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Google Privacy Settlement Unlikely to Lead to Big Change

Google has agreed to a privacy program -- including independent audits, but no monetary fees -- to settle Federal Trade Commission privacy charges around its Buzz service. Consumer protection groups say the deal isn't strong enough to lead to widespread change.

Will Alibaba Be the Third Asian Partner to Leave Yahoo?

Yahoo seems to be having trouble keeping its Asian partners happy. After South Korean and Japanese partners announced plans to ditch the Internet giant last month, Alibaba now says it may reconsider its partnership as well.