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The latest offspring of the Disney machine, Dinosaur, is a film that pits two contrasting elements against each other: the age-old theme of anthropomorphism and the cutting-edge world of digital technology. On one hand, the movie tries to tug at the heartstrings with a sentimental storyline, while on the other,
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The Federal Communications Commission's Cable Bureau has concluded that Time Warner Cable's decision to cut off ABC television stations to 3.5 million subscribers in seven areas was a clear violation of federal regulations. The agency will consider whether to impose a fine of up to
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PacketVideo, the global leader in wireless multimedia software and services for mobile applications, has announced the closure of a $16.5 million round of financing, bringing the total equity capital raised by the company to over $41 million. The funds will be used to further the company's growth,
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General Motors (GM) and Ford Motor are making significant efforts to acquire Daewoo Motor, with each company sending high-level officials to Korea next week. GM President Rick Wagoner will conduct a video press conference to reiterate the company's commitment to the acquisition, while Rudy Schlais, GM's
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Critics and auto workers are protesting the sale of Samsung Motors to Renault, the French auto giant, for $562 million. The deal marks a significant milestone in South Korea's auto market, with Renault becoming the first foreign car maker to break into the country. Samsung Group will retain
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EndWave Corporation, a new entity formed through the merger of Endgate Corporation and TRW Milliwave Inc., has completed its transition into a leading global provider of broadband wireless access equipment. The company, which is approximated to be 50% owned by Endgate's former stockholders and 50% by TRW, aims
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TRW Inc. has agreed to market and integrate Synapse B2B, the latest software product from Integrated Business Systems & Services (IBSS), to help its customers integrate business-to-business operations for internet access. This partnership will allow TRW's customers to take advantage of the cost-effective and easy-to-implement B2B integration solution.
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The proposed merger of America Online and Time Warner is facing skepticism from lawmakers in the Senate Judiciary Committee, as concerns are raised over the potential impact on competition in the internet field. The companies have pledged to open Time Warner's cable television system to other internet service
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AOL and Time Warner are set to unveil a policy to open their cable-television lines to multiple Internet-service providers (ISPs), addressing concerns from regulators, online rivals, and open access proponents. Despite initially pushing for a government-mandated open access policy, AOL has since toned down its insistence, citing the need for
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Hyundai Motor officials have emphasized that they have no links with Ford, but the prospect of a joint bid is emerging as a potential scenario to counter General Motors' bid for the insolvent Daewoo Motor. Hyundai's concerns are centered on the possibility of a foreign car maker
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Korean carmakers Hyundai Motor and Kia Motors are rapidly expanding their production facilities in Asia, aiming to become one of the world's top-five automakers by increasing their joint production capacity to 4 million vehicles in 10 years. This massive expansion is driven by the continent's large
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Despite Mickey Mouse's attempted invasion of Paris in 1992, Parc Asterix has emerged as a strong and profitable alternative to the Disney theme park. With a 30% increase in turnover, over 1.8 million visitors, and a growing reputation for cultural authenticity, Parc Asterix has become a favorite
