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Microsoft files complaint with the EU Commission, accusing Google of stifling competition in the search market, seeks fair play.

Capcom pulls plug on Mega Man Universe for Xbox LIVE and PSN, citing various circumstances. Fans miss out on custom levels and revamped classics.

Google pledges to revolutionise Kansas City, Kansas, with an ultra-fast broadband network, sparking widespread enthusiasm and future aspirations.

Andrea Anderson, Business Manager for Ochre Business Solutions, discusses the imperatives for smaller businesses in 2011.

Cisco is set to acquire Calif-based newScale, enhancing its cloud service provision with newScale's self-service IT portals for rapid infrastructure deployment.

Google takes on social search, introducing the +1 button, letting users recommend content right when it matters.

Vodafone shifts its Egyptian call centre to Auckland, creating 125 jobs, following political unrest and aiming for superior service.

HP says it will heavily in its channel to make its WebOS development platform is a more compelling and profitable one than Apple's.

One company's recipe for making fibre-to-the-home available on tap involves blowing cables down consumers' water pipes.

Vodafone's public policy chief, Hayden Glass, to exit, sparking search for successor. His background spans telecoms, government, and law.

Datacom introduces a scholarship for NZ's Imagine Cup victor, offering internships and mentoring in tech. Applications now open.

Nokia files second complaint with US International Trade Commission, claiming Apple infringes its patents in its devices.

Google to refine Gmail ads, promising fewer but more relevant adverts, including local deals and offers, enhancing user experience.

New Zealand's 3DS enthusiasts can soon embark on underwater adventures with Steel Diver, launching May 12th for NZ$99.49.

Mortal Kombat may introduce 'online pass', requiring a code for full online play, akin to EA and THQ's systems, Joystiq reveals.

NZ iPad 2 fever escalates, shipping delays hit 4-5 weeks due to soaring demand since Mar 25 launch. Will you wait or brave the store queues?.

Infor has inked a reseller agreement with KernMobile to enhance its Enterprise Asset Management offerings for local government and utilities.

Brocade announces a $100M investment into APAC's IT sector to bolster ethernet fabric adoption, aiming to lead in the cloud computing race.

Amazon beats Apple and Google by launching its own cloud-based music storage and streaming service. Video inside.

The Summer of Tech programme, formerly Summer of Code, is set to expand nationwide, offering tech students across New Zealand invaluable industry experience.