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Google expands North Korea map coverage
Google has puts its first detailed maps online of North Korea, a country that has so far been mostly blank on the search giant’s popular Maps website.
Google Accused of Blocking Alibaba-Powered Handset
Alibaba has blamed Google for blocking the launch of a smartphone powered by the Chinese firm’s operating system.
Questions Over Chinese Satellites “to Monitor Sea”
A UK scientist has questioned China’s plans to send eight satellites into space to monitor the ocean around the country.
Apple-Samsung Case: Date Set for Hearing Over Phone Ban
Apple’s legal motion to have some Samsung mobile phones banned in the US will now be heard in court in December.
Samsung to Appeal After $1B Apple Award in US Case
Samsung says it will appeal against a US court ruling that the South Korean giant stole designs from Apple to make smartphones and computer tablets.
Apple awarded $1B in Damages From Samsung In US Court
A US court has ordered Samsung to pay Apple $1.05bn in damages for infringing intellectual property.
Asia’s Fastest Data Cable Links Tokyo to Singapore
The 7,800km Asia Submarine-cable Express (ASE) connects Japan, Malaysia, Singapore and the Philippines, transfering data at 40 gigabits per second.
Malaysians Protest Against Changes to Internet Law
Malaysian activists and bloggers are staging an online black-out for one day to protest against changes to a law they say restricts free speech online.
Sina Weibo’s Services ‘Limited’ During Gu Kailai Trial
Users of China’s main Twitter-like service, Sina Weibo, have reported difficulties posting messages during a controversial murder trial involving Gu Kailai.
Ex-Google China Head Apologizes After Olympic Row
Ex-Google China head Kaifu Lee has apologized after posting contact details of a US swimming coach who cast doubt on a Chinese Olympic swimmer’s performance.




