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Web privacy guidelines viewed as ‘win’ for Google

noreply@blogger.com (Mallick Software Solutions) — Fri, 24 Feb 2012 07:19:00 +0000

Silicon Valley was alarmed. Across the country in Washington, federal lawmakers were proposing legislation that could have crippled the efforts of Web companies to collect consumer data that is crucial to selling advertisements online.

After a year of negotiations, the White House on Thursday unveiled privacy guidelines for these firms that urged them to install “do not track” technology on browsers but fell short of requiring it. Tech giants, in particular Google, breathed a sigh of relief. They would agree to curb some tracking activities, but it would largely be on their terms and wouldn’t hobble their cash cow.

“The White House announcement is a huge victory for Google on privacy,” said Jeff Chester, executive director of the Center for Digital Democracy.

The “victory” didn’t happen by accident. Google has become a major force in Washington.
Once disdainful of the lobbying tactics of other companies, Google’s Beltway operations have become nearly indistinguishable from the most powerful corporations that line K Street. Last year, it doubled the amount it spent on lobbying to $10 million and doubled the size of its employee political donation fund to $836,000.

These efforts have come as regulators are increasing scrutiny of the company’s activities. Google is facing federal probes on antitrust and privacy that could greatly shape its future. Next week, Google will roll out a privacy policy that will enable it to build more sophisticated profiles of its customers, a move lawmakers say should be investigated.
Google capped the reinvention of its Washington operations Thursday by announcing that former congresswoman Susan Molinari (R-N.Y.) will head its D.C. staff. Molinari has made public appearances on behalf of GOP presidential candidate Mitt Romney. After she left Congress in 1997, Molinari became a registered lobbyist and represented the Association of American Railroads, mortgage giant Freddie Mac and Verizon Communications, according to the Sunlight Foundation.

“She will help lawmakers better understand our company, how it works and what its impact is,” said a Google official, who spoke on the condition of anonymity. Google officials declined comment publicly on the company’s lobbying operations.

Google has hired several Republican political veterans over the past year, trying to defuse criticism by lawmakers that the firm is too cozy with the Obama administration. Chairman Eric Schmidt is a White House economic adviser, and Google’s former head of global public policy, Andrew McLaughlin, was Obama’s deputy chief technology officer.

“Like a lot of tech firms, Google came in with a thought leadership think-tank approach,” said Dean Garfield, president of the Information Technology Industry Council. “But they are now realizing that you have to create an environment for success, and political communication is an important part of that.”

The amount Google spends on lobbying is a fraction of firms such as General Motors, Verizon and Boeing. But it’s a major shift for a company that has criticized politics as usual and the give-and-take relationships between lawmakers and companies.

Fast Company about the third-ranked Google.

noreply@blogger.com (Mallick Software Solutions) — Sat, 18 Feb 2012 05:51:00 +0000

"Since returning to the big office last spring, CEO Larry Page has created an executive brain trust--and now they’re transforming Google from a single product into a diversified web power," says Fast Company about the third-ranked Google.

Apple is winning in greater China

noreply@blogger.com (Mallick Software Solutions) — Sat, 18 Feb 2012 05:49:00 +0000

No points for guessing this one. Apple has been ranked as the most innovative company in the world. "iPads dominate the tablet market; Apple is winning in greater China; and new CEO Tim Cook is reportedly bringing a more humane leadership style. Until someone outplays Apple, it’s the starter," Fast Company said.

Two Indian firms among world's top innovative companies

noreply@blogger.com (Mallick Software Solutions) — Sat, 18 Feb 2012 05:43:00 +0000

Narayana Hrudayala and RedBus make it to 'The world's 50 most innovative companies' list compiled by US business magazine, Fast Company.

India-based Narayana Hrudayala (No.36) and RedBus (No.48) have been ranked among 'The world's 50 most innovative companies' list compiled by US business magazine, Fast Company. "Narayana Hrudayalaya is Walmart meets Mother Teresa," Fast Company said.

Google allowing people to use nicknames on Plus service

noreply@blogger.com (Mallick Software Solutions) — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 11:17:00 +0000

London, Jan 24 (ANI): Google's social networking site has relaxed a requirement that real names be used for making a Google+ profile, allowing people to use nicknames or pseudonyms.

Google said it would also allow maiden names and names in non-Latin scripts.

The search giant would, however, ask people to provide proof that they are known by that alternate name, The Herald Sun reports.

The proof may include a reference in a news article or a link to a blog with a "meaningful following."

Google+ rival, Facebook, requires real names. Some social networks have been reluctant to permit alternate names, arguing that real names improve trust. (ANI)

226th Birthday of John James Audubon

noreply@blogger.com (Mallick Software Solutions) — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 07:40:00 +0000

John James Audubon (April 26, 1785 – January 27, 1851) was a French-American ornithologist, naturalist, hunter, and painter. He painted, catalogued, and described the birds of North America in a manner far superior to any before him. In his embrace of America and his outsized personality and achievements, he represented the new American people of the United States……

Source & Story : http://www.google.com & http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_James_Audubon

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noreply@blogger.com (Mallick Software Solutions) — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 08:17:00 +0000

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Mobile Development Agency: Niki Technologies expand its service offerings to ...

noreply@blogger.com (Mallick Software Solutions) — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 05:51:00 +0000

Niki Technologies serves its clients with only quality web applications and mobile applications. As a leading and global brand, company expand its base from top to notch services to its affiliate partners so they serve all its clientels and its ...

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The App Internet in 2012: Defining the death of the web

noreply@blogger.com (Mallick Software Solutions) — Fri, 30 Dec 2011 05:53:00 +0000

GigaOm
In almost all of these debates people tend to confuse the “Document Web” in which HTML pages are interconnected through hyperlinks with something else: “Web Technology” – a set of standards and APIs to access system functionality in order to provide ...
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2012 tech trends: Mobile commerce, web TV, tablets

noreply@blogger.com (Mallick Software Solutions) — Fri, 30 Dec 2011 05:50:00 +0000

CTV.ca
TORONTO — Without having insider information it's pretty much impossible to accurately predict the future direction of technology and the ideas that will become the next big things. It won't be long before just about every new smartphone comes ...
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iPhone ‘becoming less popular’

noreply@blogger.com (Mallick Software Solutions) — Fri, 23 Dec 2011 10:25:00 +0000

Research from the uSwitch.com mobile tracker found that HTC handsets, which are made in Taiwan, were doing particularly well.

The firm compiled a ranking of the most prized smartphones, based on web searches and sales, and HTC were in each of the top three places with its Desire, Desire HD and Wildfire models.

Samsung and BlackBerry also beat the iPhone with their smartphones.

Part of the reason for the non-Apple smartphones gaining ground is that the Android open software which they use has been intensively developed for “apps” which allow specific, often quirky, functions.

Previously Apple had this market almost entirely to itself, and the rivals are often cheaper on contract.
Story and source : http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/mobile-phones/8342176/iPhone-becoming-less-popular.html

Facebook to Enrich Mobile With HTML5

noreply@blogger.com (Mallick Software Solutions) — Fri, 23 Dec 2011 10:19:00 +0000

Facebook has an internal tool for developing mobile applications primarily using HTML5, which eventually should allow it to bring every feature of its Web...