Bill Gates says US curb on skilled migrant labour will be a 'mistake'July 24th, 2009 NEW DELHI - Microsoft founder Bill Gates Friday said it would be a "big mistake" if the US imposes curbs on the entry of skilled workers from abroad, putting his weight behind "smart people" from countries like India who want to work overseas. "I can't make any predictions.
'Big mistake' if US blocks overseas skilled workers: Bill GatesJuly 24th, 2009 NEW DELHI - Microsoft founder Bill Gates Friday said it would be a "big mistake" if the US curbs the entry of skilled workers from abroad, rallying behind the "smart people" from countries like India that has a globally recognised outsourcing industry. He also said Microsoft will like to partner the Indian government in its ambitious plan to give a unique identity number and a biometric card to each of its 1.17 billion people.
Bill Gates says he seldom logs outJuly 24th, 2009 NEW DELHI - Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates Friday said he seldom logs out, rarely feels drained and finds social networking sites irritating. "I am a 24-hour technology person," said Gates, on a visit here for overseeing the philanthropic activities of the foundation he has formed with his wife Melinda.
Bill Gates says he seldom feels drainedJuly 24th, 2009 NEW DELHI - Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates Friday said he is a 24-hour technology person and rarely feels drained. "I am a 24-hour technology person.
Nandan Nilekani to head national identity card projectJune 25th, 2009 NEW DELHI - The government Thursday appointed Nandan Nilekani, co-chairman of software giant Infosys, as the chairperson of the Unique Identification Authority -- constituted to provide identity cards to Indian citizens. Nilekani, who has been given the rank and status of a cabinet minister, will step down from the Infosys board.This is a project of national importance.
Bill Gates in India to receive Indira Gandhi Peace PrizeJuly 23rd, 2009 NEW DELHI - Microsoft founder Bill Gates is in India to receive the Indira Gandhi Prize for Peace, Disarmament and Development. The award will be received on behalf of the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, which has been providing grants for public health activities, notably in the areas of HIV/AIDS prevention and communication.
President confers Indira Gandhi Prize on Bill GatesJuly 25th, 2009 NEW DELHI - President Pratibha Patil on Saturday presented the Indira Gandhi Prize for Peace, Disarmament and Development to Microsoft founder Bill Gates for his charity work. Gates received the prize on behalf of his 38 billion dollars Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation.
Bill Gates to receive Indira Gandhi Peace Prize todayJuly 25th, 2009 NEW DELHI - Microsoft founder Bill Gates will receive the Indira Gandhi Prize for Peace, Disarmament and Development here today. The award will be received on behalf of the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, which has been providing grants for public health activities, notably in the areas of HIV/AIDS prevention and communication.
Google's Chrome OS looks a lot like a familiar Linux: Bill GatesJuly 15th, 2009 As the cold war between the techno giants- Microsoft and Google continues the big shots are up with big comments. We caught up with Microsoft's founder speculations and round-up on Google Chrome OS. In an interview CNET, Bill Gates went head-on stating Google's Chrome OS looks a lot like a familiar foe: Linux.
Bill Gates Support for "Intelligent Design" Think TankAugust 27th, 2005 According to Salon Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation has pledged more than 10 million in past 5 years to the Discovery Institute, the Seattle think tank that is leading the charge to bring "intelligent design" to the masses. I can see three possibilities.
Defense Secretary Robert Gates approves Pentagon's creation of new cyber commandJune 23rd, 2009 Gates approves creation of new cyber command
WASHINGTON — Defense Secretary Robert Gates has formally ordered the creation of a new military cyber command that will coordinate the Pentagon's efforts to defend its networks and conduct cyberwarfare. A memo signed by Gates on Tuesday asks that U.S.
Revenge of The Vole (aka Microsoft)July 28th, 2005 I know "The Vole" is so The Inquirerish. However I couldn't resist the intended pun.
Mircosoft co-founder Mr. Gates threatens Danish government!February 15th, 2005 I am amazed! Read the article for some reality check on Microsoft. If it can threaten governments where does little companies stand!
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If you have ever wondered what Bill Gates says when he flies to Europe to meet with heads of state, we now have clarity, as business dudes might put it.
Microsoft Project 2010September 17th, 2009 Microsoft Project 2010 is announced as the latest step in its next wave of Microsoft Office 2010 related products such as Microsoft SharePoint Server 2010, Microsoft Exchange 2010, and Microsoft Visio 2010. Microsoft expects that this will give users a consistent experience across the PC, mobile phone and browser.
Dealertrack Holdings upgrading service that tracks identity theft preventionOctober 5th, 2009 Dealertrack upgrading identity theft trackerLAKE SUCCESS, N.Y. — Dealertrack Holdings Inc., which makes software for auto dealers, said Monday it has upgraded a service that tracks identity theft prevention.