Google VP Slams Apple’s Bogus Patents Against Android
Senior Vice-President David Drummond didn't mince words in his post on Google's official blog against the "bogus patents" filed against Android's partners including Samsung by rival Apple.
Putting a Price on Pollution
It might appear that I'm not supporting initiatives that protect and save the environment but this is not the case. I am and I do. For instance, at home we've installed solar power, put in a grey water system, planted drought tolerant native plants and buy organic fruit and vegetables and buy recycled products wherever possible - for instance, recycled paper and wood products. And in the office we're careful about our carbon footprint and are mindful of unnecessary waste. I'm confida...
Gold Coast Experiences Highest Office Demand in 3 Years
Australia’s Gold Coast’s office vacancy saw the highest level of demand in over three years, resulting in a long-awaited and much welcomed drop in vacancies, new research shows.
In Indonesia: Newcrest Mining Staff Dies in Helipcopter Accident
Australia's biggest gold producer Newcrest Mining Ltd (ASX: NCM) has reported that nine of its staff were killed in a helicopter incident in Indonesia on Wednesday.
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Top ten tips: buying in the US
Thinking of buying in the Land of the Free? Jodie Hannaford has some do's and don'ts for prospective investors.
Most firms do not measure social media ROI, finds global survey
Over half of executives in the food and drink industries do not measure the return on investment (ROI) they get their use of social media, according to a global just-food survey.
Retailing: Weak, But Cars Solid, Again
Retail sales fell unexpectedly in June as consumers continued to watch every dollar amid jittery global economic conditions and worries about higher interest rates.
Nominations close tomorrow for Australian HR Awards
Don't miss out! Nominations for the Australian HR Awards close tomorrow, Friday 5 August at 5pm.
Markets: Nervy Investors Quit Shares
Investors worldwide sold shares amid yesterday and overnight amid growing concerns that global economic growth has stalled as well as a surge in new tensions in the eurozone.
Economy Watch: Shopkeeper Blues
By Greg PeelRetail sales fell by 0.1% in June to be up 1.4% annually on a nominal basis. On a trend basis, sales are up 0.
Australian Dollar Outlook 08/04/2011
The Australian Dollar has opened trading around the 1.0750 level after trading lower in the overnight session.
Global Markets Overview 08/04/2011
Blue-chip stocks reversed a steep morning drop to snap an eight-day losing streak. In a volatile session, the Dow Jones Industrial Average squeezed out a gain of 29.82 points, or 0.25%, to finish at 11896.44.
Office Markets in Australia Strengthen Amid Resurgent Outlook
Office markets around Australia have strengthened amid resurgent occupier confidence, albeit CBD markets retain the lead over their suburban counterparts, new research shows.
Australian Stock Market Report - Morning 08/04/2011
The US ADP survey of private payrolls showed that employers added 114,000 jobs in July, above forecasts for a 100,000 gain. The ISM services index eased from 53.3 to 52.7 in July, below expectations for a result near 53.6.
Blackberry's 5 New Bold and Torch Phones on OS7: RIP or Back to No. 1?
Hoping to hit the bulls eye, RIM is launching not just one but five arrows: RIM is releasing 5 new BlackBerry smartphones based on the BlackBerry 7 Operating System in its largest roll-out ever.
Apple vs Samsung: 'Real' Galaxy Tab 10.1 Now Banned in Australia
South Korea-based Samsung has agreed to stop advertising or selling the Galaxy Tab 10.1 in Australia until a lawsuit between the two are resolved.
John Travolta Axed From Qantas Safety Video
Qantas Airways has sacked a John Travolta safety video from its flights, igniting union fears that CEO Alan Joyce will soon announce a major restructure of the Australian airline that will include pilots' jobs being outsourced.
Tiger’s Woes Continue Amid Further Court Hearing Delays
Singapore budget carrier Tiger Airways will not be able to fly until at least next week after a court hearing into an extension of its flying ban was postponed for the fourth time this morning.
Leighton Contractors Wins $115m ILC Sydney Contract
Leighton's (ASX: LEI) subsidiary, Leighton Contractors has secured a $115 million contract by Sydney Ports Corporation to deliver the main construction phase of the Intermodal Logistics Centre (ILC) at Enfield in South-West Sydney.
Free Tickets For Trading And Investing Expo Fri-Sat
Come and say 'Hello' to Your Editor in the weeks aheadFNArena Editor Rudi Filapek-Vandyck will be presenting at the upcoming Trading and Investing Expo in Sydney, and you are all invited to attend and say 'Hello' and have a chat after scheduled presentations on Friday and Saturda...
Australia's Services Sector Posts Modest Gains
Australia's services sectors offering accommodation, cafes & restaurants, transport & storage, property & business and personal & recreational service have recorded gains in July, according to the latest services index survey from the Australia Industry Group in collaboration with the Commonwealth Bank.
The Great Australian Nightmare
- Australian house prices are among the most unaffordable in the world- the problem is nation-wide and not restricted to cities- AMP sees little relief in sightBy Greg PeelThe rule of thumb is that house prices cross over into "unaffordable" territory when the median house price exceeds five times t...
Have your say – how are you combating the skills shortage?
Talent2's APAC Market Pulse Survey, released last month, revealed that 67% of HR executives report having experienced problems in recruiting due to skills shortgages.
Only 2 days left to nominate for Australian HR Awards
There are only 2 days left to submit your nominations for the Australian HR Awards.
Instep: Speaking the same language
The employment markets overseas are still very soft. This is notably the case in most Western economies such as the UK, Europe and the US. With this as a backdrop, what are the implications for Australian HR professionals?
Economies: China’s Still Travelling Well, Pity About The Rest
Well, I'd take the latter, over the former, which remains a fiddle and of no lasting importance except, hopefully, to remove the threat of the US defaulting on its debts.
US: Debt Deal, More Smoke And Mirrors
So there's an agreement on the US debt ceiling and spending cuts? Well, yes, but not until the Senate and the US House of Representatives approves it.
Updates: Kathmandu Stands Out, Where’s Harvey Norman’s?
Yesterday outdoor adventure wear retailer Kathmandu Holdings again confirmed that it was doing much better than the rest of the sector with another solid trading update.
Housing: Bad Quarter, Weak Year
Building approvals slumped in June, the June quarter and the year to June while house prices for the year to June and the June quarter were also lower.
Australian Stock Market Report - Morning 08/03/2011
The US Senate has passed the bill to cut spending and raise the debt ceiling. President Obama has signed the debt bill into law.
The Economy: RBA Sits and Waits
Interest rates are now on hold for at least another quarter, pushing the most logical date for a Reserve Bank decision back to the Melbourne Cup meeting on the first Tuesday in November.
The Overnight Report: All Hope Abandoned
By Greg PeelThe Dow fell 265 points or 2.2% while the S&P lost 2.4% to and the Nasdaq dropped 2.8%.In June, personal incomes in the US rose by 0.
Dear Prudence
By Greg PeelAt first glance the RBA's August monetary policy statement appears very similar to July's until one looks a little closer.
Now, Sucker Punch's InFamous Will Never Be on Xbox, WiiU
Sony Computer Entertainment announced Tuesday that long-time partner Sucker Punch Productions is joining the global development operation of Sony Computer Entertainment Worldwide Studios (SCE WWS).
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