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‘Massive copyright violation’ threatens one of the world’s hottest AI apps
News Corp announced Monday that it is suing AI startup Perplexity over allegations of copyright infringement on a massive scale.
Justin Timberlake might bring talent competition to MySpace
So what exactly will Justin Timberlake be doing at MySpace? Possibly turning it into a talent competition.
Justin Timberlake buys ownership stake in MySpace
You know what's cool? Owning a MySpace — at least according to singer and actor Justin Timberlake, who just helped buy the failing social network for $35 million.
MySpace sold from the bargain bin at $35 million
MySpace, the once giant social network has been sold by News Corp. for $35 million to the advertising network Specific Media.
Viacom, Time Warner call a time-out on iPad fight
Time Warner and Viacom are postponing their court battle over making TV programming available on the iPad while they try to work out a deal.
Hulu tempted to sell by mystery bidder
Hulu is being tempted to sell by a mystery bidder who's reaffirming the streaming video's company's pivotal spot in the online video world.
WSJ’s SafeHouse WikiLeaks knockoff isn’t safe, say researchers
Anonymous sources, beware: The Wall Street Journal's new service for whistleblowers, SafeHouse, has leaks of its own.
IGN acquisition of UGO confirmed, no ‘major layoffs’ expected
IGN president Roy Bahat confirms the acquisition of UGO.com along with News Corp.'s plans to spin the IGN/UGO combo out into a new company.
IGN to acquire UGO, will operate gaming-focused website outside of News Corp.
Reports indicate that IGN is set to acquire UGO, with the plan being for the former to split off from its parent, News Corp., and continue building its gaming-focused website as one of the top sources on the Internet.
A look inside News Corps’ overly optimistic MySpace sales pitch
News Corp is doing its best to make MySpace look like a catch, and it's proving to be quite the undertaking.
MySpace sale negotiations begin next week; who’s buying it?
It's been a long time coming, but News Corp is finally getting MySpace off its hands. But who's taking it home...and why?
Time Warner, Viacom go to court over TV-streaming iPad app
Time Warner Cable and Viacom have filed lawsuits against each other over the cable company's new iPad app that streams live TV.
Hulu expects to hit 1 million subscribers in 2011
Hulu says it's on track to have 1 million subscribers by the end of 2011, claiming that'll be the fastest launch of any online video subscription service.
Three reasons why MySpace is doomed
We've been hearing its death rattle for awhile now, but from the looks of it, MySpace is just about ready to kick the proverbial bucket.
Myspace up for sale as Myspace Music President Courtney Holt steps down
Myspace Music President Courtney Holt is reportedly stepping down from his post amidst rumors that parent company News Corp. is making moves to sell off Myspace.
iPad newspaper The Daily launches today
The Daily, News Corp's daily, iPad-exclusive newspaper, launches today at New York City's Guggenheim Museum.
News Corp, Apple to finally unveil The Daily February 2
After numerous delays, The Daily will premiere on the iPad February 2.
Murdoch promises iPad-exclusive The Daily in ‘the next few weeks’
From News Corp. itself, we're hearing that The Daily is weeks away.
MySpace cleaves workforce nearly in half with 500 layoffs; UPDATE: Sale or spinoff looks imminent
In more bad news for the beleaguered site, MySpace will indeed be slashing its workforce significantly.
MySpace mulling massive layoffs?
2010 wasn't great for MySpace, and 2011 might be off to a similar start. A report says the company could be slashing its number of employees in half sometime soon.
MySpace re-signs with Google for search and ads
MySpace and Google have entered into a multi-year renewal of their search and advertising deal.
Mac App Store delay, won’t be here until January
You won't be able to buy apps for your home computer until after the New Year, say inside sources.
Mac app store could be here next week
It sounds like Steve Jobs is pushing for a Mac App Store launch ASAP, and calling developers to have their apps finished and ready today.
Apple hits a wall with publishers over subscription deal
In its quest to finally offer subscriptions through the App Store, rumor has it Apple's deal with publications isn't getting any takers.
Virgin launches magazine ‘built especially for the iPad’
Richard Branson beats Rupert Murdoch to the punch in old media's race into the digital arena.
Apple and News Corp announcing subscriptions at upcoming media event?
Mark your calendars. December 9 may mark an Apple-News Corp announcement that many believe is the long-awaited introduction of subscriptions for the iPad.
News Corp warns MySpace to improve – or else
After shelling out $580 million for MySpace and getting little to show for it, News Corp is ready to administer some tough love to its under-performing Web property.