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Microsoft confirms headline features for Dynamics CRM 2016

Microsoft has confirmed the final list of features that will make up the upcoming release of Dynamics CRM 2016. In a post on the Dynamics blog, Bob Stutz, corporate VP of Microsoft Dynamics CRM, explained that the solution will release in Q4 2015 and there are six major new features aimed at improving the intelligence, mobility and service provided by Dynamics CRM. Cortana sees its role in Dynamics CRM step

IBM buys StrongLoop to add Node.js development to its cloud

IBM has made another acquisition to bolster its enterprise cloud offering in the shape of StrongLoop. The deal, for which terms have not been disclosed, gives IBM a top player in the application developer software for enterprise sector and, in particular, it focuses on the popular open source programming language Node.js. What the technology does is provide enterprises with the chance to develop cloud based and mobile apps equipped with

This algorithm automatically de-clutters your photos

It’s always a pain when you take a beautiful photo and fail to notice the ugly coke can lying on the grass until you get home. But new software could let your computer automatically remove that and other distractions. Right now, most photo editing software allows you to manually remove distracting elements, but doing it automatically with one-click could extend the benefits to those less inclined to spend hours fussing

EU's Vestager says undecided yet on opening ZTE, Vringo probe

By Foo Yun Chee FLORENCE, Italy (Reuters) – EU regulators have yet to decide whether to wade into a patent dispute between ZTE and New York-based patent licensing firm Vringo, despite a year-old complaint by the Chinese handset maker, the bloc’s antitrust chief said. ZTE took its grievance to the European Commision in June last year after failing to reach a deal with Vringo on charges for using the U.S.

Trillenium takes virtual reality into online shopping

By Li-mei Hoang LONDON (Reuters) – Hrvoje Prpic is wandering through a fashion boutique trying to pick out a new accessory. The 43-year-old is the founder of Trillenium, a start-up that creates virtual stores for brands aimed at marrying the experience of real-life shopping with the convenience of e-commerce on smartphones and computers.

Bosch sees electric, connected cars opening new markets

The rise of electric and Internet-connected cars is helping German auto supplier Bosch [ROBG.UL] to win new customers as it branches into areas such as software and services, a board member told Reuters. Leasing companies, car parks and technology companies are among the markets opening up to the business, Rolf Bulander said in an interview on the eve of the Frankfurt car show. Bosch’s expertise in sensors in particular is

Verizon says TV streaming could be added to new mobile video service

By Malathi Nayak LAS VEGAS (Reuters) – If Verizon’s new mobile video service go90 succeeds in grabbing the attention of millenials who increasingly watch content on mobile devices, a streaming option for TVs could be next. Verizon Communications Inc, the No. 1 U.S. wireless carrier, launched a trial of its free, ad-supported mobile video product, an app that offers live events, on-demand shows and Web videos, on Tuesday. Companies such

Apple upgrade program seen driving demand for new iPhones

(Reuters) – Apple Inc has just made buying a new iPhone every year more affordable – a move that analysts said will drive demand from now on, starting with the new iPhone 6S and 6S Plus. Apple announced a program on Wednesday that will allow users to finance unlocked versions of the new iPhones through monthly installments starting at $32, regardless of carrier. “We think this program should act as

Chinese cyber spying targets broad array of U.S. interests: Clapper

Chinese cyber espionage continues to target a “broad spectrum of U.S. interests,” including national security information, sensitive economic data and intellectual property, the U.S. Director of National Intelligence James Clapper said on Thursday. “Although China is an advanced cyber actor in terms of capabilities, Chinese hackers are often able to gain access to their targets without having to resort to using advanced capabilities,” Clapper told the House of Representatives Intelligence

Hard-disk maker Seagate to cut 1,050 jobs worldwide

(Reuters) – Hard-disk maker Seagate Technology Plc said it planned to cut 1,050 jobs, or 2 percent of its workforce, as part of a restructuring program. Seagate has reported a fall in sales for the past two quarters, hurt by weak demand from original equipment manufacturers, including PC makers. Research firm International Data Corp said last month that it expected a bigger drop in 2015 PC shipments than it had

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