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The International Herald Tribune
IHT.com Tech Alert
Paris, Friday, May 9, 2008
Microsoft calls on movie makers to promote Vista
The contest is another example of the popular marketing trend known as user-generated content.
- Gates says Microsoft will go it alone
- Small victory for Microsoft's Zune over iPod

Chief fuels talks of Deutsche Telekom takeover of Sprint Nextel
As the company reported soaring profit, the Telekom chief executive, Rene Obermann, said he would not rule out a deal.
- Under pressure, telecoms in Europe seek acquisitions
- 2 setbacks for Deutsche Telekom

Gadget lovers, take note
Sooner or later, everything goes digital, but an effective version of that old standby, the pen, has been elusive.
- Tech expert says gadgets stymie innovation

Facebook and U.S. states agree to safeguards
The changes include banning convicted sex offenders from the site and limiting older users' ability to search online for subscribers under 18.

Cablevision to build wireless network
The company said that with over half the homes in its coverage area subscribing to high-speed Internet service, it had the "critical mass" to begin offering a wireless broadband service.

Murdoch keeps his sights on Newsday
Rupert Murdoch voiced skepticism that Cablevision can succeed in its bid for Newsday, the newspaper now at the center of a tussle among three New York moguls.

MTV to sell media buyers on ads mimicking shows
"We're looking to redefine the commercial experience," said John Shea, who runs the integrated marketing division for MTV and VH1.

TV Guide back on the selling block
Days after getting new owners and new editors, the long-troubled TV Guide is back on the block.

Bharti pursues MTN amid talk of rival bids
Some analysts put Chinese telecommunications companies at the top of their lists of possible suitors.
- Under pressure, telecoms in Europe seek acquisitions
- 2 setbacks for Deutsche Telekom

Austrian city asking for polite cellphone use
Graz last month issued a plea to its citizens not to use cellphones on public transportation.

Grand Theft Auto sales top $500 million
The sales exceed projections of industry analysts and have the potential to drive up the price of a takeover by Electronic Arts.
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