Internet
Google's Project Loon to bring internet to the masses and benefit businesses globally
Google's latest innovation, Project Loon, aims to bring internet to the disadvantaged, but an information technology analyst says it will also facilitate new business opportunities for already connected areas.
Online retail sales surge in April
The latest data for online retail sales have shown once again the digital world is faring better than bricks-and-mortar, providing some hope despite recent lacklustre industry results.
Will Yahoo! spend up big on TV streaming service Hulu?
In less time than it takes for the average teenager to get bored, Yahoo has put its acquisition of blogging site Tumblr behind it and moved onto its next potential target, Hulu.
Massive Google Maps update targets local businesses
Businesses need to give the information contained in their Google Places accounts more attention than ever before, following a sweeping update to the popular Google Maps service which places a higher emphasis on business information.
Gold Coast, Adelaide top list of fastest-growing regions for online commerce
The Gold Coast and Adelaide have topped a list of the fastest-growing regions for online retailers, according to research released by online payments giant PayPal.
ASX100 happiest on Twitter despite Facebook reigning supreme
Half of Australia's largest companies say they're using social media, but they're not on the networks most Australians use.
Another SEO tune-up in order as Google rankings shift for Aussies, expert warns
Australian businesses have been warned to give their search engine strategies another tune-up.
Local LivingSocial head calls for hacking regulations after company suffers attack
The local head of group-buying site Living Social has said there must be more obligations placed on businesses in the event of suffering a hacking attack, saying the growing number of attacks necessitates more formal action.
Twitter hack wipes $136 billion off US stock market, SMEs urged to remain vigilant
A Twitter hacking attempt has caused havoc in the United States, with the Dow Jones shedding 143 points after the hacked Associated Press Twitter account incorrectly reported President Barack Obama had been injured in an explosion.






