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Don't Bite the Hand That Feeds You: The 7 Rules of Technology Ecosystems

Rule #7: "Don't be a douche bag." Regardless of the reason for partnering, each partner brings its own agenda to the table. Systemic problems in ecosystems arise when the various parties don't establish or communicate rules of engagement. If you're a technology startup, here are some hard lessons from the trenches.READ»

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Why Government Should Oversee Computer Security

While a clever virus runs rampant on the social networks, the UK blocks Wikipedia for hosting an image of an album cover showing a naked girl. Is cyber-security broken?READ»

Tech Watch: Google Knows If Your Kids Have The Flu

Google.org takes on the spread of flu, IBM takes on broadband over power lines, and the Department of Justice takes on tech companies LG, Sharp, and Chunghwa for price-fixing LCD panels.READ»