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Honda enters talks with Alphabet's Waymo on self-driving technology - CNBC

21-12-2016 23:26

CNBC
Honda enters talks with Alphabet's Waymo on self-driving technology
CNBC
Honda Motor's R&D unit said on Wednesday it has entered into formal talks with Alphabet's Waymo to add self-driving technology to its vehicles. Honda will initially provide vehicles modified to accommodate Waymo's self-driving technology which would ...
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Micron Technology Stock Jumps On Q1 Earnings Beat, Q2 Guidance - Investor's Business Daily

21-12-2016 22:58

Investor's Business Daily
Micron Technology Stock Jumps On Q1 Earnings Beat, Q2 Guidance
Investor's Business Daily
Memory chipmaker Micron Technology returned to sales and earnings growth late Wednesday when it reported fiscal first-quarter results. (Micron Technology). PATRICK SEITZ; 12/21/2016. Facebook · Twitter · LinkedIn · Print · Share · Reprints. Memory ...
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Walmart Testing Blockchain Technology for Supply Chain Management - Bitcoin Magazine

21-12-2016 22:16

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Walmart Testing Blockchain Technology for Supply Chain Management
Bitcoin Magazine
U.S. retail giant, Walmart, is about to start a major test of blockchain technology for supply chain management, The Wall Street Journal reports. A pilot project, which will start in the first quarter of 2017 and run for four months, plans to leverage ...and more »

Is technology changing our relationship with music? - Futurity: Research News

21-12-2016 21:04

Is technology changing our relationship with music?
Futurity: Research News
Technology has helped drive the popularity of music festivals, while also revising the experiences people have with live music, according to Brian Moon. Events like the SnowGlobe Music Festival in California, Decadence New Year's Eve in Colorado, and ...and more »

Nokia sues Apple for infringing technology patents - CNBC

21-12-2016 20:01

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Nokia sues Apple for infringing technology patents
CNBC
The company said it filed several complaints against Apple in Germany and the United States. Nokia said since agreeing to a license covering some patents in 2011, Apple has declined subsequent offers to license its technology, which it said are used in ...
Apple sued by Nokia amid technology patent disputeABC Online
Nokia Sues Apple for Allegedly Violating 32 Technology PatentsEntrepreneur
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Rendered cashless, people now embrace technology - The Hindu

21-12-2016 19:34

The Hindu
Rendered cashless, people now embrace technology
The Hindu
A smartphone-wielding customer scans QR code for making Paytm payment at Nani's tea vending outlet at Tirumala. | Photo Credit: A_D_Rangarajan. Staff Reporter. TIRUPATI: December 22, 2016 00:03 IST. Updated: December 22, 2016 00:03 IST. more-in.and more »

'Assistive Technology' in need of assistance - Jerusalem Post Israel News

21-12-2016 18:27

Jerusalem Post Israel News
'Assistive Technology' in need of assistance
Jerusalem Post Israel News
In order to encourage entrepreneurship and innovation in the field of assistive technology and promote substantial social change, various sectors must join forces. Top Israeli tech executives talk. (photo credit:Courtesy). Share on Facebook Share on ...

Technology 'the way forward' to control UK borders after Brexit - Sky News

21-12-2016 18:23

Technology 'the way forward' to control UK borders after Brexit
Sky News
Experts say hard borders can be breached but it is not possible to "go through" surveillance cameras and facial recognition. 13:10, UK, Thursday 22 December ...and more »

Technology 'the way forward' for UK borders - Sky News

21-12-2016 18:23

Technology 'the way forward' for UK borders
Sky News
Experts say hard borders can be breached but it is not possible to "go through" surveillance cameras and facial recognition. 13:10, UK, Thursday 22 December 2016. Traffic passes a border sign at Newry as you enter Northern Ireland from the south.and more »

Super Mario Game Sets Download Record But Nintendo Shares Lose

21-12-2016 16:36

Nintendo shares have lost 11 percent since the launch as the latest game to feature Nintendo's princess-rescuing Italian plumber received negative reviews from users mainly complaining about its $9.99 one-time cost, rather than the usual model of paying small amounts for special features.

Ola and Uber Should Have Minimum Interference by Government: HC

21-12-2016 16:36

Stressing that the regulations should encourage everyone to go for a futuristic scheme providing for use of "clean fuel and cleaner public transport".

Netflix Twitter Account Hacked by OurMine

21-12-2016 16:36

Several mocking tweets were sent from the Netflix US Twitter account.

NASA Mars Orbiter Spots 'Spiders' on Mars

21-12-2016 16:36

Researchers using NASA's Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter (MRO) report the first detection of cumulative growth, from one Martian spring to another of channels resulting from the same thawing-carbon-dioxide process believed to form the spider-like features.

Governments Cannot Force Telecom Firms to Store All Data, Says EU court

21-12-2016 16:36

Attacks in Europe from France to Belgium - and, on Monday, in Berlin - have reinforced calls for security agencies to be given greater powers, while privacy advocates say mass retention of data is ineffective in the fight against such crimes.

BSNL DataMail: Here's How to Get Free Email IDs in 8 Indian Languages

21-12-2016 16:36

Now BSNL broadband users will be able to open an email ID via DataMail Android app service in eight Indian languages.

Bengaluru-Based TeamIndus Ties up With Japan's Hakuto to Carry Rover to Moon

21-12-2016 16:36

This is a first-of-its-kind collaboration of two private space enterprises competing in the Google Lunar XPRIZE, said TeamIndus which signed a launch contract to land a spacecraft on the moon with Indian space agency Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) earlier this month.

Airtel 'V-Fibre Broadband Offers 3 months Free Data

21-12-2016 16:36

Airtel has launched a broadband plan for fixed-line users along with free calls in the financial capital, upping its play in the competitive sector.

Aircel Brings New Recharge Plans For Rs 23 And Rs 348

21-12-2016 16:36

For recharge of Rs 23, Aircel customers will get unlimited local and STD calling across any networks with a validity of one day, Aircel said in a statement.

Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Six Months Review: Still The Champion Android Flagship

21-12-2016 14:12

After using the Samsung Galaxy S7 edge for almost seven months, here is what I feel about the phone’s performance and whether is it still a good buy.

Motorola Moto Z Play Review: The Best Modular Smartphone Bet For Rs 24,999

21-12-2016 14:12

The Motorola Moto Z Play is an all-rounder for the price of Rs 24,999 and is definitely recommended. However, if you are not too much keen on investing on additional Moto Mods, then the Moto Z Play makes little sense.

Here's How ISRO Made us Proud in 2016: Noteworthy Achievements in Space Technology

21-12-2016 14:12

The year 2016 was a bag of mixed fortunes for the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) with successes on the technological front and setbacks on the legal front.

Soon Extend Your Smartphone's Battery Life by Scrolling

21-12-2016 11:47

Scientists from Pennsylvania State University have claimed to have developed a device made out of an organic polymer that converts the mechanical energy from touching a smartphone screen or when a raindrop falls on it into electricity, using a new energy harvesting concept.

Now Amul Outlets to Accept MobiKwik Payments

21-12-2016 11:47

The facility can be used at 7,000 Amul outlets and three lakh Amul multi-brand outlets and retailers across the country, MobiKwik said in a statement.

Apple is Now Selling Refurbished Apple Watches

21-12-2016 11:47

According to a report in the Verge on Tuesday, most of the discounts range from around 14 to 16 percent.

Union Calls New Strikes at Amazon's German Warehouses

21-12-2016 11:47

Germany is Amazon's second-biggest market after the United States, with 11,000 warehouse staff plus thousands of seasonal workers.

Top 5 Moto Phones Under Rs 16,000 in 2016

21-12-2016 11:47

Lenovo-owned Moto launched the Moto M on December 13 a starting price of Rs 15,999.

TDK Corp to Buy Chip Maker InvenSense for $1.3 Billion

21-12-2016 11:47

TDK said it will pay $13 per share to buy all of InvenSense, representing a 19.9 percent premium to the U.S. company's closing price.

Paytm Accuses 7 More Customers of Cheating it; CBI Registers Fresh FIR

21-12-2016 11:47

CBI has filed FIR against seven customers listed by the company in its new complaint and unknown officials of Paytm.

NASA Orbiter Detects Infant Versions of Martian 'Spiders'

21-12-2016 11:47

The troughs are resulting from the same thawing-carbon-dioxide process believed to form the spider-like features, the researchers said.

Facebook Launches News Feed Messages To Counter Google Doodle

21-12-2016 11:47

Messages from Facebook will appear at the top of News Feed as per this programme.

Top 5 Apps for 2016 You Should Download on Your iPhone

21-12-2016 09:29

Apple apps have had a great response in the year 2016.

Instagram Now Lets You Add Stickers, Hands-Free Videos to Stories

21-12-2016 09:29

Now, Instagram users do not have to hold down the video button to record a video anymore.

HTC set to reveal something â€˜For Uâ€™ on January 12

21-12-2016 08:21

Most phone makers these days go such marketing strategies to catch the attention of customers by providing minimum information and drive discussion forums on social media.

Vodafone Launches 4G Services in Nagpur

21-12-2016 07:17

Vodafone said 4G services will be made available in several more towns and cities across the state by March 2017.

Now a Purse That Will Charge Your Smartphone

21-12-2016 07:17

The idea isn't new.HButler has been selling the Mighty Purse phone-recharging purse in the US since 2013, but for 2017 it has taken the original idea and expanded it to a full range of accessories in different styles and with different capacity rechargeable cells.

LG Brings 'ProBeam' For Home Cinema Fans

21-12-2016 07:17

Though LG has built a solid reputation for the quality of its high-end LED projectors, this new device is the first that it has built specifically for use in and around the average home.

Huawei Eyes Buying Israeli Cyber Company HexaTier

21-12-2016 07:17

The negotiations follow a visit by Huawei Chief Executive Officer Ren Zhengfei to Israel several weeks ago.

Hillary Clinton Lawyer Blasts FBI Post Email Search Warrant Release

21-12-2016 07:17

In his letter to Congress, Comey said emails potentially related to the investigation had been discovered in an "unrelated case."

Facebook Introduces 'Live Audio' Feature

21-12-2016 07:17

Facebook has witnessed some Pages find creative ways to go live and reach audiences with audio only by using the Facebook Live API or by adding a still image to accompany their audio broadcast.

BlackBerry Boosts Outlook on Software Growth

21-12-2016 07:17

BlackBerry is also investing C$100 million ($75 million) in a new autonomous vehicle testing hub in Ottawa it hopes will bring in revenue in 2018, and building up a cyber security consulting practice.

Airtel to Acquire Orascom's Share in MENA Cable Company

21-12-2016 07:17

The agreement has been signed with Orascom Telecom Media and Technology Holding SAE.

Watch Video: Here's How Mark Zuckerberg is Using Jarvis AI to Control His Home

21-12-2016 07:17

Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg has created his own Jarvis AI (Artificial Intelligence) like in Iron Man to control his home.

Southwest Airlines Website Back Up After Technical Glitch

21-12-2016 07:17

The No.4 U.S. airline tweeted that it was facing issues related to checking in.

Apple Going to Make Dual SIM iPhones Soon?

21-12-2016 07:17

Papers filed with China's State Intellectual Property Office suggest that a dual SIM-slot will allow the iPhone to support two numbers in a single handset.

Twitter CTO Adam Messinger to Leave the Company After 5 Years

21-12-2016 04:05

Messinger had been working with Twitter for five years and became the CTO in March 2013. Prior to joining Twitter in 2011, he was vice president of development at Oracle Corp.

Nasscom, GTARC Team Sign MoU to Drive Innovation in Internet of Things

21-12-2016 04:05

The CoE-IoT is a joint initiative between the Department of Electronics and Information Technology (DEITY), Education and Research Network (ERNET) and Nasscom.

EU Charges Facebook of Providing Misleading Information in WhatsApp Takeover

21-12-2016 04:05

The Commission - which approved the transaction without conditions - said it did not only rely on the information about the possibility of matching user accounts when reviewing the deal.