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LulzSec claims an end to hacking campaign

Mon, 27th Jun 2011
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LulzSec bids farewell to hacking, citing boredom, amidst questions on their dissolution following a member's arrest in England.
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Stolen password analysis reveals bookish trend

Fri, 17th Jun 2011
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Analysis of stolen passwords uncovers a literary flavour, with 'romance' and 'mystery' popular among users, hinting at bookworm habits.
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Desert Zombie brings FPS to iOS

Fri, 10th Jun 2011
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Desert Zombie: Last Stand brings thrilling FPS action to iOS, powered by Unreal Engine for console-quality gameplay.
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iOS 5 already jailbroken

Wed, 8th Jun 2011
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Hackers jailbreak Apple's new iOS 5 just days after its announcement, using limera1n exploit on an iPod Touch, showcasing a tethered breakthrough.
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Sony hacked again; more user details compromised

Fri, 3rd Jun 2011
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Sony suffers another major data breach as hacker group Lulzsec leaks personal details of over 1 million users.
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Social media gives journalism a run for its money

Wed, 1st Jun 2011
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Social media not only circulates news but also enhances the reach of quality journalism, turning Facebook 'likes' and LinkedIn shares into valued endorsements.
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Celebrity fail of the month

Wed, 1st Jun 2011
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Jersey Shore star, Snooki, receives an unconventional gift from fashion designers - a bag from a rival's brand.
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Not intended to be a factual statement

Wed, 1st Jun 2011
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U.S. Senator Jon Kyl's less than factual statement has made its way onto Twitter, providing users with some serious laughs at Kyl's expense.
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3. Indispensible Apps

Wed, 1st Jun 2011
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Unlock peace of mind with BlackBerry Protect and never miss your fave shows with Sky's app. RockMelt and Songsterr define today's must-have apps.
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The end of illegal file-sharing (for good this time)

Wed, 1st Jun 2011
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New Zealand has enacted a decisive anti-piracy bill prohibiting illegal file-sharing, despite major public outcry and the resurrection of blackout protests.
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Information 2.0: opportunities for the channel

Wed, 1st Jun 2011
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Amid rapid digital transformation, resellers emerge pivotal as businesses navigate Web 2.0 challenges, from data security to embracing collaboration.
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Twitter welcomes TweetDeck to the nest

Thu, 26th May 2011
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Twitter secures its future by acquiring TweetDeck, enhancing its offer to power-users and brands in a bid to monetise tweets effectively.
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Opera encores on iOS

Wed, 25th May 2011
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Opera Mini refreshes iOS with a 90% data compression edge, zippy browsing, and sleek social sharing. Grab it free from the App Store.
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Windows Phone Mango announced

Wed, 25th May 2011
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Windows unveils Mango for Windows Phone, offering seamless integration and free updates for WP7 customers from autumn.
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Internet a-Twitter with super-injunction scandal

Tue, 24th May 2011
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UK in uproar as footballer sues Twitter over super-injunction breach, igniting debate on free speech and privacy laws.
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Social Media & Mobile Marketing forums

Mon, 23rd May 2011
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Two upcoming Bright*Star conferences bring social media and mobile marketing gurus together to share their knowledge.
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Presentation: Getting the most out of your Mac at work

Mon, 23rd May 2011
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Macworld has teamed up with the author of the 'Mac at Work' book to present a webcast on getting the most out of your Mac in the workplace.
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Live-tweet session with packet capture pioneers announced

Fri, 20th May 2011
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Riverbed is hosting a live-tweet Q&A with packet capture pioneers Steve McCanne, Loris Degloanni and Gerald Combs.
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Twitter for Mac's first major update

Fri, 13th May 2011
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Twitter for Mac revamps with its first major update, introducing multitasking with multiple timelines, enhanced DMs, and more user-friendly features.
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RIM launches Blackberry Torch

Tue, 3rd May 2011
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RIM introduces the BlackBerry Torch 9800 in NZ, blending touch with a slide-out keyboard, enhanced messaging, and social media integration.