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Man sues Facebook for $500,000 over suspended account

After having his Facebook account suspended months ago without any given reason, a New York man will sue the social network for half a million dollars.

As Egyptian protests escalate, government restricts Facebook, blocks Twitter [UPDATE: Anon targeting Egypt’s government]

Twitter announces that Egypt has blocked it, and Facebook could see a similar fate as the political upheaval continues in the country.

China warms to possibility of a muzzled Facebook

China may weaken its defense to let in the social network, but there are likely to be a few strings attached.

Will Facebook battle Skype, Google Voice with VoIP calling?

An icon appearing on several users' pages suggests that Facebook will extend its reach to VoIP calling, potentially pitting it against both Skype and Google Voice in the future.

The New York Times will publish e-book on Wikileaks drama

The New York Times will court controversy with the release of an e-book detailing its cooperation with WikiLeaks, and involvement in Cablegate.
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Facebook phone coming next month from HTC?

After numerous denials, the "Facebook phone" has reached mythic proportions that could rival the white iPhone. Yet it could be coming next month from HTC.

UProtect.it relocates your Facebook posts, tells the world you’re keeping secrets

A new, free app dubbed uProtect.it helps keep your Facebook activity discreet and off Facebook's servers.
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Intel names Black Eyed Peas’ will.i.am as director of creative innovation

The popular hip-hop artist will.i.am will offer his creative input to Intel, the world's largest chip maker.

Yahoo confirms more, less drastic, layoffs

Although less severe than its December layoffs, Yahoo will once again prune back its global workforce.

Amazon introduces doorstep delivery with AmazonTote

Amazon's free AmazonTote delivery service takes any of the remaining hassle out of online ordering - at least for Seattle residents.

Facebook ad scheme utilizes word-of-mouth with Sponsored Stories

Sponsored Stories can turn you and your product placement posts on Facebook into a brand's unofficial spokesperson.

Murdoch promises iPad-exclusive The Daily in ‘the next few weeks’

From News Corp. itself, we're hearing that The Daily is weeks away.

RIM and Microsoft making headway with app developers

Apple and Android still rule, but it looks like developers are broadening their scope with renewed interest in RIM and Microsoft platforms.

Is a white Nexus S the next white iPhone?

Get ready for this week's edition of "white phone rumors" - only this time, they aren't limited to the iPhone. Looks like Samsung can play this game too.

Panasonic stacks new Lumix cams with 1080p, 3D, social networking features

Panasonic's new Lumix updates add 3D shooting modes, more rugged features and 1080p HD video recording.

Foursquare grew over 3,000 percent in 2010

Apparently no amount of over-saturation could keep Foursquare down, as the geo-social site announces its massive growth.

Crashed US stealth fighter reborn in China’s new J-20?

The Nighthawk F-117 was shot down over 10 years ago, but some military minds believe the technology from it will rise from the ashes in China's Chengdu J-20.
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Pirate Bay wants to strike fear into recording industry with music site

Despite a host of legal troubles, The Pirate Bay bring a new music site to the table this spring that it claims the recording industry should be terrified of.

Twitter advertising revenue swiftly challenging MySpace

Twitter could triple its advertising revenue, and it looks like it will best former giant MySpace in the long haul.

Facebook spills on fundraising and IPO plans

Finally, Facebook addresses the hype and talks plans for the future.

Younger viewers shun Fox News, older viewers revere it

New numbers show many Americans becoming more and more disillusioned with Fox News, but it still gets older viewers' votes.

Mozilla blocks Skype’s glitchy Firefox toolbar extension

After realizing the VoIP plug-in was causing havoc with Firefox, Mozilla will limit its reach for the time being.

Apple challenges Nokia suit over touchscreen scrolling patent

The spat between Apple and Nokia heats up, and Apple won't be backing down.

Google Voice testing ability to port your phone number

It looks switching over to Google Voice may be possible soon, but think twice before you ditch your carrier yet.

Facebook widens reach with app for feature phones

By reaching out to feature-phone users, Facebook will poised to take over more of the world, especially in developing markets.

T-Mobile resurrects Sidekick with 4G, Android

After abandoning the phone earlier this year, T-Mobile will repackage the device with its HSPA+ network and release it later this year.
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Silicon gold rush 2.0: The next wave of high-tech IPOs

We take a look at some of the talk surrounding tech companies supposedly mulling an IPO.

Goldman clients react to losing Facebook investment

Facebook isn't the only one disappointed in Goldman's overseas-only sale of its shares. Its US clients are, too.

US investors excluded from sales of Facebook shares

After attracting too much attention, Goldman Sachs will only be selling Facebook shares to clients outside the country.

Iranian citizens get Google software, government still stonewalled

Google is attempting to bring some freedom of expression to Iranians, but the company's software will remain off limits to the Iranian government.

Angry Birds TV series in the works

It was inevitable: Rovio confirms its developing an Angry Birds show.

First leaked look at HP Palm’s webOS Topaz tablet

Apparently February 9 couldn't come soon enough: Well before HP's scheduled press event, details have started to surface on the so-called Topaz and Opal tablets from HP Palm.

Half of all Android phones now operating on Froyo

Negative attention seems to have been enough motivation for Android manufacturers and carriers to push 2.2 out to more of its users.

Notable Facebook advertiser shut down for spamming?

Earlier this morning, a Facebook advertiser was automatically installing Bing's search engine. Now, it looks like it may have already been taken down.

Is a deadlock between Samsung and carriers stagnating Android updates?

It's the stuff of playground arguments: An anonymous insider claims the manufacturer and its carriers won't back down, and it's why you don't have Android 2.2.

INQ working with Spotify on new phone

The British cell phone maker INQ has announced it will collaborate with Spotify on a new music-centric phone.

Is Samsung purposefully holding off on a Froyo update?

Samsung is being accused of holding out on its users, and the company is firing back.

Apple shares fall on Wall Street in wake of Jobs departure

Apple's stock market struggles could signal distress for the tech sector.