Hacker posts Symantec source code after ransom demand fails

A hacker has released stolen source code from  Symantec Corp., one of the largest computer security firms, after a phony set of ransom negotiations failed, according to the company.

Facebook's all-male board criticized by California pension fund

Less than a week after filing its initial public offering, Facebook Inc. is facing complaints from a powerful California pension fund about the makeup of its all-male board of directors.

Google releases Chrome app for Android Ice Cream Sandwich

Two of  Google's  most successful products, Android and Chrome, have come together.

Psycho Siri is scaring up views on YouTube

Talking computers are inherently creepy, so it should come as no surprise that a mini-spate of Siri-gone-mental films are making the rounds on YouTube.

'App Economy' credited with creating 466,000 jobs

Need a new career? Consider working in apps.

Apple intern's report offers rare look at firm's inner workings

With the exception of Apple Inc.'s flashy TV commercials and river of promo material that relies heavily on words like "amazing" and "revolutionary," Apple wants you to hear as little about Apple as possible.

Four Yahoo board members to leave as turnaround bid continues

Yahoo will forge its future without Chairman Roy Bostock and three other board members, the struggling Internet company said.

Are Facebook users happier? A study says yes

And now a new report from those who study Facebook for science: A team of Italian researchers have investigated the pyschophysiological (mind and body) effect that Facebook has on people.

Motorola Droid 4 hitting Verizon stores Friday

Looking for an Android with a physical keyboard? If so, you'll definitely want to look at Motorola's Droid 4, which hits Verizon on Friday.

Start-up Spotlight: Eventup aims to simplify event-booking

Want to party at Jim Morrison’s former pad or do a photo shoot at the “Entourage” house? A new Santa Monica tech start-up can hook you up.

Verizon brings back double-data promo for 4G phones

You could call it the ghost of Christmas sales past. Verizon's double-data promotion for 4G smartphones will return on Friday.