.


