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Windows 8 and RT Has Twitter App Now

The social media site Twitter has launched its first app for Windows 8 and Windows RT. The newly launched Twitter app justified the platform by including Windows 8 focused features such as support for Windows 8 share, Search charms, snap view, live tiles and notifications.

Investment Opportunities in a World of Debt and Struggle

For much of its history, Australia had to wait months for news from the northern hemisphere to reach its shores. Early settlers crowded the docks when a new ship arrived from England to get the 'latest' news. It was usually delayed by at least 6 months.
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Samsung Dominates Android, Threatens HTC and Google [Videos]

Both HTC and Samsung are being watched closely by people around the world with their two monster flagship devices. HTC One M7 was launched at the recent Mobile World Congress 2013 and amazed many with its unique features such as HTC Zoe, BlinkFeed, dual-speakers with amplifiers, and HTC Voice Sense. Samsung Galaxy S IV will make its own solo performance in New York City tomorrow evening, March 14, 2013.

Samsung Dominates Android, Threatens HTC and Google (Videos

Both HTC and Samsung are being watched closely by people around the world with their two monster flagship devices. HTC One M7 was launched at the recent Mobile World Congress 2013 and amazed many with its unique features such as HTC Zoe, BlinkFeed, dual-speakers with amplifiers, and HTC Voice Sense. Samsung Galaxy S IV will make its own solo performance in New York City tomorrow evening, March 14, 2013.

Weaker China Impacting On Copper

By Jonathan BarrattCopper is not performing on the back of disappointing economic data from the number one consumer of the metal, China.

Russians Control Opel Vectra Using iPad

An iPad could be used as a remote control for an old Opel Vectra, Russian computer experts have demonstrated in a home. To move the vehicle, also sold as Holden in Australia in the late 1990s, the geeks connected servo motors to metal rods that control the wheel steering and gear selection.

Rovio Launches Angry Birds Cartoons for TV

Rovio, the Finnish creator of the popular online game Angry Birds, will launch this weekend the TV cartoon version in a bid to widen its entertainment and merchandising reach.

German Exports Increase 1.4% in January Topping Analysts’ Estimates

According to figures released on the 11th of March, German exports increased more than initially expected, exceeding analysts' estimates. Official data showed that also German imports surged significantly. After all, the German economy saw some positive signs after a contraction in the fourth quarter of 2012.

Osborne’s Bank Reform Criticized by Commission

The Parliamentary Commission on Banking Standards has criticized the Chancellor George Osborne's bank reform as it is simply unbalanced and inadequate. The Commission has underlined that the financial regulator should be given competence to separate high street and investment banking.

Alibaba bets on Jonathan Lu as new CEO

On the 11th of March, Chinese online giant Alibaba Group informed that its executive vice president Jonathan Lu would take the helm from current chief executive officer Jack Ma. The nomination was announced amid growing speculation over its forthcoming initial public offering.

BHP Firmly Rejects China’s Allegations of Iron Ore Manipulation

On the 7th of March, BHP Billiton Ltd. firmly rejected China's allegations of iron ore manipulation aimed at driving prices up, underlining that it would improve its transparency in trade with the world's second economy. China, which is the world's biggest consumer of iron ore, is convinced that three iron ore miners manipulated the market, thereby pushing prices up.

Lloyds Bank Sells 20% Stake in St. James Place

On the 12th of March Lloyds Banking Group PLC informed that it has decided to sell 20 percent of its stake in the wealth management firm St. James Place PLC in order to uphold its capital reserves. The bank is expected to reap a profit of approximately £520 million from the stake sale.

Adidas Swings to Q4 Loss

Adidas reported a fourth quarter net loss for the year ended December 2012 after goodwill impairment charges on its subsidiary Reebok brand which took a toll on its profits. In the face of heavy impairment expenses, Adidas expects lower profits for 2013.

Lean, Mean, Mining Machines

By Greg PeelIn the process of open cut mining, as opposed to underground mining, "stripping costs" are incurred.

Crunch Time For Australian Banks

This story was first published with full access for subscribers only on March 7. Due to a technical error, now resolved, a large section of the story was omitted on first publication.

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