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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.
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.
Five surprising facts from the new Steve Jobs biography
Data theft: Top 5 most expensive data breaches
Seven hot cars for Valentine’s Day

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In global fight against cybercrime, Spain becomes a front line

Spanish police stopped two major hacking schemes in the country in recent months, raising alarm among experts about increasing activity in the country. Why is Spain a hacking hub?
Chinese roll their eyes at local footage added to 'Iron Man 3'

Chinese audiences were unimpressed by the movie's attempt to win them over by inserting a single extra scene set in China. In the future, experts say, Hollywood will have to be more innovative.
Lauryn Hill sentencing hearing for tax evasion to take place Monday

Lauryn Hill sentencing: Hill pleaded guilty last year to not paying federal taxes on $1.8 million earned from 2005 to 2007. A judge two weeks ago said Hill had paid only about $50,000 of more than $500,000 she owes.
Microsoft Xbox 720 event scheduled for May 21: report

According to a new report, Microsoft will introduce the Xbox 720 console at a press event in late May.
Saving Money EBay Instant Sale shut down. Three alternatives.

EBay Instant Sale's end means one less outlet for consumers to trade in their old electronics. But there are still a few viable options.
Horizons Apple's rumored iRadio service could be delayed until summer

Apple's never formally announced its iRadio streaming music service, but details have been creeping out for months. A new report suggests iRadio could be delayed for a few more months while Apple negotiates royalty rates with record companies.
Saving Money PS3, frozen foods and chocolate: the best and worst things to buy in March

March is a good month for sales on a plethora of products, including Playstation 3 game consoles, winter gear, and chocolate. But avoid spring clothing and Kindle apps, which will go on sale later in the year.
Horizons Sony's PlayStation 4: What you need to know

Sony revealed the PlayStation 4 last night, in what turned out to be a fulfilling and unfulfilling night.
What to expect from Sony and the rumored PlayStation 4 'Orbis'

In a matter of hours, Sony will make its big announcement, which many believe will introduce a next-generation PlayStation console. Here is some of the speculation about what the console would look like (and the likelihood of them being true).
Saving Money PS4 announcement would mean plummeting PS3 prices

Sony is expected to unveil the PlayStation 4 next week, which means prices on its predecessor, the PlayStation 3, could fall as much as 64 percent.
Horizons OUYA plans to release new video-game console every year

There's a new gaming system in town and it's name is OUYA. Hackable, portable, and affordable -- this new console will soon move from online pre-orders to in-store purchases.
CES 2013: Panasonic unveils 56-inch OLED TV

At CES 2013, Panasonic revealed the largest OLED TV to date. This 56-inch set dwarfs previous OLED TVs, which were mostly on the small end.
Horizons CES 2013 rumors: Smart fridges, translucent TVs, and more

The 2013 Consumer Electronics Show is just a week away, and rumors are flying about what products will be unveiled at the show. CES 2013 will likely bring 'smart' appliances, Windows 8 devices, and maybe a weird new TV from Samsung.
Japanese firms set spending record in buying up foreign assets

Japanese corporations will have spent more on foreign companies than they did at the height of the '80s. But few heads are turning, showing how much has changed in perceptions of Japan.
Japan's new PM to pressure central bank on monetary stimulus (+video)

Shinzo Abe, elected over the weekend, also wants to improve relations with China while remaining firm on the islands dispute. Meanwhile, the yen has slipped, post-election, in financial markets Monday.
Japan eyes seventh premier in six years after conservative surge

Former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe appears set to rise to high office once again following elections today in Japan.
Culture Cafe 'Ghostbusters 3' needs to happen soon, says Dan Aykroyd

'Ghostbusters 3' needs to move forward within 'the next three or four months,' says Aykroyd, 'or you will lose your main principals, and you won't be able to make it without us.'
Chapter & Verse E-readers and e-book platforms track users' activity, says a new study

A new study shows that many major e-readers and e-book platforms track book searches, monitor what readers download, and can share information without a customer agreeing first. Is this the next step in satisfying consumers, or a little too Big Brother?
Netflix vows not to raise prices after landing rights to Disney movies

The multiyear licensing agreement announced Tuesday represents a breakthrough for Netflix as it tries to secure more exclusive programming for a popular service that streams video over high-speed Internet connections.
Culture Cafe 'The Amazing Spider-Man 2': What actor just got cast as Harry Osborn?

'The Amazing Spider-Man 2' has found its Harry Osborn, the former best friend of Spiderman portrayed by James Franco in the Sam Raimi movie series.
Jude Law in 'Anna Karenina' does well at box office as 'Breaking Dawn' breaks records

Jude Law stars in 'Anna Karenina,' which performed well in a limited release during Thanksgiving weekend. 'The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 2' had a boffo opening which ranks eighth on all-time debuts.
Want a sneak peek at the next Xbox? Look at the Xbox 360.

Microsoft keeps adding reasons to turn on the Xbox 360. Do these new features actually lay the groundwork for the next Xbox?
Horizons Next Xbox will include Blu-ray, Kinect 2.0, and AR glasses: report

A British magazine has published details on the next Microsoft Xbox video game console. Just don't call it the Xbox 720.
Saving Money Black Friday 2012: the best gaming and toy deals so far

Black Friday is a great time to get amazing deals on the best new video games and toys. Check out the lastest in gaming and toy deals for Black Friday 2012.
Horizons Nintendo Wii U review roundup

The Nintendo Wii U launched over the weekend, and while critics generally like the new Nintendo machine, a few key features fall short.