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Amazon.Com Selling Its Own iPad at Half the Price

According to various sources, online retailer Amazon.com is selling its own tablet brand -- a 7-inch tablet at first -- that would have an entry-level price of $250. Sure it's more expensive than the $99 HP TouchPad, but the TouchPad sale is only temporary as it HP is only getting rid of remaining inventory.

Samsung Has Aces Up One's Sleeve in Fight Against Apple

At this year's IFA, the world's largest consumer electronics and home appliances show, Samsung CEO Choi Gee Sung said Samsung would never acquire webOS. Korea-based Samsung already has the Bada mobile OS, which is popular in China and other parts of Asia, and it's relying on Google's assurances that it remains committed to Android partners. Motorola also has a deep portfolio of patents that can be used for Google's counterstrike against Apple and others.
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CSR Restructure Cuts 100 Jobs

CSR has announced a restructure of its Viridian Glass business that will cause about 110 redundancies, in a bid to lift profits.

Big Price Discounts Fail to Boost Fixed Rate Demand

Demand for fixed interest rate home loans increased by less than 1 percent of approvals over August despite lenders offering large reductions to the cost of their fixed term loans, according to one of Australia’s largest independently-owned mortgage broker.

Telstra CEO Believes ACCC Will Eventually Favour its SSU

Telstra Corporation is far from being alarmed over the assessment issued this week by the country’s consumer watchdog, stating that the present form of its structural separation undertaking (SSU) leaves more room for improvements.

CSR Struggles to Stay Afloat

Australian construction firm CSR announced a $22-million restructuring program after facing tough competition from cheap Chinese glass imports on the back of the high Australian dollar. The restructuring will affect some 115 jobs, The Australian reported on Thursday.

Former Centro Boss Gets Fined, CFO banned, Others Scott Free

Federal Court ruling dismays Australian shareholders and investors for its failure to impose penalties on six directors of Centro Properties Group despite violating corporate laws. The court's decision to fine former Centro CEO Andrew Scott was also criticized.

Australia Corporate Outlook Stable

Moody's Investors Service has rated Australia's corporate sector outlook as stable stable over the next 12 to 18 months although companies will remain cautions given the global economic uncertainties.

Sleeping on the Job… Recommended!

Research published in the Harvard Business Review has shown that employees can greatly improve their productivity by taking a short nap during their workday.

Instep: Influencing Diversity in the Workplace

The skill set to influence senior management is a key to success for any HR professional. There are a number of skills that make up the full range of tools that can be used to influence decisions. One the most valuable tools is building the business case for change.

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