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RIM Reported Considering Split Into 2 Firms

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BlackBerry maker Research in Motion is considering splitting its business in two, separating its struggling handset manufacturing division from its messaging network, The Sunday Times reported.
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Exclusive: BlackBerry maker hires law firm for restructuring

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