Facebook retreat shows ad-targeting risk
(AP)
at 2007-12-01 14:29:51
 AP - Facebook pushed the boundaries of ad targeting when the online hangout presumed users would want the site to mine their Internet activity.
More Web surfing data helps ad targeting
(AP)
at 2007-12-01 14:29:51
AP - Based on the weather reports and restaurant listings you check out online, Yahoo Inc. has a good idea where you live. Based on searches you've done, the Web portal might also know where you want to go.
AOL uses Amazon for video sales
(AP)
at 2007-12-01 14:29:51
AP - AOL on Friday scrapped its year-old pay-for-download service in favor of Web retailer Amazon.com Inc.'s technology for selling movies and TV shows online.
Stem cell pioneer says embryonic research still needed
(AFP)
at 2007-12-01 14:29:46
 AFP - A Japanese scientist who helped produce stem cells from skin says controversial research on human embryos must continue for now, as it will take time to put the new breakthrough into practical use.
Oil majors Eni, Burren agree takoever
(AFP)
at 2007-12-01 14:29:46
 AFP - Italian oil firm Eni and oil and gas exploration firm Burren Energy said Friday they had agreed the terms of a takeover offer from Eni worth 1.74 billion pounds.
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