According to the latest outlook by IT research and advisory firm Gartner Inc global IT spending is forecast to a total of $3.6 trillion in 2011, a 5.1 per cent increase from the previous calendar year.

Global IT spending to grow 5.1% in 2011: Gartner

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Chennai-based TAKE Solutions today said it has acquired UK-headquartered WCI Consulting Group through its subsidiary, a move that will help the company establish its presence in the European region.

TAKE Solutions buys UK's WCI Consulting Group

Global chip maker Intel today announced the launch of a new range of processors that deliver high quality audio-video capabilities, along with faster computing speeds.

Intel launches new range of processors

Several new telecom operators are likely to cross threshold limit of 104 weeks given to roll out services which may prompt the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) to issue show-cause notices for cancellation of licences soon.

DoT may proceed to cancel new licences soon

Telecom representative body AUSPI today welcomed the steps being taken by Telecom Minister Kapil Sibal for addressing various telecom issues including licencing, spectrum allocation and tariffs under his 100-day agenda.

Telecom body welcomes Sibal's 100-day agenda

Genpact Limited, a global leader in business process and technology management, today announced it has been awarded a six-year contract extension by international services company Serco for finance and accounting (F&amp;A) services.

Genpact signs 6 yr Contract extension with Serco

Business Standard

If prophet Moses was to rewrite the &lsquo;Ten Commandments&rsquo; on Mount Sinai today, he would not have to necessarily etch his words in stone. He would have a plethora of options &mdash; a notebook, netbook, or even a tablet PC like Apple&rsquo;s iPad.

In full display: Tablets dazzle at CES 2011

When Rajan Anandan quit as the Managing Director of Microsoft India in August 2010, many within the industry assumed he would start his own company. But Anandan had other plans.

Sharing success

Despite being a seasonally slow quarter, the third quarter (October-December) numbers of Tier-I information technology companies for 2010-11 are expected to log a volume growth in the range of 5.5 to 7 per cent and revenue growth of 6 to 8 per cent (dollar terms), said analysts.

Dec quarter IT results to be better despite seasonal weakness

Omnitech Infosolutions, a business availability and business continuity services provider, annouced the acquisition of Avensus Netherland BV for $9 million (Rs 40 crore).

Omnitech buys Dutch firm for $40 cr

Intel Corporation today announced its much anticipated second-generation Core processors in Indian markets.

Intel launches next-generation Core processors

Patni promoters have called for a board meet in Mumbai the same day.

Patni-iGate deal likely on Monday

The Telecom Disputes Settlement and Appellate Tribunal (TDSAT) today passed an interim order on Uninor&rsquo;s appeal against a Department of Telecommunications (DoT) notice, asking it to pay a penalty due to delay in rollout obligations.

TDSAT asks Uninor to pay 60% penalty; admits case against DoT

Looking to strengthen its domestic market position, Nokia India is offering tailor-made mobile applications through its Ovi Music, which are are free of cost.

Nokia Ovi Music service goes desi

With clouds of economic slowdown fading, the Indian IT industry will meet in February to discuss about new challenges like protectionism and opportunities that have emerged post recession.

Nasscom to host India Leadership Forum 2011 in Feb

Indian companies are expected to focus on mainland Europe to tap growth opportunities in the offshore technology services market worth tens of billions of dollars, global research group Gartner has said.

Offshoring: Indian cos may focus more on European mkt

IT hardware company WeP Peripherals, has joined hands with Memjet to bring colour office printers to India. The printer, powered by Memjet technologies, can print up to 60 pages per minute. The partnership was announced this week at the International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, Nevada.

WeP partners Memjet

All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy, goes the saying. But the stakes are very high, and it&rsquo;s hard work pleasing youngsters.

Fun 'n' games converge with movies, devices

Not waiting for Nasscom presence, have begun work on spurring investment, common issues and govt lobbying.

IT companies forming regional bodies in smaller cities

Sifting through thousands of demos at CES 2011 and narrowing down to a few is a very demanding and subjective choice. Nevertheless, Business Standard has picked a few that may be of interest to gizmo geeks.

Digital assistants

It appears that 2011 will be the year of 3D again for the consumer electronics industry. While 2010 CES &ldquo;was certainly defined by 3D&rdquo; (included 3D content, hardware and services), 2011 CES will again play home to the entire 3D ecosystem, according to Shawn Dubravac, CFA, chief economist and director of research, Consumer Electronics Association.

3D rings again at CES this year

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