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Report: Burger King in talks to be acquired Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 9:03PMBurger King Holdings Inc. is in advanced talks to sell itself to 3G Capital, a little-known investment firm backed by wealthy Brazilian dealmakers who also control a large stake in the world's largest brewer, in the latest sign of Brazil's ascendance in the corporate world.
CRTC takes firm stand against big telcos Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 6:14PMRegulator’s order to share advanced networks and expand rural broadband service has Bell pushing back
AT&T Accelerates Timetable for Expanding Service in Arizona Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 5:09PMPHOENIX, Sept. 1 /PRNewswire/ -- AT&T* said today that the timetable for expanding AT&T service in Arizona has been accelerated and that it expects to complete network upgrades on wireless assets acquired from Verizon Wireless in June 2010 by the end of 2010 or the beginning of 2011. That is significantly sooner than the earlier estimate for enhancing AT&T's coverage in Arizona by ...
AT&T Accelerates Timetable for Launching Service in Montana Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 5:09PMHELENA, Mont., Sept. 1 /PRNewswire/ -- AT&T* said today that the timetable for bringing AT&T service to Billings, Great Falls and Montana Rural Service Areas (RSA) 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 and 10 has been accelerated and that it expects AT&T service will be available here by the end of 2010 or the beginning of 2011.(1) That is significantly sooner than the earlier estimate for ...
Verizon Offers East Coast Customers Tips to Prepare for Possible Effects of Hurricane Earl Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 5:09PMBASKING RIDGE, N.J., Sept. 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Verizon network operations teams from North Carolina to Maine are completing the many tasks required to prepare the Verizon communications network for any potential effects of Hurricane Earl as it nears the East Coast. The company also encourages consumers, business and government customers to make preparations as well. "At Verizon, we know how ...
AT&T Accelerates Timetable for Launching Service in Areas of Wyoming Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 5:07PMCHEYENNE, Wyo., Sept. 1 /PRNewswire/ -- AT&T* said today that the timetable for bringing AT&T service to Casper and Wyoming Rural Service Areas (RSA) 1, 2, 4 and 5 has been accelerated and that it expects AT&T service will be available here by the end of 2010 or the beginning of 2011.(1) That is significantly sooner than the earlier estimate for introducing AT&T service by mid ...
AT&T Accelerates Timetable for Expanding Service in Colorado Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 5:07PMDENVER, Sept. 1 /PRNewswire/ -- AT&T* said today that the timetable for expanding AT&T service in Colorado has been accelerated and that it expects to complete network upgrades on wireless assets acquired from Verizon Wireless in June 2010 by the end of 2010 or the beginning of 2011. That is significantly sooner than the earlier estimate for enhancing AT&T's coverage in Colorado by ...
Motorola spins rugged Android phone and a new Milestone Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 4:11PMMotorola announced two new 3.7-inch Android phones, set for a fourth-quarter release in Europe.
A shift in strategy needed to revive Japanese industry Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 4:07PMAgainst the backdrop of intensifying Japan-U.S. trade frictions in the 1980s, it was considered for some time that Japan's economic power was a threat to the United States. This country's high rating has since declined, however, giving way to comments like "Japan has disappeared from the world's radar screen." Over time Japan had boasted of its excellent manufacturing skills. But in recent years ...
Gaming industry growth to cross 32% at Rs 3,100 crore by 2014 Sunday, August 29, 2010 @ 3:42PMThe Indian gaming industry is expected to grow 32% at Rs 3,100 crore by 2014, a top industry official said. "Indian gaming industry is expected to grow at a Compounded Annual Growth Rate...
Business in brief Sunday, August 29, 2010 @ 4:12AM• The Savings Institute Bank & Trust Co.'s Employees' Caring & Giving Program has awarded second-quarter contributions of $4,150 to 14 charitable organizations.
Civil Defense prepared to tackle big rush in Makkah Sunday, August 29, 2010 @ 2:14AM29 August 2010 MAKKAH: As the flow of Umrah pilgrims and visitors to the Grand Mosque gains momentum in the holy month of Ramadan, the Civil Defense in Makkah has mobilized all resources to cope with any emergency situation.
Civil Defense prepared to tackle big rush in Makkah Sunday, August 29, 2010 @ 12:58AMCivil Defense prepared to tackle big rush in Makkah
Nex-Tech Wireless chosen as wireless provider for Fort Hays Saturday, August 28, 2010 @ 6:03PMJust in time for the 2010-11 school year to begin, Nex-Tech Wireless has been chosen as the wireless provider for Fort Hays State University.
New Guru Added: Francis Chou; Buys BP, VOD, Sells Q Saturday, August 28, 2010 @ 4:11PMWe have added Canadian long term value investor Francis Chou into our List of Gurus. These are his buys and sells during the second quarter. Read more » »
Location-sharing perks fall a bit short Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 7:02PMFacebook's announcement last week that it plans to drag its 500 million users into the location-sharing craze raises an important ...
INX CFO Brian Fontana Resigns Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 4:32PMHOUSTON -- INX Inc. (NASDAQ:INXI) today announced that Brian Fontana has resigned as the Company's C...
Rules on 2.3-2.4GHz spectrum effective next month Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 12:23PMThe National Telecommunications Commission's regulations governing the licensing of the 2.3-2.4-gigahertz spectrum are expected to take effect in September.
Government of Canada Invests in Health Research Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 11:37AMMinister of State Steven Fletcher announces research funding to improve health of Canadians
Government of Canada Invests in Health Research Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 11:30AMTORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - 08/24/10) - The University of Toronto will undertake new research into treatments for cancer and cardiovascular disease thanks to an investment announced by the Honourable Steven Fletcher, Minister of State (Democratic Reform), on behalf of the Honourable Gary Goodyear, Minister of State (Science and Technology). "Our government is investing in research that will ...
Israel's Celeno Finds Growth in the East Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 11:19AMWhen chip startup Celeno Communications saw slow uptake from Western telcos for its pioneering wireless digital TV technology, it turned to China and scored big
MessageWire and Solar VPS Offer Less Expensive Alternative to Microsoft Exchange Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 10:27AMMessageWire, and its sister company Solar VPS, are making Open-Xchange business-class open source e-mail and collaboration software available to their customers and partners as a less expensive alternative to the established Microsoft Exchange and Sharepoint offering.
Avnet, MathWorks and Texas Instruments Deliver Workshops on Integrating Xilinx FPGAs with High-Speed Data Converters Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 10:06AMPHOENIX--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Avnet Electronics Marketing, MathWorks, Texas Instruments offer workshops in North America on Integrating Xilinx FPGAs with High-Speed Data Converters
CommScope Launches Global BusinessPartner Program, Connecting Network Infrastructure Solutions Leaders Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 10:06AMHICKORY, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--CommScope launches global channel CommScope BusinessPartner Program for 2011 and introduces new Solution BusinessPartner accreditation.
CommScope Launches Global BusinessPartner Program, Connecting Network Infrastructure Solutions Leaders Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 10:00AMHICKORY, N.C.----CommScope, Inc., a global leader in infrastructure solutions for communications networks, today launched its global BusinessPartner Program for 2011 and introduced its new Solution BusinessPartner accreditation.
Avnet, MathWorks and Texas Instruments Deliver Workshops on Integrating Xilinx FPGAs with High-Speed Data Converters Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 10:00AMPHOENIX----Avnet Electronics Marketing Americas , a business region of Avnet, Inc. , along with MathWorks and Texas Instruments is offering a new series of workshops focusing on digital signal processing system design using Xilinx FPGAs with high-speed data converters.
RACO Industries and OnAsset Intelligence Announce Strategic Partnership Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 9:22AMCINCINNATI--(BUSINESS WIRE)--RACO and OnAsset Join Forces to Provide an All Inclusive Solution for Real-time Situational Awareness That Leverage All Modes of Transit for High Value Freight
1E and AH Technology to Showcase Desktop Power Management at TechEd Australia 2010 Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 6:05PMGOLD COAST, Australia--(BUSINESS WIRE)--1E and AH Technology will showcase desktop power Management at Microsoft TechEd Australia 2010 on the Gold Coast between 24-27th August 2010.
Sneak tech peek at the new Meadowlands Stadium Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 4:32PMCisco and Verizon Communications have helped build a state-of-the-art sports arena for the New York Jets and Giants in New Jersey.
Educational Activities, Teacher Resources and Innovative Lesson Plans Highlight Verizon Thinkfinity's New Back-to ... Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 2:53PMBASKING RIDGE, N.J., Aug. 23 /PRNewswire/ -- Just in time for the new school year, Verizon Thinkfinity has launched a back-to-school feature that uses engaging educational resources to help teachers get students excited about their return to the classroom. From resources using football to teach geometry, to lesson plans on the "Legend of Sleepy Hollow," to a podcast that highlights what a crew ...
AT&T Enlists SunEdison to Add 2MW of Solar Power in California by 2011 Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 2:30PMAT&T* and SunEdison today announced that SunEdison, a leading worldwide solar energy services provider and subsidiary of MEMC Electronic Materials , will expand AT&T's national solar initiative by activating a new roof top solar power installation in San Diego.
O'Brien: Telling the world you're here, there and everywhere Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 12:49PMWith location-sharing services, such as Facebook's Places, users share their location with friends and earn rewards, even if those bonuses mean little.
Dan Baker Blog Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 12:30PMRemember those heady times in the early 2000s when it seemed that most of the world's commerce would move online? Ah, those days of Internet innocence.
A look at recent tech-industry earnings Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 12:15PMHere is a summary of recent earnings reports for selected technology companies and what they reveal about the state of spending and the overall economy: Technology - Business - Information Technology - Economy - Marketing and Advertising
A look at recent tech-industry earnings Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 11:44AMJuly 13: Intel Corp. reports its largest quarterly net income in a decade as the chipmaker benefits from a stronger computer market and more sophisticated factories.
A look at recent tech-industry earnings Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 11:22AMHere is a summary of recent earnings reports for selected technology companies and what they reveal about the state of spending and the overall economy:
Educational Activities, Teacher Resources and Innovative Lesson Plans Highlight Verizon Thinkfinity's New Back-to ... Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 10:25AMJust in time for the new school year, Verizon Thinkfinity has launched a back-to-school feature that uses engaging educational resources to help teachers get students excited about their return to the classroom.
New Meadowlands Stadium Unveils Sophisticated New Technology Delivering Unforgettable Fan Experience Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 10:08AMCisco Connected Sports and Verizon Stadium Technology Solutions Transform the Stadium to Provide a Unique and Customized Environment for Each Event
New Meadowlands Stadium Unveils Sophisticated New Technology Delivering Unforgettable Fan Experience Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 10:00AMEAST RUTHERFORD, NJ--(Marketwire - 08/23/10) - The New Meadowlands Stadium today showcased innovative new stadium technologies designed to seamlessly transform the look and feel of the venue to host both New York Giants and New York Jets games, as well as other sporting and entertainment events. The New Meadowlands is implementing technologies from Cisco (NASDAQ: CSCO - News ) and Verizon to ...
Aging boomers will strain families, state Saturday, August 21, 2010 @ 10:05PMThere will be fewer people to care for the aged, and tax-supported nursing home costs will bust budgets.
WiMAX ready to boost mobile internet in India: Samsung Saturday, August 21, 2010 @ 2:43PMNEW DELHI: Making a strong case for WiMAX as the perfect technology for speedy roll-out of mobile internet access in India, Korea-based Samsung Electronics has offered its services and expertise along with its global partners to Indian operators to boost broadband penetration.
Moody's Maintains Stable Industry Outlook for Canadian Wireless Carriers Saturday, August 21, 2010 @ 5:27AMMoody's Investors Service has maintained its industry outlook for Canadian wireless carriers at stable, while revising its outlook on the U.S.-based carriers to positive from stable.
Intel to buy online security firm Saturday, August 21, 2010 @ 2:34AMIntel is buying Internet security firm McAfee for $7.68-billion, as the computer chip giant seeks to expand its reach to mobile and wireless devices.
Verizon Seeks Organizations for 'Check Into Literacy' Grants Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 6:37PMTHOUSAND OAKS, Calif., Aug. 20 /PRNewswire/ -- Thanks to the generosity of Verizon customers who have participated in the company's Check Into Literacy program, grants totaling more than $63,000 are now available to nonprofit literacy organizations in Verizon California's wireline territory. The Check Into Literacy program allows Verizon's wireline telephone customers to support literacy ...
Supplier News: Related News Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 5:51PM8/19/2010 - Bar's Products Expands Into New Location Holly, Mich.-based Bar's Products has moved its headquarters to a new location just a few miles away....
Verizon Seeks Organizations for 'Check Into Literacy' Grants Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 3:34PMThanks to the generosity of Verizon customers who have participated in the company's Check Into Literacy program, grants totaling more than $63,000 are now available to nonprofit literacy organizations in Verizon California's wireline territory.
Back-to-school IT Projects Reshape Campus Life Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 2:55PMTechnology shifts are shaking up IT priorities in colleges and universities. Here are six areas where schools are redefining needs and finding new opportunities. Education - College - Colleges and Universities - Directories - United States
TierOne Networks Appoints Glen Harstad as President Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 2:15PMTierOne Networks, a Dallas-based Wireless Internet Service Provider ("WISP") named Glen Harstad to replace Kevin Weaver in the role of President effective August 2, 2010. Mr. Harstad also joined the board of directors and committed additional capital to support TierOne’s aggressive growth strategy. [PR.com]
Tech earnings snapshot: What reports are saying about economy Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 1:46PMJuly 13: Intel Corp. reports its largest quarterly net income in a decade as the chipmaker benefits from a stronger computer market and more sophisticated factories.
RadiSys to Showcase SIPware Prepaid and Postpaid Calling Card Solution at Prepaid Press Expo Wednesday, August 18, 2010 @ 10:00AMHILLSBORO, Ore.----RadiSys® Corporation , a leading provider of innovative hardware and software platforms for next-generation IP-based wireless, wireline and video networks, today announced it will be showcasing its SIPware™ Prepaid and Postpaid Calling Card solutions at the Prepaid Press Expo in Las Vegas.