Sybase Discusses SAP Merger

SAP’s agreement to buy Sybase for $5.8 billion should help the software company stay competitive with Oracle through new revenue streams and a larger technology portfolio. Analysts agree that the acquisition also gives SAP the ability to capitalize on former strategic partner Sybase’s mobile technology at a time when businesses seem to be gravitating strongly toward smartphones and tablets.

Sybase Discusses SAP Merger

SAP’s agreement to buy Sybase for $5.8 billion should help the software company stay competitive with Oracle through new revenue streams and a larger technology portfolio.

Yahoo Japan Selects Google Search

Microsoft’s search technology was not strong enough for its needs, according to Yahoo Japan, in announcing Google as the new search partner.

Facebook, Twitter Influence Purchases

A Gartner study of social networks influence on purchasing decisions finds they have become important shopping tools for both retailers and consumers.

Facebook, Twitter Influence Purchases

A Gartner study of social networks influence on purchasing decisions finds they have become important shopping tools for both retailers and consumers.

Black Hat: External Content Threatens Web Security

Companies that rely on third-party Web content place themselves at the mercy of their partners’ security practices.

Black Hat: External Content Threatens Web Security

Companies that rely on third-party Web content place themselves at the mercy of their partners’ security practices.

Apple Refreshes iMac, Mac Pro

The Magic Trackpad, a wireless navigation device, and a 27-inch LED Cinema Display were announced in addition to the Mac updates.

Verizon Users Consume Most Smartphone Data

Average data consumption for Verizon users is 421 MB, compared to 338 MB per month for iPhones, finds Validas study.

Bump 2.0 Adds Instant FaceBook And Twitter Friending

A neat application call Bump allows select smartphone users to “bump” their phones together to share contact information.