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The 10 Hottest Tech Start-Ups of 2010

As the U.S economy emerges from recession, a new crop of start-ups is blooming. From microblogging to social gaming and genetic testing, DailyFinance takes a look at 10 companies that stand a chance of becoming the tech leaders of the next decade.

Three Reasons Why Google's Valuation Could Vault

The conventional wisdom gaining strength these days is that Google is past its hot-growth prime. But unnoticed by many investors are at least three businesses that could give the search giant's stock the kick it's looking for.

Google Woos Zynga as War with Facebook Looms

Google views Web games as a key part of its strategy to take on Facebook. Instead of confronting its rival head on, Google is assembling building blocks -- such as email, music and games -- now and hoping to connect them later.

Why Google Is a Sound Long-Run Bet

Google's earnings came in below expectations, and its stock got pummelled. But there are many positive factors -- from Chrome and Android to its smart acquisitions -- that will help Google remain dominant in the future.

A Cheap Way to Bet on Web Hotshot TenCent

China's TenCent is one of the world's largest pure-play Internet companies, and its shares are sizzling. But for a stealthy way to invest in TenCent at a major discount, buy South African media giant Naspers.