Apple battles ebook conspiracy in US court
Apple squares off with the US government in court Monday in a trial accusing the iconic tech firm of leading a conspiracy to boost the price of ebooks.
Business
Jun 3, 2013
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Huawei lashes out at ex-CIA chief over spying claims
Chinese telecoms giant Huawei has hit back at allegations by a former CIA chief that the company spies for Beijing, labelling them "defamatory" and "baseless".
Business
Aug 2, 2013
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American Airlines tech leader talks about outages, hackers
A government report this month highlighted the frequency of computer outages at airlines, which can stop passengers from checking in for flights, and even prevent planes from taking off.
Business
Jun 30, 2019
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US government takes leap into the Internet 'cloud'
The US government took a leap into a cloud computing future on Tuesday, opening up an online storefront where agencies can purchase the Internet-based services.
Internet
Sep 15, 2009
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US seizure of journalist records called 'chilling'
The US government's secret seizure of Associated Press phone records had a "chilling effect" on newsgathering by the agency and other news organizations, AP's top executive said Wednesday.
Telecom
Jun 19, 2013
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US ups pressure on Europe over 5G infrastructure from China's Huawei
The US upped pressure on Europe Wednesday to avoid turning to Huawei for 5G telecom infrastructure, with a top commander saying NATO forces would cease communicating with their German colleagues if Berlin teams up with the ...
Business
Mar 14, 2019
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US class-action ebook price-fixing suit can proceed
A judge Tuesday allowed a class-action case to proceed against Apple and six publishing houses alleging a price-fixing scheme for electronic books, citing "ample" indications of a conspiracy.
Business
May 15, 2012
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Internet has become 'surveillance machine': Assange
WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange blasted the mainstream media, Washington, banks and the Internet itself as he addressed journalists in Hong Kong on Monday via videolink from house arrest in England.
Internet
Nov 28, 2011
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US Energy Dept blocks participation in China's 'Thousand Talents' program
The US Department of Energy has moved to block its scientists from participating in China's controversial "Thousand Talents" program in order to protect US competitive strengths and national security.
Other
Jun 13, 2019
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Viewpoint: Gold mining is one of the world's most destructive and unnecessary industries—here's how to end it
The 16th-century King Ferdinand of Spain sent his subjects abroad with the command: "Get gold, humanely if possible, but at all hazards, get gold." His statement rings true today. Gold remains one of the world's most expensive ...
Environment
Feb 14, 2023
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