Amazon wins the 2012 holiday season
Amazon's holiday period this year was its most successful to date, with the company not only ranking top of a survey of online retailers' customer service, but sales also reached a new peak with more than 25 million items being sold per day at one point.
Astronomers find a livable planet 12 light-years from earth
Researchers have reportedly discovered a new system of planets surrounding a sun-like star that contains one planet that could support life.
The Queen’s annual Christmas speech to be broadcast in 3D this year
British citizens with 3D glasses can invite the Queen into their living rooms as the annual Christmas broadcast from Her Majesty gets transmitted in 3D.
Despite what you’ve learned, scientists say the IQ doesn’t exist
According to a new study from the University of Western Ontario, the IQ is a myth. Somewhere, MENSA is crying.
Amazon names its 10 best-selling books of 2012, and half were originally self-published digitals
Amazon has released its annual list of the ten best-selling books on the site, and a full half started life online as self-published works.
Google attempts new defense against Viacom lawsuit: Spreadsheet snark
It never fails: If you're looking to press home the disdain you have for a particular topic, sarcasm remains a formidable tool. Just ask Google, whose latest legal motion in the ongoing battle agains Viacom over YouTube copyright infringement is a classic of the artform.
Publishers sign new ebook retailer contracts following DOJ action
Simon & Schuster has signed new pricing agreements for its ebooks, closing out the new discount structure for the three publishers who settled with the DOJ earlier this year over the issue of agency pricing.
Roku CEO on future: Smaller, cheaper, more content
Like a streaming device shark, Roku plans to keep moving in order to stay alive in the singularity-obsessed tech market. Speaking at a conference today, the company's CEO talked about new models, low price points and future partners.
The fake DVD rights deal the size of a house
What happens when you owe $7 million to a DVD company you attempted to defraud, and you haven't paid up? Apparently, they launch a lawsuit seeing if you've also defrauded them out of your house, as well.
What if TVs became replaced as the screen of choice for Americans?
Everyone assumes that "second screening" means accessing the Internet while watching the television. But what happens if the dominance is switched so that television becomes the optional addition in the process?
British politician prepares to sue at least 20 Tweeters for libel
After receiving damages from the UK's two most high profile television broadcasters over false allegations of sexually abusing children, a British politician has turned his attentions to those who Tweeted commentary and jokes about the situation.
Disney shutters Disney Movies Online
On the same day that Disney confirms that it's closing its American Video on Demand service, it announced a new Spanish VOD offering. What is the House of Mouse up to?
Women, democrats vote big on Facebook
Facebook has taken a look at its voting demographic, and it's turned out to be predominantly female, democratic and, interestingly enough, fond of Paul Ryan.
Would you use an e-book version of Netflix?
Is the only thing standing between you and literary indulgence a lack of time and material to read? A new start-up that aims to put an entire library at your fingertips through your smartphone aims to change that.
Dish literally wins some and loses some in ongoing DVR lawsuits with TV networks
A continuing legal battle between Dish Network and the broadcast networks it carries over whether or not ad-skipping DVR technology should be allowed had two decisions passed down this week - But if you think either one will bring the fight to a close, you'll soon have another think coming.
Surprise! The man who claims to own Facebook can’t seem to keep a lawyer
A man who claims he owns 83 percent of Facebook has just lost his lawyer, after the latter filed legal papers of his own to be released from the case. Bad timing: Said man has also just been arrested for falsifying evidence to support his claim.
LinkedIn partners with YouTube to offer easier B2B video ads
LinkedIn is making it much easier for businesses to advertise for B2B connections on its site, partnering with YouTube to allow businesses to upload their own video ads.
The CW finally enters the On Demand age with new deal with Comcast
The CW has signed with Comcast to offer shows on demand for the first time in the channel's six year history. Finally, no excuse to miss an episode of "Hart of Dixie!"
Rest in Peace, Ceefax
This weekend, the BBC's Ceefax service received its final updates, bringing an end to the system that offered British viewers a taste of the Internet twenty years early.
FTC launches ‘Robocall Challenge’ to end telemarketing nightmare
The FTC has launched a contest to find the best way to block robocalls from telemarketers. As if a cessation of robo marketing wasn't enough, turns out that there's also $50,000 in it for the winner, as well.
Do you remember Facebook political ads? If not, you’re not alone
The penetration rate of political advertising on Facebook isn't the kind of thing that is likely to impact the results of any electorial race, according to a new study that claims that voters just don't remember the ads that they've seen.
JibJab gets political with the Great American Dance Off!
Want to declare your political allegiance in such a way that demonstrates that you have a sense of humor about the entire horse race? JibJab is here to help, with the Great American Dance Off.
