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Thursday

Business

For $3 Billion, Apple Buys Dr. Dre's Beats Electronics

The deal brings hip-hop producers Dr. Dre and Jimmy lovine into the Apple fold. And it also marks a strategic shift for the company, which has always eschewed splashy acquisitions.

For $3 Billion, Apple Buys Dr. Dre's Beats Electronics

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Tuesday

Business

Malicious Software Probe Reveals Vast Criminal Network

Authorities have charged developers and users of RAT, a software program that makes spying on an individual's computer easy. Users can capture passwords and spy on people through laptop cameras.

Malicious Software Probe Reveals Vast Criminal Network

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Thursday

Technology

FCC Votes To Open Debate On New Net Neutrality Rules

The Federal Communications Commission voted Thursday to move forward with considerations on a proposal for new open Internet rules. What exactly is in the proposal?

FCC Votes To Open Debate On New Net Neutrality Rules

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FCC To Unveil Proposed Rules To Govern Internet Traffic

Proponents of open Internet access protest in front of the FCC headquarters in Washington, D.C. The commission votes Thursday on its proposed rules amid debate about network neutrality. Elise Hu/NPR hide caption

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FCC To Unveil Proposed Rules To Govern Internet Traffic

The suggestion last month that the FCC might let Internet providers charge companies more for faster service prompted a firestorm of protest. The commission votes Thursday to begin debate on the plan.

FCC To Unveil Proposed Rules To Govern Internet Traffic

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Monday

As Drones Fly In Cities And Yards, So Do The Complaints

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As Drones Fly In Cities And Yards, So Do The Complaints

As the price of drones drops, more people are playing around with them in their cities and neighborhoods. This doesn't sit well with a lot of Americans. Are they just paranoid?

As Drones Fly In Cities And Yards, So Do The Complaints

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Saturday

Business

Apple's Win Settles Samsung's Complaint, Too

In the latest round of litigation, Samsung has been ordered to pay $119.6 million to Apple. It was a mixed verdict. The jury found that both sides violated each other's patents.

Apple's Win Settles Samsung's Complaint, Too

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Friday

Law

For Apple, A Limited Victory Against Samsung In Infringement Case

In a case between tech giants Apple and Samsung, a jury has issued a mixed verdict. The decision marks only the latest in an ongoing struggle over patents between the two companies.

For Apple, A Limited Victory Against Samsung In Infringement Case

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Thursday

How The Supreme Court Could Reshape The Tech Patent Landscape
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How The Supreme Court Could Reshape The Tech Patent Landscape

A fight over patents is unfolding between Apple and Samsung in a California courtroom. But a case before the Supreme Court could change the concept of intellectual property in information technology.

How The Supreme Court Could Reshape The Tech Patent Landscape

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Wednesday

Law

High Court Ruling Likely To Control Patent Trolls

The Supreme Court on Tuesday made it easier for companies to get their legal fees paid when they are unreasonably sued for patent infringement. Patent trolls own patents but don't make any products.

High Court Ruling Likely To Control Patent Trolls

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Friday

You Love The Cloud, But It May Not Be As Secure As You Think

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You Love The Cloud, But It May Not Be As Secure As You Think

People are storing more and more stuff online: photos, music, documents — even books. But if you're storing your digital belongings in the cloud, you should know you're giving up some rights.

You Love The Cloud, But It May Not Be As Secure As You Think

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Thursday

Life Outside The Fast Lane: Startups Wary Of Web Traffic Plan

Alexis Ohanian, co-founder of the Internet startup Reddit, says he and his partner had no connections and little money when they started the now-popular site. Tanya Kechichian/Courtesy of Hachette Book Group USA hide caption

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Life Outside The Fast Lane: Startups Wary Of Web Traffic Plan

The Federal Communications Commission's proposal would let Web companies pay for faster access. But entrepreneurs, like Reddit's co-founder, are wondering how they would have fared with such rules.

Life Outside The Fast Lane: Startups Wary Of Web Traffic Plan

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Monday

Law

Anti-Poaching Agreements May Implicate Several Tech Titans

Silicon Valley is abuzz over a class-action lawsuit that accuses some of the world's most powerful technology companies of conspiring to suppress the wages of their employees. The suit alleges that Google, Apple, Intel and Adobe agreed not to recruit one another's employees. Documents from the case show top executives at the company quarreling over each other's hiring practices and patching up disputes. The case may be settled before it comes to trial next month.

Anti-Poaching Agreements May Implicate Several Tech Titans

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Business

U.S. Supreme Court To Hear Arguments In Argentina Debt Case

The Supreme Court will hear a case on Monday that has wide implications for Argentina's teetering economy and its relations with the U.S. The case has been dragging on for more than a decade.

U.S. Supreme Court To Hear Arguments In Argentina Debt Case

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Monday

A Video Game Meant To Take Us Back To The Physical World

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A Video Game Meant To Take Us Back To The Physical World

Ingress, an innovative game from a Google startup, is designed to get its players more engaged with each other. And as the game evolves, the writers respond to actions taken by players.

A Video Game Meant To Take Us Back To The Physical World

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Friday

Twitch Boosts A New Pro Category: Video Game Player

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Twitch Boosts A New Pro Category: Video Game Player

Watching a great gamer is like watching a tennis or baseball pro: "If they're really good then you can watch and learn," says Megu Kobayashi, who watches gamers on a site called Twitch.

Twitch Boosts A New Pro Category: Video Game Player

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