Jan 8th, 2009 · Microsoft has scored a victory against Google. The two had been vying to become the default Internet search provider for Verizon's mobile phones. Verizon announced Wednesday that Microsoft is the winner. Microsoft also announced it reached a similar search engine agreement with Dell Inc. Both deals boost Microsoft's position in the competitive world of search engines and advertising.
Dec 29th, 2008 · The U.N. Relief and Works Agency is the main provider of basic services for Palestinian refugees in Gaza. Spokesperson Christopher Gunness is based in Jerusalem but travels back and forth to Gaza and is in touch with field staff there. Gunness talks with Renee Montagne about the humanitarian effects of the Israeli strikes on the people in Gaza.
Nov 25th, 2008 · The Obamas will soon undergo a historic transition in January as the nation's First Family of color enters the White House. Also making the transition will be Marian Robinson, Michelle Obama's mother. President-elect Obama has attributed the success of his campaign, in part, to Robinson's support, especially as a child care provider. A roundtable of grandmothers share advice for Robinson and discuss the special role of grandparents.
Oct 30th, 2008 · Comcast Corporation, the nation's largest cable service provider, announced Wednesday that earnings were up. The company says it lost some basic cable subscribers, but that the decline was more than made-up for by new digital subscribers. One non-profit group is urging Congress to investigate whether Comcast and other cable companies are trying to profit from the upcoming transition from analog broadcast TV to digital.
Aug 4th, 2008 · Time Warner could soon announce a plan for separating AOL's Internet dial-up and advertising businesses. The move could foreshadow spinning off the whole AOL division. Madeleine Brand speaks with Marketplace's Amy Scott about attempts to shore up the once behemoth internet service provider.
Jul 7th, 2008 · A new California company, WiFi Rail, is close to sealing a deal with San Francisco's Bay Area Rapid Transit district to build wireless Internet access throughout the transit system. If successful, the network would be the largest transit-based Wi-Fi system in the country. Over the last few years, a string of municipal wireless networks have failed.
Jun 19th, 2008 · When the city-owned TV provider in Burlington, Vermont decided to drop Al Jazeera English from its offerings, it ignited a debate over the Qatar-based television network. The city has decided to put the decision on hold, while residents weight on on whether the station fuels anti-American sentiment or is important for free speech.
Jun 12th, 2008 · The nation's eighth-largest Internet service provider has a new plan to monitor its customers' online activity — everything from Web searches and e-mail to reading sports scores — in order to create targeted advertising. But privacy experts are pushing back.