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While you were sleeping: Data bolsters rate case
Google

While you were sleeping: Data bolsters rate case

Wall Street moved lower as an unexpected gain in new home sales as well as solid data on inflation and manufacturing bolstered the case for the Federa.

By Pattrick Smellie • 3 min read • Wed, 25th Mar 2015
SimpliVity enters the billion dollar stratosphere
Converged Infrastructure

SimpliVity enters the billion dollar stratosphere

SimpliVity secures USD $175 million in series D funding, propelling its valuation beyond USD $1 billion. Major investors include Waypoint Capital.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Wed, 11th Mar 2015
Can google help us predict the future
Google

Can google help us predict the future

Google Trends reveals shifting tech interests, questioning if it could forecast societal changes and our 'ubiquitous' future.

By Alistair Ross • 10 min read • Thu, 25th Dec 2014
HP's conflicted relationship with printing
HP

HP's conflicted relationship with printing

HP derived 20% of its revenue and 37% of its non-GAAP operating profit from print in the last quarter. Why does it downplay print?.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 12th Mar 2014
WhiteGold boost as Nutanix raises US$101m
Converged Infrastructure

WhiteGold boost as Nutanix raises US$101m

Nutanix raises a groundbreaking US$101m, propelling WhiteGold and the future of data center solutions to new heights in global markets.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 15th Jan 2014
Apple's iWatch - business or pleasure?
Microsoft

Apple's iWatch - business or pleasure?

Apple's iWatch leans towards pleasure, says Jeffries analyst, amid speculation of its impact on the tech giant's revenue.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 19th Jun 2013
EA offers next-gen strategies
Gaming

EA offers next-gen strategies

In a revealing press conference, Electronic Arts has divulged some of the strategies they'll implement in developing for next-generation consoles.

By Brendan Kelly • 2 min read • Wed, 27th Feb 2013
Netflix surprises as Apple disappoints
Digital Entertainment

Netflix surprises as Apple disappoints

Netflix shares soared 37.5% on surprise profits, driving Wall Street higher, while Apple's disappointing results dragged Nasdaq down 0.47%.

By Pattrick Smellie • 1 min read • Fri, 25th Jan 2013
US tech earnings in focus this week
Microsoft

US tech earnings in focus this week

US corporate earnings will take centre stage with Apple, Microsoft, IBM and Google among those scheduled to release in the coming days.

By Pattrick Smellie • 2 min read • Mon, 21st Jan 2013
Shareholders sue Facebook
Facebook

Shareholders sue Facebook

Facebook faces legal action as shareholders sue over IPO discrepancies, alleging lack of transparency with forecast revisions.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Thu, 24th May 2012
Facebook shares falter for second straight day
Facebook

Facebook shares falter for second straight day

Facebook shares fall for second day as criticism grows over handling of IPO, with analysts predicting further drops.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 23rd May 2012

Stories from Other Regions

BlackBerry shoots the Messenger... cuts 4,500 jobs
iOS

BlackBerry shoots the Messenger... cuts 4,500 jobs

BlackBerry is set to cut 4,500 jobs and reduce operating expenses by 50% after failing to capture public interest in its new devices.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 23rd Sep 2013
Ruckus Wireless files $100m IPO
Network Infrastructure

Ruckus Wireless files $100m IPO

Wireless-networking provider filed to raise $100m in a U.S. initial public offering, following claims of going public earlier this year.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 8th Oct 2012
Software or Hardware Based Encryption Solutions: Which Is Better for Your Customers?
Network Infrastructure

Software or Hardware Based Encryption Solutions: Which Is Better for Your Customers?

Choosing encryption for data protection is crucial. But with a surge in data breaches, should businesses adopt software or hardware solutions?.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Mon, 1st Aug 2011
Beyond the Barcode
Productivity

Beyond the Barcode

As mobile data subscribers soar towards 2.8 billion by 2013, businesses are tapping into mobile tagging to boost productivity and streamline operations.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 1st Sep 2010