AMD to spin off factories in bid to save money
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AP - In a move to dramatically cut costs and better compete with Intel Corp., chip maker Advanced Micro Devices Inc. said Tuesday it will spin off its factories into a new joint venture with investors in the Persian Gulf state of Abu Dhabi.
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EBay cutting 1,600 jobs, 10 percent of work force
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AP - After a series of changes designed to draw more people to its online marketplace, eBay Inc.'s latest alteration is aimed at its own employees. The auction site operator said Monday it will cut about 1,600 jobs, 10 percent of its work force, in its largest round of dismissals ever.
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Ford's 2010 cars will let parents set speed limit for teens
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AP - So you think junior is a little too lead-footed when he drives the family car? Starting next year, Ford Motor Co. will give you the power to do something about it.
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Robot suit for rent in Japan to help people walk
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AP - A robotic suit that reads brain signals and helps people with mobility problems will be available to rent in Japan for $2,200 a month starting Friday an invention that may have far-reaching benefits for the disabled and elderly.
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Industrial Origami snaps up $17 million
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CNET - In its third round of funding, Industrial Origami secured $17 million on Monday toward commercializing its fold-up sheet metal technologies for building cars and household appliances.
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