IBT Staff Reporter

Google announced a number of partnerships on Monday in an effort to expand its Google Video service, adding music videos from two major record labels through an ad-supported model.

Sony Electronics introduced high-definition technology for medical surgery on Monday, rolling out equipment allowing practitioners to see details of patients at never-before resolutions.

Not all online social networks are the same, according to new research released this week. Internet research firm, comScore Networks, said on Thursday that significant age differences exist between the user bases of these websites.

Revenue from disk storage in the Czech Republic is expected to surge in 2006 according to market research firm, IDC.

The world's largest software maker released what is to be the final test version of its next-generation operating system, quelling fears that the new product may face further delays.

Software firm Autodesk announced late Friday afternoon that an ongoing internal review of the company's stock-options grants has uncovered issues with backdating.

Google is introducing a new search service designed to assist software engineers.

Starbucks favorites are now available on iTunes, part of an alliance announced Thursday.

Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh said on Friday his government is focusing on boosting economic growth by creating a broad consensus with trade unions and political parties.

Cisco Systems announced on Friday that it has completed an outdoor wireless network together with DHB Networks, improving public safety and driving economic development in Dublin, Ohio.

Dell announced that it is looking to hire more employees for its Ottawa customer service center on Friday, as well as create additional training programs for its existing employees.

Air Canada flew 0.4 percent fewer revenue passenger miles in September this year compared to the same period last year. Revenue passenger miles are defined as the number of available seats sold.

Small and medium businesses in Bulgaria will receive a $38 million (€30 million) loan from the European Investment Bank, the EU institution said on Thursday.

Coffee Retailer Starbucks Corp. raised its target for total number of stores worldwide from the previous goal of 30,000 to 40,000 on Thursday.

Wal-Mart said Thursday it will implement its $4 generic prescription program in Florida tomorrow. The rollout comes four months earlier than originally planned.

The International Monetary Fund urged Denmark on Thursday to slow its economic growth for next year by issuing higher interest rates.

Developing countries lacking in infrastructure and skills will not benefit from economic globalization regardless of open market access, a United Nations trade official said Wednesday.

Retailer Target Corp. reported its net sales for the five-week period prior to September 30, were up 13.4 percent.

U.K. telecoms regulator Ofcom has published draft regulations that will legalize the use of wireless transmitters for iPods and other MP3 players.

Significant age differences exist within the user bases of different social networks a new study finds, noting more than half of Myspace.com users are 35 or older.

Nvidia Corp. shares surged more than 8 percent on Wednesday amid speculation that the graphics firm may be acquired by Intel Corp, however experts said on Thursday that a sale would be irrational.

Nintendo is ramping up production of its next-generation Wii game-console, indicating that the firm should meet its expected shipment dates for this year.

Microsoft may be on track to deliver its highly anticipated next-generation operating system, one expert contends.

Brad Greenspan, founder of myspace.com, claimed on Thursday that Intermix Media Inc.'s sale of Myspace intentionally defrauded shareholders out of tens of billions of dollars.

Technologically advanced games from some of the largest game developers draw widespread attention, however a new research report indicates that mobile gaming will drive the gaming industry, led by casual and female gamers.

Europeans are visiting more photo and real-estate websites a study released on Thursday reveals.

Google launched a new program to promote literacy by harnessing the power of the internet, aggregating books maps, blogs and video together to assist teachers and educators.

Apple Computer announced the results of its internal stock options investigation on Wednesday, finding 15 instances option-backdating leading to the resignation of the firms CFO, however experts believe Steve Jobs should not be affected.

Kenya Airways will not launch scheduled flights to Congo Brazzaville tomorrow as earlier announced.Unresolved issues in negotiations on air traffic rights forced the last-minute cancellation.