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Top video game markets in the world
The United States remains No. 1, but other countries, notably in Asia, are rising fast. Many countries, too, are sweetening tax incentives to lure video game developers in their quest to create jobs. Here are the top 5 video game markets for 2010, as outlined in a 2011 study by PricewaterhouseCoopers, the big accounting and consulting firm.
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10 most intriguing tablets of 2012
From the inevitable iPad 3 to the mysterious Google Nexus tablet, here are the 10 tablets to watch in 2012.
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Five surprising facts from the new Steve Jobs biography
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Data theft: Top 5 most expensive data breaches
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Seven hot cars for Valentine’s Day
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Patents dispute: Apple claims Samsung stole iPhone technology
Patents owned by Apple were ripped off by Samsung, Apple designer claims. The patents lawsuit between Apple and Samsung wrapped up its first day of testimony Tuesday afternoon.
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Searching for Sugar Man: movie review
'Sugar,' the story of the search for a musician whose career is resurrected, is a real-life fairy tale with a happy ending.
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In Gear Ford C-Max Energi: cheapest plug-in hybrid yet (after rebate)
Ford releases pricing of its 2013 plug-in hybrid. With federal rebate, Ford C-Max Energi Plug-in will cost less than $30,000 – and less than a 2012 Prius.
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Colorado shooting: Bomb squads disarm suspect's booby-trapped apartment
With the help of a robot, Colorado shooting suspect James Holmes’ booby-trapped apartment has been largely disarmed. Authorities say he planned to kill whoever entered – most likely a first responder. Also Saturday, those killed in the theater attack began to be publicly identified.
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The Circle Bastiat For shame: Who is really to blame in USOC uniforms spat?
In the face of political pressure regarding the use of Chinese manufacturers for Olympic uniforms, the USOC capitulated. But perhaps the more important question is, why is it so much more expensive to manufacture clothing domestically.
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Horizons Ouya brings free-to-play games to TVs
While gamers wait for the next Sony and Microsoft consoles, Ouya preps a $100 machine that will feature only free-to-play games. The new contender runs Android.
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Women help Spider-Man net Sony $341 million and counting
Spider-Man took in $140 million at the US box office in the first six days. Female viewers made up 42 percent of the Spider-Man movie audience
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With Wii U, Nintendo tries to combine game worlds
The Nintendo Wii U's new GamePad controller mixes Wii and iPhone gameplay.
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'Ted' wins weekend box office, 'Brave' has staying power
'Ted' earned $54 million this weekend, followed by 'Magic Mike,' at $39 million. 'Brave' came in at No. 3 with $34 million in it's second weekend.
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As Sony struggles, many see cautionary tale for Japan
Sony, whose Walkman music players once epitomized Japanese innovation, hasn't turned a profit since 2008. Many worry Sony represents a bigger problem with rigidity in Japan.
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Culture Cafe 'Sing-Off' a cappella winners Pentatonix release their first EP
The five-person a cappella group Pentatonix, who beat countless other groups to win season 3 of NBC's 'The Sing-Off' last November, are set to release their EP 'PTX Vol.1' on June 26th.
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E3 2012: Nintendo's 'comeback' gets mixed reviews
Analysis: Amidst demos of anticipated games such as "Halo 4" and "The Last of Us" at this year's Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3), Nintendo focused on its upcoming console, the Wii U. Does Nintendo's new hardware have a chance at beating Microsoft and Sony's "system-sellers"?
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Chapter & Verse Harry Potter 'Book of Spells' will come to life via Sony
J.K. Rowling's 'Book of Spells' will allow players to wave wands and cast spells using Wonderbook technology.
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No more big TV discounts? Samsung and Sony push to control pricing.
Samsung and Sony, two of the world's biggest television manufacturers, have begin setting minimum retail prices on their sets.
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Big-screen blockbuster: Chinese conglomerate gobbles up AMC chain
In what some are calling a $2.6 billion prestige play, China's big fish Wanda is swallowing AMC to create the world's largest theater chain despite the steady decline in the US industry.
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Sony stock slides as entertainment giant suffers huge earnings loss
Sony stock dipped 1.2 percent in Tokyo following the news that Sony racked up a record $5.6 billion annual loss in 2011. It was Sony's fouth straight year in the red.
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Women and 3D help 'The Avengers' set box office record (+video)
Women bought 40 percent of all tickets to 'The Avengers.' The action movie beat 'Harry Potter' in setting a first weekend box office record with $200 million in ticket sales.
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Microsoft to release $99 Xbox 360 with Kinect?
The Verge reports that Microsoft has plans to launch a $99 Xbox 360, with Kinect and a two-year subscription, "as early as next week."
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Android tablets market is on (Kindle) Fire
Android tablets: Kindle Fire accounted for more than half of all sales by February. But can Amazon's Android tablets take on Apple's iPad?
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Horizons EU gives thumbs up to Sony's $2.2 billion takeover of EMI
The European Union has approved the Sony-led acquisition of EMI Music. But there are strings attached.
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Difference Maker Ma Jun helps Chinese find out who's polluting and shame corporations into cleaning up
2012 Goldman Environmental Prize winner Ma Jun enlists ordinary Chinese to help clean up China's pollution.
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If 'Battleship' succeeds, expect movies for 'Ouija,' 'Candy Land'
Before video games and cable television, there was 'Battleship.' This week, the iconic board game hits the big screen in Europe. Will it sink or swim?
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Tech stocks: Some reach 'cult' status
Tech stocks like Apple and Google have cult status, says tech stocks analyst, despite their weaknesses.
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Horizons Sony SmartWatch: The littlest Android device
Sony SmartWatch brings Android to a wrist near you. But do people want this Dick Tracy-like gadget from Sony?
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Secret Service probes major credit card breach
Credit card breach at an Atlanta card-processor affects Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover. The number of accounts affected by the security breach is not yet known.
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