In this World Wide Wrap: Samsung's PRAM promises battery boost, ARM and Globalfoundries in talks, and servo control benefits SMEs.
I don't think government really thought it out when it enacted several laws.
The Indian company holds the South African government responsible for the breakdown in discussions, while MTN shares and the rand take a knock.
In today's technology roundup: Icann opens up to the world, Red Bull to become network operator?, 'time telescope' could boost Web, and Twitter unveils 'Lists'.
In this World Wide Wrap: Chinese govt starts RFID project, VeriChip wins $10m RFID deal, and iPhone app unlocks car.
In this World Wide Wrap: System cuts data centre CO2, network to bring iPhone HDTV, and next-gen circuits coming.
In this World Wide Wrap: Ignoring lawsuits cheaper, legislation repeals telcos' immunity, and conglomerate suffers patent suits.
In this World Wide Wrap: Microsoft drives content management, American Express and GlobalPlatform partner, and Azcar acquires Matchframe Video.
In this World Wide Wrap: IBM prepares self-service platform, self-service leads to job cuts, and mobile handset self-service embraced.
Mobile accessories present dealers and resellers with an up-sell opportunity, says Sony Ericsson SA.
In this World Wide Wrap: Gizmodo shows oddest gadgets, thin gadgets are in, and no holiday cheer for gadget makers.
In this World Wide Wrap: Live video makes cities bustle, new SOC enhances digital TV, and CNN brings live video to iPhone.
In this World Wide Wrap: IBM takes on MS in Africa, Rwandan handset plant under pressure, and Botswana woos Chinese telcos.