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Dropping citizenship to save Facebook co-founder $67M in taxes

Wed, 16 May 2012 13:57:00 -0400

Facebook co-founder Eduardo Saverin will save at least $67 million in federal income taxes by dropping U.S. citizenship. Those savings will keep growing if Facebook's shares increase after its IPO.

RTP Foundation hires former Clemson exec to lead business development

Wed, 16 May 2012 14:29:49 -0400

Mason Ailstock is a former colleague of Bob Geolas, who was named CEO of the Foundation last November.

Durham firm receives OK to sell surgical sealant device in Europe

Wed, 16 May 2012 11:35:25 -0400

The Adherus AutoSpray Dural Sealant delivers HyperBranch's dural sealant to prevent leaks of cerebrospinal fluid after the surgical repair.

Facebook investors 'cashing out' more shares in IPO frenzy

Wed, 16 May 2012 11:17:19 -0400

"Everybody is cashing out," a hedge-fund manager says. "It's normal for private equities and venture capitals to cash out, but the obvious question is whether they are stretching it too far."

In the news: Valencell, SciQuest, Liquidia, SAS, Furiex

Wed, 16 May 2012 10:49:41 -0400

Local tech briefs: Valencell wins award at CTIA Wireless show; SciQuest updates materials service; Liquidia touts two new studies; Allstate picks SAS; Fuiriex licenses drug, makes another deal with its rights.

iPhones bigger?; Cisco battle; Lenovo's India surge; Fab likes Pinterest; Groupon boost

Wed, 16 May 2012 10:09:17 -0400

Inside the Bulldog Blog: Bigger iPhone screens may be coming; is Cisco CEO purging rivals?; Lenovo No. 1 in India; Fab dumps Google+; Group profits boost shares.

Appia expands revenue opportunities for apps developers

Wed, 16 May 2012 09:52:18 -0400

The Durham-based provider of a global marketplace and storefronts for mobile application developers is offering more ways for developers to cash in on their creations.

New map tracks economic, demographic, education data across N.C.

Wed, 16 May 2012 09:18:06 -0400

The UNC System's Center for International Understanding is team up with SAS for the "Global North Carolina Heat Map." Its purpose is to encourage job creation in the state as well as more global interaction.

Lenovo's new ThinkPad 'Carbon' instant hit with reviewers

Wed, 16 May 2012 09:00:04 -0400

Touted as the world's lightest "Ultrabook," the X1 model earns positive press for its weight, bigger screen, carbon rollcage, fast recharge battery - and more.

Chip maker AMD takes new direction under former Lenovo exec

Wed, 16 May 2012 08:13:43 -0400

Rory Read, who left the world's No. 2 PC maker to take over as CEO at AMD, is redirecting the chip maker's future toward more flexible, not just more powerful, processors.

Facebook frenzy increases; 25% more shares being offered

Wed, 16 May 2012 08:01:05 -0400

On Tuesday, Facebook upped the price range for its IPO to as much as $38 a share. On Wednesday, the social media giant increased the offering to more than 421 million shares.

Warren Buffett keeps adding to stake in IBM

Wed, 16 May 2012 07:31:43 -0400

Big Blue blog: Berkshire Hathaway adds another 500,000 IBM shares to its holdings, according to an SEC filing.

Red Hat aims to rule in 'cloud computing' era

Wed, 16 May 2012 06:40:22 -0400

At a 10th birthday celebration of its flagship Red Hat Enterprise Linux product, Hatter executives lay out belief they will prevail in cloud computing world.

GE on the prowl for life science startup investments

Wed, 16 May 2012 06:26:31 -0400

The head of the $250 million Healthymagination Fund says he still has a "lot of dry powder," is looking for deals. "We're more opportunity short than capital short," says Noah Lewis.

Aaron Sorkin to write, direct movie about Steve Jobs

Wed, 16 May 2012 06:17:27 -0400

The screenwriter won an Academy Award for his adaptation of "The Social Network," the film that chronicled the early years of Facebook Inc. under founder Mark Zuckerberg.

A Facebook co-founder renounces U.S. citizenship to save on taxes

Tue, 15 May 2012 14:53:43 -0400

Facebook co-founder Eduardo Saverin has renounced his U.S. citizenship, a move expected to save him hundreds of millions of dollars in taxes stemming from the company's impending initial public offering.

SAS reaps benefits quickly from deal for Raleigh startup aiMatch

Tue, 15 May 2012 08:21:19 -0400

The software giant is showcasing a new suite of "intelligent advertising" solutions for digital advertising that is built around aiMatch's online ad technology.

Lenovo's big picture focus: 'PC-plus era'

Mon, 14 May 2012 08:23:02 -0400

In unveiling its smart TV, the world's No. 2 PC maufacturer displays its continuing evolution beyond computers to Internet-connected devices.

Why do women continue to resist STEM careers?

Mon, 14 May 2012 06:54:25 -0400

Science, Technology, Engineering and Math fields promise a growing rate of career opportunities in coming years. While this bodes well for an ailing job market, it may not provide mutual benefits for both men and women. Professional engineer and author Karen Purcell explores the reasons why so few women are pursuing careers in STEM fields.

Join us to honor NC's best in tech

Mon, 14 May 2012 07:30:20 -0400

WRAL Tech Wire, the chronicle of high-tech, entrepreneurship and innovation in the Triangle for more than 10 years, is looking to raise a pint to the titans of tech. Join us May 24 at the Fullsteam Brewery in Durham, for the first annual Full Steam Ahead Awards!

White House honors N.C. State student's efforts in STEM

Mon, 07 May 2012 12:04:53 -0400

Sina Bahram was recognized as one of 14 "Champions of Change" at a White House ceremony on Monday, honoring those who have made significant efforts to make science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) more accessible to people with disabilities.