Illegal file-sharers to be issued ‘3 strikes’ warning letters by 2013
Ofcom expects the first file-sharing notification letters to be sent in late Spring 2013, as the UK communications watchdog looks to crack-down on internet piracy.
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Groupon lowers IPO expectations
Online daily-deals firm Groupon has lowered expectations for its initial public offering (IPO), saying in a regulatory filing Friday that it now aims to raise up to $621m.
Microsoft posts record profits: Sees Windows Phone, Xbox and Cloud as growth areas
Microsoft has announced record quarterly revenue of $17.37bn for its first fiscal quarter, with its Windows Phone, Xbox and cloud services earmarked for future growth.
Google encrypts search: Will tracking be affected?
Google account holders will now have all their searches encrypted by default for extra security, the company has announced.
Video: MC Hammer Vs. Google? Rapper launches vertical search engine
Rapper and technology enthusiast MC Hammer has launched his own internet search engine, WireDoo, with the slogan, ‘search once and see what’s related.’
Brits now spending £1 in every £10 online
British shoppers are now spending one pound in every ten online, as consumers’ switch their budgets from shops to sites, according to new official retail figures.
Mobile helps eBay sales jump 32%
Online marketplace eBay has increased its profits and sales year-on-year after continued growth in its Paypal business and mobile commerce channels.
LinkedIn expands to Asia with Japan launch
LinkedIn has launched its online professional networking service in Japanese, the first Asian language platform for the rapidly growing company as it pushes to expand in the region.
Tagman gets $5m funding boost
UK-based tag management firm TagMan has received $5m in its second round of venture capital funding.
Google planning download music store ‘with a twist’
Google is reportedly planning to launch a music download store, which it describes as having “a little twist” to the concept as the search giant continues to challenge Apple and Amazon.