Apple have added an option to the iTunes Store whereby users can store purchased content in the cloud for downloading at their leisure. The feature applies to movies, TV shows and music box sets. More...

It seems that Intel is planning to improve its GPU offerings, entering into a deal with Creative to licensing ZiiLabs 3D graphics technology and integrate the ZiiLabs team into the Intel fold. More...

Microsoft has confirmed that it will purchase Yammer for $1.2 billion. Yammer is a leader in providing corporate social platforms; you can see the press release after the break. More...

This weekend we ask you a very simple question: based on your experiences using the Windows 8 Consumer Preview, would you buy the operating system? Place your votes and enjoy the weekend More...

Hulu has not been shy about its intentions of wanting to be purchased by a larger corporation. There have been many rumors about who has actually been in talks with the organization over the past... More...

When Microsoft teamed up with Nokia to create WP7 hardware, it showed a massive shift in strategy for Nokia. But if rumors hold true, then this may only be the start of a massive acquisition... More...

TechCrunch has quickly grown to be one of the driving forces behind the huge and dynamic world of online technology news media. In its five years of life, founder Michael Arrington has grown his news... More...

This morning, Intel announced in a press release that they will be purchasing the computer security giant McAfee to the tune of $7.68 billion. According the release, Intel wants to integrate security as part of... More...

TechCrunch is reporting that Like.com is in the 'final stages' of a deal that would see the site and its technology become part of Google; the deal is said to be costing Google 'upwards' of... More...

Google announced that it has acquired another small company today, Picnik.com. According to Yahoo.com, the financial terms for the deal were not disclosed; Picnik employs 20 people and is 5 years old. The 20... More...

The proposed $3.1bn merger of search giant Google and online advertising company DoubleClick would lead to "a massive violation of data privacy rights", a German privacy watchdog has warned. The Data Protection Commissioner of the... More...

Intel has signed a definitive agreement to purchase software developer Havok Incorporated, a company that provides various software development tools to digital animation and game developers as well as one of the largest providers for... More...

Between July 1 and September 30, the Blu-ray Disc Association will offer five free movies to new U.S. owners of Blu-ray Disc players (from any company). The deal applies to the PlayStation 3 as well,... More...

Privacy groups have lodged a complaint with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) over Google's proposed acquisition of online advertising company DoubleClick. The merger will give the combined company unprecedented power, they argue. Three groups have... More...

At the same time that VoIP provider Vonage attempts to reorganize and cut costs during the company's darkest hour, rumors are beginning to fly that an acquisition may be imminent, and at the top of... More...

The backers of the One Laptop Per Child project plan to release the machine on general sale next year. But customers will have to buy two laptops at once - with the second going to... More...

ATI Technologies lost ground in every major graphics product category during the third quarter, and its acquisition by Advanced Micro Devices is likely to blame, according to Jon Peddie Research. The purchase put ATI directly... More...

We know that YouTube has had informal talks with a number of companies about acquisition in the $1.5 - $2 billion range. And I suspect Google won't be daunted by the prospect of dealing with... More...

U.S. computer giant Hewlett-Packard is adding a touch of flair to its all-business reputation by buying Calgary-based VoodooPC, the company announced this evening. VoodooPC produces idiosyncratic, one-of-a-kind high-performance computers, mostly for gamers. Co-owner Ravi Sood... More...

Only around 10% of PCs to be shipped in the fourth quarter of this year are equipped with MCE (Windows XP Media Center Edition) and consumers who buy the remaining 90% of PCs will need... More...

Adobe has today announced plans to purchase Macromedia for an all-stock transaction worth $3.4 Billion. Macromedia shareholders will receive 69% a share of Adobe for each one they hold, which represents approx.... More...

ZDNet UK is reporting that Microsoft UK has fired 7 employees from the global technical support centre and services team. The employees have been dismissed after it was discovered that they were abusing system privileges,... More...

Leading UK videogame retail chain GAME has made an aggressive move into the online retail space with the acquisition of online retailer Gameplay, which is expected to continue to operate as a separate brand. The... More...

Symantec Corp. on Tuesday said it has completed the acquisition of Brightmail, a maker of spam-filtering products. Symantec, which makes anti-virus and security software, said it now planned on integrating Brightmail's technology into... More...

Infinium Labs announces a stock purchase agreement worth $44 million, replacing the $15 million commitments announced in January. Infinium Labs has today announced a revised stock purchase agreement with commitments of $44... More...

Symbian shareholders are considering blocking a move by mobile handset manufacturer Nokia to take a majority stake in the UK-based mobile phone software company. Psion has agreed to sell its 31.1pc stake in Symbian to... More...

Thanks Jean-Martin A. Nintendo confirmed to IGNcube today that beginning February 9 and running through May of this year, consumers who buy a GameCube for $149.99 at participating retailers will get a free game with... More...

Think of it as Wolverine: Wetrix's Revenge. Warthog PLC, the English team currently in development with Activision's X-Men: Wolverine's Revenge and Mace Griffon: Bounty Hunter, announced today it has acquired British development... More...

id Software announced today that Quake II for the PC is now available for purchase from its site as a download. Simply purchase the game and download it immediately to begin playing on the spot!... More...

Apple and Microsoft, at MacWorld SanFrancisco today, released information with a view to getting more Apple users to try Microsoft's Office v.X for free or to entice possible new apple purchasers to buy Office v.X... More...

OK This is hot :ditsy: (for USA Residents) Thanks MaxReboot for the heads up on this one.. You get a free 15" LCD monitor when you purchase a computer from Dell or Gateway. Both systems... More...