Internet supermarket booms in bad times Nov 16, 2009
The report found that the financial crisis had breathed new life into electronic commerce, with sales rising in Europe, the United States and China at a time when the store-based retail sector struggles as consumers' disposable income shrivels ... Helping to spur electronic commerce is the growth in mobile phone use. (Yahoo! Asia News)
* Consumer demand for e-supermarkets booms in bad times Nov 16, 2009
The report found that the financial crisis had breathed new life into electronic commerce, with sales rising in Europe, the US and China at a time when the store-based retail sector struggles as consumers disposable income shrivels ... Helping to spur electronic commerce is the growth in mobile phone use. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Software companies eye patent case in high court Nov 10, 2009
Some of the best-known business-method patents in technology come out of electronic commerce, including 's "1-Click" tool for completing online purchases and 's "Name Your Own Price" model. Yet many big companies, particularly in technology and financial services, argue that such patents are too broad and too often used as weapons in costly infringement lawsuits to extract licensing fees. (USA Today -- Tech)
Supreme Court Ruling May Transform Tech Industry Nov 10, 2009
Some of the best-known come from electronic commerce, including Amazon. com's "1-Click" tool for completing online purchases and Priceline. (Fox News)
CCCB HIGHLIGHTS - Week of 5 to 12 November Nov 7, 2009
In accordance with Organic Law 15/1999, of 13 December, on the protection of personal data, and Law 34/2002, of 11 July, on information society services and electronic commerce, you may access, rectify, cancel or contest your data at any time by following the links on this page, filling in the form on the centre's website or writing to the CCCB, Montalegre, 5 - 08001 Barcelona. More information in our web site Other sites of the CCCB Montalegre, 5 - 08001 Barcelona - Phone 93 306 41 00 - Fax 93... (AbsoluteArts.com)
Federal Officials Warn of Stock Account Hacking Nov 1, 2009
Professor DAVID RUDER (Law, Northwestern University; Former chairman, SEC): The electronic commerce is very quick and it doesn't take very long - perhaps even a day or two days - for these hackers to move the money from one account to the other and create a very difficult paper trail. SPEER: And the fact the fraud is being done from overseas further complicates things. (Yahoo News -- Online Privacy)
Digital River to Power Global Online E-Commerce Stores for Ubisoft Oct 31, 2009
Such factors include, among others: the Companys operating history and variability of operating results; competition in the electronic commerce market; the ability of the Company to support the global online sales of Ubisoft products; the markets acceptance of such offerings; and other risk factors referenced in the Companys public filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Digital River is a registered trademark of Digital River, Inc. All other company and product names are... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
* AIT head defends US policy on arms sales Oct 28, 2009
We have been in discussion already and are waiting for suggestions of when, where and what the agenda would be from Taiwan, he said, adding that the US had proposed talks on areas such as electronic commerce. This story has been viewed 660 times. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Apple: Finding Even More Uses for iTunes Oct 13, 2009
The larger a role iTunes plays in digital goods, the bigger a player it becomes in electronic commerce, period. Its 100 million credit-card accounts outnumber Amazon's and the 75 million at eBay () unit. (BusinessWeek)
Rwanda: Mobile Internet Cafes Hit the Road Oct 8, 2009
As Rwanda envisions electronic commerce, access to information and acquisition of ICT skills throughout her community are imperative. However this is not obvious in remote areas which often do not have access to electricity or the Internet. (allAfrica.com)
Congress weighs landmark change in Web ad privacy With BC-US-TEC--Internet Privacy-Glance, Sep 10, 2009
This will make people more likely to trust electronic commerce and the Internet. Although his proposal is still taking shape, Boucher is confident lawmakers will pass an online marketing privacy law of some sort. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Right skills can better job-search odds in Georgia Aug 19, 2009
Andrew Knight, 31, thought he was doing a good job for an Atlanta cosmetics company, right up until he was laid off last winter from a job in electronic commerce. It came as a little bit of surprise, he said. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
Pepper & Associates to do Kings Bay project Aug 15, 2009
The contract was competitively negotiated on the Navy s electronic commerce web site, with six proposals received. Reader Comments. (Jacksonville Business Journal, FL)
Group W to help Army boost analysis capabilities Aug 4, 2009
This contract was competitively procured through the Navy Electronic Commerce Online and Federal Business Opportunities websites. The Naval Surface Warfare Center, Indian Head, Md. (FCW.com)
* [BUSINESS BRIEFS] Jul 29, 2009
Taipei Times - archives. Enter your search terms. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
* III, Nanjing foreign trade bureau ink trade memorandum Jul 28, 2009
Given the robust growth in cross-strait IT trade and its increased international competitiveness, China and Taiwan are fast becoming global headquarters for IT-related innovations, said Hung Jing-yi (@), executive director of China Electronic Commerce Association, who is also the committee general secretary of the China Center of Information Industry Development. As more than 50 percent of Taiwanese IT firms have moved part of their business to China, collaboration has become imminent,... (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
Federal Officials Warn of Stock Account Hacking Jul 27, 2009
Professor DAVID RUDER (Law, Northwestern University; Former chairman, SEC): The electronic commerce is very quick and it doesn't take very long - perhaps even a day or two days - for these hackers to move the money from one account to the other and create a very difficult paper trail. SPEER: And the fact the fraud is being done from overseas further complicates things. (Yahoo News -- Online Privacy)
Privacy Policy Jul 23, 2009
WCAX.com provides a variety of online services, from interactive entertainment to electronic commerce via its relationship with Gannaway Web Holdings, LLC d/b/a WorldNow ("WorldNow"). WorldNow is the host of this Web site. (WCAX.com, VT)
Soon, e-data that self-destructs Jul 22, 2009
The technology is at the heart of most modern electronic commerce systems. Vanish uses a key-based encryption system in a different way, making it possible for a decrypted message to be automatically re-encrypted at a specified point in the future without fear that a third party will be able to gain access to the key needed to read the message. (India Times, India -- Health/Science)
News Stories Jul 8, 2009
Electronic Commerce Full Coverage on Yahoo. News. (Yahoo News -- Electronic Commerce)
Second Life data offers window into how trends spread Jul 3, 2009
ACM Conference on Electronic Commerce. . (EurekAlert!)
Terms of Service Jun 16, 2009
THROUGH ITS RELATIONSHIP WITH GANNAWAY WEB HOLDINGS, LLC D/B/A WORLDNOW ("WORLDNOW") PROVIDES A VARIETY OF ONLINE SERVICES, FROM FREE NEWS AND WEATHER INFORMATION TO ENTERTAINMENT AND ELECTRONIC COMMERCE ON THE WEB SITE SUBJECT TO YOUR ACCEPTANCE AND COMPLIANCE WITH THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS SET FORTH BELOW (THE "AGREEMENT"). PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION CAREFULLY: As the web is an evolving medium, the terms of this Agreement may change from time to time. (WCAX.com, VT)
Credit cards can be hacked (10) Jun 16, 2009
James M. Tucson wrote on Jun 15, 2009 9:26 PM:" Mae:The Payment Card Industry does not want government oversight because of the legal issues: Who will watch and whose laws will apply? As to the actors (perps) most do not live here in the U.S. and are subject to laws that do not apply to modern electronic commerce. ". James M. Tucson wrote on Jun 15, 2009 9:24 PM:" Remember, if you shopped at TJ Maxx and used your card, you were hacked. The actors may wait months or even years before using your... (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Pawn shop owner charged with fraud May 30, 2009
Gary Vaughn, 35, Portage, owner of Gary s Steals , was arrested Friday morning and arraigned on charges of conspiracy to commit money laundering, conspiracy to commit mail and wire fraud, use of a fictitious name to receive mail and criminal forfeiture. He was arraigned before Magistrate Judge Andrew Smyser in Harrisburg. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Agritourism workshop scheduled May 30, 2009
Presented by the Virginia Department of Agriculture mer Services, Virginia Tourism Corporation, Virginia Electronic Commerce Technology Center, and Virginia Cooperative Extension in partnership with Old Dominion Resource Conservation and Development Council, the program will give you a broad overview of agritourism possibilities as well as the need-to-know details. Whether you're interested in a corn maze, pick-your-own blackberries, a pumpkin patch or an enterprise of your own design, this... (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
Sharp Develops Five-Primary-Color LCD That Faithfully Reproduces Real Surface Colors May 29, 2009
Demand for displays that can render colors in a manner faithful to the appearances of naturally occurring surface colors or designed colors is growing stronger in fields such as industrial design, digital archiving, network-based remote medical care, and electronic commerce ... It is anticipated this new technology will find applications in fields ranging from remote medical care and electronic commerce to digital archiving. (JCN Network, Japan)
Garth Saloner to lead Stanford business school May 28, 2009
Saloner, who joined the Stanford faculty in 1990, is the Jeffrey S. Skoll professor of Electronic Commerce, Strategic management and Economics, and a director of the Center for Entrepreneurial Studies at the Graduate School of Business ... He has taught courses in entrepreneurship, electronic commerce, strategic management, industry analysis and competitive strategy to students around the world ... "His (Saloner) scholarship in the areas of entrepreneurship and electronic commerce is... (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Stanford names new business dean May 27, 2009
Saloner, who joined the Stanford faculty in 1990, is the Jeffrey S. Skoll Professor of Electronic Commerce, Strategic Management and Economics, and a director of the Center for Enterpreneurial Studies at the Graduate School of Business ... "His scholarship in the areas of entrepreneurship and electronic commerce is particularly pertinent to our times and the global economy." ... Saloner is known for his pioneering work on network effects, which underlie much of the economics of electronic... (San Jose Business Journal, CA)
FedEx Express Canada Opens New Facility in Peterborough May 26, 2009
"Our long term objective is to continue to deliver the highest level of service to our customers, while demonstrating continued commitment to the local community." The Peterborough facility provides express and ground transportation services and offers the following advantages: - Ability to accommodate 11 vehicles on the conveyor system - Sort System Capacity of 1,044 packages per hour - Courtesy phone for customers - Direct highway access and enhanced visibility About FedEx Express Canada... (Canada Newswire)
Country profile: UAE May 26, 2009
An Electronic Commerce and Media Zone Authority was created in 2000 to attract regional and international media outlets. It allows 100% foreign ownership and offers tax breaks. (BBC News -- Africa)
Costco Travel Launches Enhanced Web Site With Vacation Package Comparison Tool Powered by HyperTech Solutions: May 6, 2009
The Company also operates Costco Online, an electronic commerce web site, at and at in Canada. The Company plans to open seven new warehouses in 2009. (PR Newswire)
NTT DOCOMO to Take 51% in TV Shopping Company Apr 18, 2009
4 million) in a bid to expand its electronic commerce business. Oak Lawn Marketing is best known for its "Shop Japan" TV shopping service. (JCN Network, Japan)
Ethical lapse - or total collapse? Apr 8, 2009
" He says that he has personally witnessed dishonest people who seem to be doing very well, with only an occasional fall from grace. Some of them, given the opportunity, will exploit conditions to the fullest extent. "I have actually seen business people prosper after a felony conviction," says Genetti. Regarding workplace ethics cultures, Genetti says that employees take their lead from the top. If an employer is fair and honest, the subordinates will take note. "This sets the standards for the... (Pennsylvania Northeast Business Journal, PA)
Cathay Financial, Daewoo, Gamuda, Woodside: Asia Ex-Japan Equity Preview Apr 4, 2009
said it ended a contract with one of its customers, Electronic Commerce Technology Sdn. Advance Information provides IT software and maintenance services including call center services to Electronic Commerce, it said in a statement distributed by the stock exchange. (Bloomberg -- Asia)
Financial Company Blazes Trails With Digital Signage Mar 27, 2009
Murphy & Company is an independent professional services group that targets the banking industry: specializing in Internet Banking, bill payment and presentment and related electronic commerce issues ... Murphy & Company is a leading independent professional services company specializing in the marketing of online financial services, including Internet Banking, bill payment and presentment and related electronic commerce issues. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Liveclicker to Host Industry's First Video Commerce Summit Mar 25, 2009
Worldwide provider of electronic commerce solutions, including real-time credit card processing and 900 phone billing. Custom Solutions for Sterling. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
St. Marys names new business dean Mar 24, 2009
As an educator, Singh s research and expertise is in global and cross-cultural marketing strategies, electronic commerce and public policy issues in marketing. St. Mary s University is a Catholic Marianist university in San Antonio. (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)
More layoffs for First Data Mar 20, 2009
The global provider of electronic commerce and payment services, notified the state it will be laying off an additional 105 employees at its Coral Springs facility, effective May 12. Last month, the company notified the state that it was laying off 159. (South Florida Business Journal, FL)
Fiserv, Inc. (FISV) President and Chief Executive Officer to Ring The NASDAQ Stock Market Opening Bell Mar 11, 2009
Fiserv, Inc. (NasdaqGS: - ) is the leading global provider of information management and electronic commerce systems for the financial services industry, driving innovation that transforms experiences for financial institutions and their customers. Ranked No. 1 on the FinTech 100 survey of top technology partners to the financial services industry, Fiserv celebrates its 25th year in 2009. (Primezone Releases)
Twitter Raises $35 Million Feb 14, 2009
Internet, technology and society, policy and law, security, social networks, electronic commerce, eBay, Amazon. com. (New York Times)
Ken Blackwell Feb 9, 2009
He is a past president of the National Electronic Commerce Coordinating Council. More than 25 years ago, he began his work in using technology to help government fulfill its mission and commitment to citizens as a member of the board of directors of Public Technology, Inc., located in Washington, D.C.. (Townhall.com)
