Google opens East London office in 'Silicon Roundabout'
In a boost for the UK’s digital media industry, Google has opened a second London Office in the city’s nascent technology quarter.
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Sky tests online local news service in North East UK
Sky is to test an online news and sports service next year, dedicated to local content from Tyne and Wear, as the broadcaster looks to capitalise on the demand for local online content and the lucrative online classifieds market.
Phone watchdog looks into ‘rogue app’ charges
UK phone watchdog PhonepayPlus has begun a ten-week public consultation on app-based mobile payments.
Data: Internet usage by country- Europe
Germany still leads the way in terms of number of web users in Europe, but the Netherlands and the Uk spend most time online.
No console required: Online next-gen gaming system launches in the UK
OnLive, a new online gaming system that gives users access to next-generation games via the internet with no need for a console, has gone live in the UK.
Gaming survey: Brits go online first for game research and purchases
Online has become the place to go to learn about, research and purchase new game titles, according to a new survey of UK gamers conducted by YouGov.
Microsoft to run live online updates on Gears of War TV ads
Microsoft is to become the first gaming company to run real-time adverts for a title on its platform, showcasing Gears of War 3 online gamers playing the game online when clips are broadcast.
Top tips: SEO Migration- Why and How?
Most web re-designs result in a dip in search rankings, which could have a knock-on effect on business. Alex Wares, Managing Director, Mediarun offers a 3-step guide to ensuring that a change in website doesn’t result in a loss of traffic…
Threat to Seatwave and Viagogo? eBay takes StubHub ticket resale site to UK
eBay is planning to launch a version of its StubHub ticket marketplace division in the UK by the end of the year, according to a news report.
Blackberry profits collapse: RIM losing battle in mobile
Lack of innovation, not reading the smartphone market trends – the once-leading mobile handset manufacturer is looking like a dinosaur. Our verdict? If it wasn’t for the Blackberry Messenger tool and the loyalty of corporates, then they’d be facing extinction. Here’s the latest on the giant’s downfall…