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Dell contradicts Microsoft, says Windows 10 will be installed on PCs starting July 29

Well, now we’re all confused. Dell Inc. CEO Michael Dell said on Twitter that he expects Windows 10 to ship on new Dell PCs on July 29, contradicting a statement made yesterday by Microsoft. Microsoft, which is still testing the highly anticipated operating system, said consumers would have to work with their local retailers to upgrade to Windows 10 after purchasing their new devices, in a blog post. This means

Firefox axes Flash to keep you safe online

In case you were wondering why videos and games on Facebook aren’t working in Firefox anymore, the makers of the browser have decided to disable Adobe’s Flash Player for the foreseeable future. Mark Schmidt, head of Firefox’s support team, announced a new Occupy Flash movement on Twitter stating that the latest version of the browser blocks all versions of Flash Player. However, it won’t be a permanent blockade. Schmidt explained

Apple Pay launches in Britain, with hiccups

By Eric Auchard LONDON (Reuters) – Apple introduced mobile payments in Britain on Tuesday, hoping to make a splash with consumers familiar with using cards for tap-and-go purchases, as resistance from hold-out banks and stores appeared to evaporate. Starting Tuesday, Apple Pay is set to be available in 250,000 sites, from Tube stations to coffee shops, supermarkets and travel services, making it more widely available than when it was first

Iran gears up for trade and investment boom that could reshape region

Iran is preparing for a trade and investment boom that could reshape the region after agreeing with world powers to curb its nuclear programme, paving the way for sanctions that have stifled its economy to be lifted. With just under 80 million people and annual output of some $400 billion, Iran is set to be the biggest economy to rejoin the global trading and financial system since the break-up of