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Technology has changed the world for the better and consists of using scientific and technical knowledge to create improvements and efficiencies in products or services. People interact with technology every day, such as by sending a text on an Apple iPhone or by taking a ride in a Toyota Corolla. As one of the largest sectors in the world, technology helps create innovative and useful inventions for the betterment of society.

Recent Technology Stocks Articles

iPad’s Consumer-Driven Popularity at the Office

Many investors are watching closely to see if Apple's iPad will continue to penetrate the business market, or if MSFT’s Windows 8 will eventually stem the tide.

Google’s Weird Week of Privacy and Security Headaches

Concerns about Google's new privacy policy and a mistaken security alert for an Android app combined to create unwanted PR challenges for the company.

Friday Apple Rumors: Apple Loses Patent Case for 3G Devices in Germany

A patent challenge by Motorola forces Apple to pull its 3G wireless devices in Germany, but a licensing agreement returns the devices to store shelves.

Apple’s Growing Team of Gaming Insiders

With a former Xbox Live chief added to Apple’s executive lineup, some observers suspect a big play in gaming is underway.

Can Kazuo Hirai Navigate Sony’s Sea of Red?

Sony's new CEO, Kazuo Hirai, is a company veteran unafraid to shake things up, but he faces major challenges as he tries to return Sony to profitability.

Sony: Still No Reason to Buy — Yet

SNE got hit after another grim earnings report, but until the company can show a clear path to a turnaround, there's little upside to buying in low.

RIM’s Biggest Bet: BlackBerry London

The BlackBerry London, RIM's first phone to feature the new BlackBerry 10 operating system, is seen as key to the company's survival.

How Much Is a Positive Review Worth?

Fake reviews of products are nothing new, but as a recent incident involving an Amazon vendor showed, they still can generate mistrust and damage a brand.

4 Truths about Facebook Risk

Facebook’s list of risks is substantial, and its growth rate, earnings, and enormous user base underscore some of the challenges ahead.

The Leaders of January’s Jump Give Bulls Comfort

Defensive names lagged while sectors associated with global growth led the way. Optimism trumped pessimism -- and confidence is key when it comes to stocks.

Besides Zuckerberg, Who Wins in Facebook IPO?

Facebook already has a lot of shareholders, but the very biggest include the co-founders, private investment firms, and a number of Silicon Valley insiders.

Thursday Apple Rumors: Offbeat Media Events Expected in Run-up to iPad 3 Rollout

The run-up to Apple's iPad 3 will include "strange" media events, one blog site says. Meanwhile, Apple has joined the world's three biggest phone manufacturers.

BSkyB Video Service Sheds Light on News Corp.’s Streaming Future

Even though News Corp. been tentative so far in its efforts to exploit streaming TV, the company has the means to move forward aggressively.

Wednesday Apple Rumors: Neil Young Urged Steve Jobs to Develop Hi-Def Digital Audio

Lamenting the quality of most MP3s, musician Neil Young says he urged Steve Jobs to develop high-definition digital audio.

Slower Gorilla Glass Growth in 2012?

Price pressure from mobile-device makers and indifference from flat-panel TV makers could hurt 2012 sales -- unless Corning finds more uses for Gorilla Glass.

Could Teen Tweets Curtail Facebook’s Growth?

Twitter is gaining popularity among teens looking for less obtrusive ways to connect than those used on Facebook. Will the trend hurt Facebook growth?

Leadership Change, Mixed Messages at Canon

With veteran Canon CEO and chairman Fujio Mitarai, taking on an additional leadership role as president, the company seems stable, but its outlook is cautious.

Will Intel Make the Transition to Mobile?

As consumers begin favoring smartphones over PCs, chipmaker Intel finds itself struggling to break into the mobile market.

Nintendo Is Getting Its Lunch Eaten

Customer migration to mobile and online gaming options has put Nintendo, and its handheld and Wii consoles, on the defensive.