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Google Maps, Local Leave Beta
The two projects have left the testing stage hand in hand, as Google has merged the two under the name Google Local.
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More on the Google – Sun Microsystems Deal
Tuesday, Google Inc. CEO Eric Schmidt and Sun Microsystems CEO Scott McNealy held a mid-morning press conference to announce a distribution partnership between the two online giants.
Four Communities Getting An AIM Presence
America Online has focused on blogging and community sites, and secured deals that make AIM the preferred or exclusive IM provider on them; it's a series of shrewd moves that enhances the value of AOL's advertising strategies.
Its Official: America Online Acquires Weblogs, Inc.
America Online Inc. announced today that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire highly successful blogging network Weblogs, Inc., for an undisclosed sum. But the $2 million per year Weblogs, Inc. was rumored earlier to be going as high as $35 million.
AOL Pings Weblogs Inc
In a move that signifies the promise and potential of the weblog, AOL is reported to be acquiring Jason Calacanis' Weblogs Inc., for as much as $35 million. The partnership could indicate that blogging is to become a powerful medium that will blur the boundaries of mainstream traditional media and citizen journalism.
Google Elects Princeton Prez To Board
Google's Board of Directors unanimously elected Princeton University's President and Professor of Molecular Biology, Shirley M. Tilghman, to join their ranks due to her reputation as a pioneer in academic research.
