Energy leaders assess progress of smart-grid funding
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Larger barriers include lack of technology standards, industry experts say.
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IBM acquires database company Cloudant
This is the latest in a series of cloud related announcements over the past several weeks.
AT&T, IBM partner on cybersecurity
The two companies plan to offer a joint service to business customers to help them monitor cyber threats. threats.
Samsung unveils phone with heart-rate monitor
Samsung sought Monday to frame its new Galaxy S5 smartphone as a lifestyle product, as it emphasized a built-in heart-rate sensor and improved camera features over its slightly larger size.
Nokia targets emerging markets with Android phones
Nokia is targeting emerging markets with three low-cost smartphones that use Google’s Android operating system rather than the Windows Phone software from Microsoft, which is about to take over Nokia’s handset business.
HP revenue declines 1 percent since last year
Hewlett-Packard generated $28.2 billion in net revenue in the three-month period ended Jan. 31.
IBM used predictive analytics to prevent heart failure
IBM’s software system identified high-risk patients who could be recommended for preventive care.
Philips piloting smart lighting in grocery stores
Networks of LED lights can communicate with shoppers’ phones, alerting them to certain products.
Square takes philanthropic swipe with red reader
Financial services startup Square is trying to turn the swipe of a credit card into an act of generosity.
Visa, MasterCard offer more phone payment options
Visa and MasterCard are introducing Internet-based technologies to make it easier for shoppers to buy things at retail stores without pulling out a credit card.
Ideas
Ovuline says its algorithms have led to 50,000 pregnancies
Fertility startup Ovuline announced on Wednesday that its Ovia Fertility mobile app has helped 50,000 users get pregnant in the past 18 months, thanks in large part to all the data its users have supplied for its algorithms to analyze.
Reston start-up takes construction data to the cloud
BuilDatAnalytics created a cloud-based service to help construction crews manage and share plans.
The Internet of beer: new venture senses how much is left in a keg
SteadyServ is piloting iKeg, a cloud-based software that tracks beer volume, alerting restaurant managers when they’re about to run out.
4 take-aways from an expert panel on open data
Open data experts discussed challenges and opportunities.
Topsy could help fill in Apple’s big hole — big data
Thanks (largely) to Google, Apple’s business is no longer just about selling phones, tablets and laptops.
Building better word problems with open data
One start-up bets students will be more interested in STEM jobs if their homework uses real world data.
Using psychology to sort through social-media static
Software firms are racing to help brands understand what customers are really saying about their products.
Open data could save trillions, but not yet
The public and private sectors must first embrace free information sharing, and regulate accordingly.
SAP CEO McDermott takes a bet on millennial leaders
As the world’s largest purchasing class, SAP can’t ignore them — so it’s trying to attract them.
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Fitness center stage at Mobile World Congress
Wearable technologies that help you monitor your health are on show at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, Spain.Photo Galleries
Microsoft showcases
new technologies in D.C.
The software giant displayed some of its most cutting-edge innovations at a fair.
What can be made from 3-D printers?
From models of Les Paul guitars to toy robots, 3-D printers are churning out usable products.
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