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- Web browsers are getting face-lifts
NEW YORK – The major Web browsers are getting face-lifts as they increasingly become the focal point for handling business transactions and running programs over the Internet rather than simply displaying Web sites.
- Nokia, Siemens forging network partnership
FRANKFURT, Germany – Nokia and Siemens said yesterday they will combine their network equipment units in a reported $30 billion joint venture, taking aim at market leader LM Ericsson.
- Verizon Communications names Vonage in patent lawsuit
HOLMDEL, N.J. – Verizon Communications has sued Internet phone carrier Vonage Holdings, claiming the company violated patent rights that Verizon has on technology for making phone calls over the Internet.
- BUSINESS BRIEFING
Interest rate for T-bills rises
Interest rates on short-term Treasury bills rose in the government's auction with the six-month bill climbing above 5 percent to the highest level since January 2001.
- Nike board OKs $3 billion buyback
Nike said yesterday its board of directors had approved a four-year, $3 billion share repurchase program.
The maker of athletic shoes and apparel said it expected to complete its previous four-year, $1.5 billion share repurchase program over the next few weeks – two years ahead of schedule.
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