Monthly Archives: December 2010

Reuters – Facebook surpassed Google for the first time as the most visited website in the United States for most of 2010. Original story here.

AFP – Internet sensation Groupon, which specializes in dishing out local bargains, said Thursday it had raised 500 million dollars, just weeks after rejecting a multi-billion-dollar takeover bid by Google. Original story here.

Portfolio.com Comcast's E! and Style Face Blackout On Dish Network In Carriage DisputeDeadline.comComcast's E! and Style just issued a statement warning viewers that the two networks may go dark on DISH Network. Sinclair's broadcast stations also face …TV carriage deals … Continue reading →

Reuters – Web advertising firm Groupon Inc, considered one of the fastest growing Internet companies in history, has raised $500 million by selling an equity stake, a month after reports that it turned down a $6 billion takeover offer from … Continue reading →

NewsFactor – Industry observers report that the number of applications available for Android smartphones has risen dramatically since October, when more than 100,000 apps were available from the Android Market. According to the AndroLib web site, which tracks Android metrics, … Continue reading →

AP – Groupon Inc., the fast-growing Internet startup that offers local deals and discounts to members, has raised $500 million of the $950 million it is planning to collect in its latest financing round. Original story here.

Reuters – Online deal site Groupon is still privately held but retail investors might soon be able to own a piece of it, judging by other startups in which mutual funds run by T Rowe Price Group have invested. Original … Continue reading →

While plenty of people are using their iPhones and iPads to watch video, Comcast also thinks Apple’s mobile devices can play a role in helping professional video get onto the Internet. Original story here.

Reuters – Online discount coupon provider Groupon Inc is working toward a potential public offering of its common shares by the end of 2011, the New York Times said, citing people briefed on the matter. Original story here.

Don’t hold your breath waiting for a miracle. Original story here.

Can Comcast Save Clearwire?Motley FoolYes, I just said "Comcast" and "mobile" in the same breath. You see, the company is a major investor in Clearwire (Nasdaq: …and more » Original story here.

PC World – High-quality broadband access for all Europeans came a step closer this week when the second European satellite dedicated to delivering broadband Internet connections was launched. Original story here.

The Inquisitr Comcast-NBC Merger: The Good, The Bad, The Ugly (CMCSA)BenzingaIn just a few short weeks, Comcast (NASDAQ: CMCSA) and NBC could be united as one. Whether you like or loathe this idea, there's little …The Morning Fix: Contain Comcast! … Continue reading →

Reuters – Barnes & Noble Inc said that sales of digital books made through its website now exceed those of traditional books that it sells online. Original story here.

Comcast is pledging to establish partnerships between news nonprofits and at least five of the 10 NBC television stations that are owned by NBC Universal. Original story here.