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Madoff aftermath cuts funds for the vulnerable

In the sweeping scope of the Bernard Madoff investment scandal, it’s just a little loss.

Jobs appears closer to returning to work at Apple

Apple co-founder and CEO Steve Jobs appears to be a step closer to returning to work, as a doctor gave him an "excellent prognosis" after receiving a liver transplant at a Tennessee hospital.

Apple's disclosures about Jobs might draw lawsuits

After watching billions of dollars evaporate on news that Steve Jobs will take a medical leave of absence — just a week after the cancer survivor advised people to relax because his health problems were easily treated — some Apple Inc. shareholders likely are thinking about lawsuits.

Sequels to iconic CEOs rarely as good as original

Legendary CEOs like Apple Inc.'s Steve Jobs are almost impossible acts to follow. Most of the sequels have disappointed the stock market, with some flopping so badly that they were scrapped to make room for the return of the star attraction.

Is interim CEO on a trial run at Apple?

Tim Cook has been here before, but not at such a critical juncture in Apple’s history.

Jobs' hiatus thrusts quiet exec into the spotlight

Steve Jobs proved his technological genius long ago. Now Tim Cook will provide some insight into whether Jobs was smart enough to groom an executive who can keep the shine on Apple even when Jobs isn't around.

Nobody wants to see Apple Jobs-less

It was the kind of news nobody really wanted to hear: no Steve Jobs at next month’s Macworld Expo, his absence seemingly a dress rehearsal for a time when the man who not only co-founded Apple but revolutionized personal technology won’t be a part of such events.

`Fake Steve Jobs' stops blogging as the 'Real Dan'

It was bad enough when Dan Lyons stopped sharing his musings about the technology scene in a hilarious satire of what Apple Inc. founder Steve Jobs would be like as a blogger.

CNN hands over info on author of Steve Jobs rumor

A CNN-owned Web site called iReport.com, which publishes reports written by ordinary citizens, said Friday it will give the Securities and Exchange Commission information about the author of an item that claimed Apple CEO Steve Jobs had suffered a heart attack.

Ex-Apple top attorney settles with SEC for $2.2M

The former top attorney at Apple Inc. on Thursday agreed to pay $2.2 million to settle federal regulators' charges that she altered company records to conceal improper backdating of stock options for senior executives including Steve Jobs.

All Eyes on Apple at Macworld

Steve Jobs has a tough act to follow at the Macworld Conference & Expo on Tuesday: himself.

Fake Jobs to Embark on Real Book Tour

The "Fake Steve Jobs" blogger who jealously guarded his anonymity for nearly a year will soon embark on a publicity tour to tout his forthcoming book.

Blogger Outed: 'Fake Steve' Is Dan Lyons

At long last, someone has cracked one of the technology world's biggest mysteries — the identity of Fake Steve, a sharp-tongued blogger who had tech aficionados in stitches with a satiric diary purporting to be from Apple CEO Steve Jobs.

Gates, Jobs Make Rare Joint Appearance

Legendary technology rivals Bill Gates and Steve Jobs made a rare joint appearance Wednesday and wasted no time making nice.

Jobs, Clooney Among Rave Award Winners

Steve Jobs was a no-show to pick up an award named after him, and actor-turned-muckraker George Clooney also passed on his chance to pick up the "renegade" award at Wired magazine's annual Rave Awards.

Apple Computer Set to Mark 30th Birthday

Silicon Valley's historic orchards have virtually disappeared but one notable fruit still stands: Apple. As the storied company celebrates its 30th birthday in a week, Apple Computer Inc. will have brushed off its bruises from product failures and arguably misguided decisions to emerge with a shine that's more than skin-deep.

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CES Tidbits: Google, iPhone, Twitter (Oh My?)

Leading up to CES 2010, a few notables: Google: As reported on All Things Digital, Google has scheduled an Android press event for January 5th, just two days before the official start of CES.

John Tantillo's Top Ten Brand Winners and Losers of 2009
Source: Marketing Doctor Blog

John Tantillo names his top 5 brand winners and top 5 brand losers from 2009.

'Steve Jobs Syndrome': What Happens if Dimon Leaves J.P. Morgan? - Deal Journal - WSJ
Source: Wall Street Journal

No CEO's profile has risen as high or as quickly as Dimon's during the crisis. Along the way, Dimon has earned such plaudits as "America's most important banker," "the government's banker of choice," and "Wall Street's sole remaining hero."

Jobs may make Mat lose his job
Source: The Sydney Morning Herald

A long-time Apple software developer from Sydney fears he may have to lay off most of his staff after draconian Apple legal threats and a rare personal email from Apple chief executive officer Steve Jobs.

Smoking Near Apple Computers Creates Biohazard, Voids Warranty
Source: Consumerist

Unless you've just arrived in 2009 on a time machine, you know that smoking isn't good for you. Did you know, that smoking isn't good for your computer, either? It's true, at least according to Apple.

Smoking Near Apple Computers Creates Biohazard, Voids Warranty
Source: Consumerist

Unless you've just arrived in 2009 on a time machine, you know that smoking isn't good for you. Did you know, that smoking isn't good for your computer, either? It's true, at least according to Apple.

The decade of Steve Jobs, CEO of Apple (Fortune's CEO of the Decade)
Source: CNN

Superlatives have attached themselves to Jobs since he was a young man. Now that he's 54, merely listing his achievements is sufficient explanation of why he's Fortune's CEO of the Decade (though the superlatives continue).

Interview: The Man Who Named the iMac and Wrote Think Different
Source: cultofmac.com

Meet Ken Segall — the man who dreamed up the name "iMac" and wrote the famous Think Different campaign. Segall is a veteran creative director who worked at Apple's agency, TBWA\Chiat\Day, back in the day.

Steve Jobs is more popular than Oprah
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US teens have voted Apple's Steve Jobs the person they most admire because he has 'made the world a better place'.

Uncovering Steve Jobs' Presentation Secrets
Source: Business Week

For his new book, communications coach Carmine Gallo watched hours of Jobs' keynotes. Here he identifies the five elements of every presentation by the Apple CEO

Steve Jobs victim of unflattering ad placement by Wall Street Journal
Source: The San Francisco Chronicle

Earlier this week, the Wall Street Journal ran a photo of a strikingly gaunt Steve Jobs -- for a story about the Apple chief executive's first public appearance since undergoing a liver transplant -- directly next to an ad for Halloween skeleton costumes.

Jobs Takes Stage at Apple Event - WSJ.com
Source: Wall Street Journal

Steve Jobs unveils new features and lower prices for Apple products. He is being seen for the first time since his liver transplant 6 months ago.

Five things that Steve Jobs won't announce today
Source: Telegraph

Who knows what Steve Jobs will announce at Apple's orgiastic It's Only Rock 'n Roll media event in San Francisco later today. Indeed, who knows if it will be Jobs himself or a fake Steve who gives the mass rally at 10.00 am pacific today to the Apple faithful.

Munster: Steve Jobs will host next week's Apple special event
Source: CNN

Apple hasn't confirmed it, but Piper Jaffray's Gene Munster seems pretty certain that Steve Jobs himself will introduce a new line of iPods next week.

What's Steve Jobs got to do at a Coldplay Concert?

In what probably was his first public appearance after he went into an unexpected sabbatical a few months ago, Apple's Steve Jobs was spotted last month at a Coldplay concert.

Apple Tries to Kill Steve Jobs Story in Sunday Times - PC World
Source: PC World

Apple tried to block a lengthy 4,000 word plus profile of Steve Jobs from being published in yesterday's Sunday Times newspaper....

Is Apple the New Big Brother?
Source: The Daily Beast

Twenty-five years after tech geeks were liberated from the PC Empire, they started turning on Apple this week for its technological tyranny. Douglas Rushkoff on how David became Goliath.

Apple Claims New iPhone Only Visible To Most Loyal Of Customers [SATIRE]
Source: The Onion

"SAN FRANCISCO—In a move expected to revolutionize the mobile device industry, Apple launched its fastest and most powerful iPhone to date Tuesday, an innovative new model that can only be seen by the company's hippest and most dedicated customers."

Jobs is Back, Back Again
Source: tmz.com

Look who's back in town. Mr Jobs himself, fresh out of medical leave for a liver transplant. Photo taken on an iPhone, of all things.

Lawsuit claims Apple, Mafia sent threats via iPod
Source: CNET.com

Gregory McKenna, of Florissant, Mo., is suing Apple because he says two of the company's iPods contained illegal receivers that allowed the Mafia to send him threatening messages, according to court documents obtained by CNET.

Iran: Step Forward Maj. General Steve Jobs
Source: Fintan Dunne Independent Journalist Blog:

The recent dramatic events in Iran have indefinitely sidelined the hard-line mullahs. I'm referring to the mullahs of the rabid US neocon cohort and their corresponding absolutists in Iran.

A deadly organ donor system - The Boston Globe
Source: The Boston Globe

No one would dream of suggesting that medical care is too vital or sacred to be treated as a commodity, or to be bought and sold like any other service.

iPhone Overheating: Apple Blames The Weather
Source: The Huffington Post

Careful iPhone 3GS users ... your phone may get a little warm. Is it a bug or a feature? Your iPhone can also be used to warm up a cup of coffee!.

Fox News goes 10 for 10!
Source: Politico

Congratulations to everyone on the Fox News team. Obviously, it takes a total team effort to be the Leader on cable news. The best way Americans can honor the men and women serving overseas is to be informed about the issues confronting our country.

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