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Twitter takeover talks didn't go anywhere

Fri, 11th Feb 2011
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Google and Facebook's exploratory acquisition talks with Twitter have stalled, with a hefty price tag of $8-10 billion cited.
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Google hails the internet's next chapter

Mon, 7th Feb 2011
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Google announces the transition to IPv6, ensuring the internet's vast expansion and addressing the looming shortage of IP addresses.
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Android Market launches on the web

Thu, 3rd Feb 2011
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Google has launched the web version of Android Market, letting users browse, share, and download apps from their desktops for the first time.
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Google catches Bing cheating

Wed, 2nd Feb 2011
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Sting operation finds Microsoft's search engine copying Google results and displaying them as its own, says Google.
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WatchGuard sees 25% growth in ANZ

Wed, 2nd Feb 2011
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An increase in purchase demand from SMBs and enterprises drives revenues to their highest yet for the security firm.
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Splosion Man dev unveils The Gunstringer for Kinect

Wed, 2nd Feb 2011
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Twisted Pixel unveils 'The Gunstringer' for Kinect, letting players puppeteer an undead cowboy through a revenge-filled, stage-styled adventure.
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Microsoft registers 'kinecthalo.com' domain

Wed, 2nd Feb 2011
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Microsoft's registration of kinecthalo.com hints at a potential Kinect-enabled Halo game, spurring speculation amid rumours of a remake of Halo: Combat Evolved.
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Miyamoto: Super Mario Bros. 3DS in development

Wed, 2nd Feb 2011
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Super Mario Bros creator Shigeru Miyamoto is working on a new game for the Nintendo 3DS, harnessing the capabilities of the platform.
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Google gives Egypt a new voice

Tue, 1st Feb 2011
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Speak-to-tweet service offers people on the ground a way to still be heard on the internet without a connection.
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The beginners guide to Google Earth

Tue, 1st Feb 2011
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You've probably heard of Google Earth. You know the giant map that you can download to your computer and look into the backyard of your neighbours?.
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Shock as Schmidt cashes up $335 million from Google

Fri, 21st Jan 2011
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Eric Schmidt announces he will step down as Google's CEO and may sell up to USD $335 million in company stock, raising speculation among investors.
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Google names new CEO

Fri, 21st Jan 2011
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Google shakes up its leadership: Eric Schmidt steps down as CEO, handing over daily operations to co-founder Larry Page, starting April 4.
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Google targets the internet's 'bad apples'

Fri, 3rd Dec 2010
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Plans in place for a major push against those who infringe copyright, including acting on takedown requests within 24 hours.
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Microsoft's Bing to access your Facebook 'Likes'

Fri, 15th Oct 2010
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Microsoft strengthens ties with Facebook with deal to integrate content from Facebook straight into Bing's search results.
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Google targets car safety

Mon, 11th Oct 2010
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Google is utilising its data centres to innovate car safety with self-driving technology, aiming to prevent traffic accidents, save time, and reduce emissions.
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Google announces new TV partners

Tue, 5th Oct 2010
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Google TV partners with Turner Broadcasting, NBC Universal, HBO, and NBA to integrate web content and applications, redefining the living room experience.
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Five tips for Google's Priority Inbox

Fri, 10th Sep 2010
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Google's new Priority Inbox aims to streamline email management, offering tips on customisation, training the system, filtering essentials, and quick archiving.
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Are Google searches biased?

Wed, 8th Sep 2010
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A Texas AG is suing Google over alleged search biases, claiming the tech giant stifles competition by manipulating rankings.
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New version of Chrome released today

Fri, 3rd Sep 2010
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Google's popular browser, Chrome, is celebrating its second year anniversary with the release of an updated, and reportedly quicker, version.
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Getting Ranked in Google

Wed, 1st Sep 2010
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Google Places boosts local businesses by making it easier to appear on page one, to those searching with local intent. A golden opportunity awaits.