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.’
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.
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.
BBC to fund digital radio roll out to UK
The BBC will pay for the rollout of the UK’s digital audio broadcasting (DAB) radio infrastructure to reach 97% of the population.
Google and Twitter reach stalemate in Realtime search talks
Twitter and Google have so far failed to reach an agreement on integrating their real-time search tools, according to a news report.
Google axes Buzz network to focus on Google+
Google is to ditch its controversial Buzz social networking tool in favor of its more successful Google+ online community.
Hulu not for sale- video site focuses on ads and subscriptions
US-based online video site Hulu has ended take-over talks with Google, Yahoo and Dish Network after its owners decided to focus on building the site’s ad and subscription revenues instead.
Microsoft $8.5bn Skype takeover confirmed
Microsoft has secured its $8.5bn acquisition of internet telephony firm Skype, after getting approval from both the European Commission (EC) and the US Federal Trade Commission.
Top 10 UK social media sites: Facebook extends lead over YouTube
Facebook increased its share of UK social network visits during September, accounting for over half of all traffic during the month, according to new research.