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Japan eyes gas pipeline from RussiaJapan is urgently seeking new energy sources as it phases out nuclear power. So it’s in talks with Russia over the construction of a gas pipeline to boost energy supplies. 1 Can anybody win the patent war?Apple’s claim to fame that it came up with the iPad tablet concept has suffered a damaging blow thanks to an almost twenty year old video. It brings into question whether the tech company ‘patent wars’ are really worth fighting. 2 Big box stores not a big deal for the US and EuropeWestern retail chains are getting over giant mania by cutting number of hypermarkets in Europe and the US, while big-box stores go under due to growing competition with smaller retailers and online shops. 3 IMF: Who will share with BRICS?The IMF has received commitments for financing from the BRICS who hope to get a greater say in return. But analysts say the chances if that happening isn’t clear, or even if the BRICS are ready for change. 4 Nissan-Renault to take Avtovaz driving seatThe Renault-Nissan Alliance is moving closer to gaining control of Russia's major car maker Avtovaz. It’s creating a joint venture with state corporation Russian Technologies and investment company Troika Dialog to take over the majority interest. 5

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05.05, 15:51 5 comments Facebook ‘friends’ aim to net up to $2.7 bln in IPO Facebook major investors Accel Partners, Goldman Sachs and Digital Sky plan to sell as much as $2.68 billion in shares of the world’s largest social network in order to get their slice in its ambitious IPO.		05.05, 09:22 1 comment Market Buzz: Calm after storm Russian stocks are likely to trade lower Saturday, which is a working day in the country, with investors cautious after Friday’s losses and closely watching the weekend elections in Europe.
04.05, 17:09 Tables turned on 1Q tablet sales. Global sales of tablet PCs and e-readers dropped sharply by 38% in the first quarter of 2012 with Amazon worst hit, according to the report prepared by the International Data Corporation (IDC).		04.05, 16:03 Call for independent Russian gas producers to get tax breaks The Russian Government should provide further tax breaks to stimulate independent gas producers in the country, says Pavel Zavalny, the head of the Energy Committee of the State Duma.
04.05, 12:56 7 comments Japan eyes gas pipeline from Russia Japan is urgently seeking new energy sources as it phases out nuclear power. So it’s in talks with Russia over the construction of a gas pipeline to boost energy supplies.		04.05, 09:39 Market Buzz: Eyes peeled on US jobs Russian markets are expected to open lower on Friday amid a mildly negative background while investors wait for the US government’s monthly jobs report.
03.05, 17:24 1 comment Gazprom has years to wait for new EU energy package exemption The EU could grant South Stream an exemption from the new rules of the EU energy market aimed at separating energy production from distribution. But Gazprom says the procedure is likely to take years.		03.05, 14:34 Nissan-Renault to take Avtovaz driving seat The Renault-Nissan Alliance is moving closer to gaining control of Russia's major car maker Avtovaz. It’s creating a joint venture with state corporation Russian Technologies and investment company Troika Dialog to take over the majority interest.
03.05, 12:39 Investor rush for Russia’s Craiglist Avito.ru Investors are lining up for a piece of Russia’s soaring internet market, pouring as much as $75 million into Russia’s largest online classified site Avito.ru this year.		03.05, 09:38 Market Buzz: Investors await positive news Russian stocks are likely to trade flat on Thursday, with investors eyeing the European Central Bank as its chief Mario Draghi defines the bank’s interest rate policy.
02.05, 16:25 2 comments Junk with a sunny outlook The Standard & Poor’s rating agency has given Greece the benefit of the doubt and raised the country’s credit rating out of default territory to CCC with a stable outlook.		02.05, 14:44 9 comments Domino effect: Bolivia seized power grid from Spanish company Spain’s energy business gets a second hit from South America as Bolivia's President Evo Morales announced plans to nationalize the country’s major power grid owned by Spain's Red Eléctrica.
02.05, 13:02 2 comments PMI ups and downs: China and Russia on rise, Europe in doldrums Russia’s manufacturing showed a surprising growth in April signaling the best overall performance of the sector since March 2011, according to the report prepared by HSBC.		02.05, 09:17 Market Buzz: Higher start after holidays Russian stocks are likely to open higher on Wednesday after a three-day-holiday, bolstered by positive background on the global floors.
01.05, 15:06 6 comments May Day strikes: Trade union power or posturing? Workers day is going to see mass strikes by trade unionists across Europe protesting against the austerity measures. Is this a chance for the unions to show they still have some muscle, or will it be more symbolic?		01.05, 12:03 3 comments Can anybody win the patent war? Apple’s claim to fame that it came up with the iPad tablet concept has suffered a damaging blow thanks to an almost twenty year old video. It brings into question whether the tech company ‘patent wars’ are really worth fighting.
30.04, 17:56 6 comments Silicon Valley experts mind hunter across Russian startups Starting your own business is not easy, especially when the world is gripped by financial crisis and you live in a country which international investors look at with suspicion. But here’s where guys from California come in.		30.04, 11:15 12 comments IMF: Who will share with BRICS? The IMF has received commitments for financing from the BRICS who hope to get a greater say in return. But analysts say the chances if that happening isn’t clear, or even if the BRICS are ready for change.
30.04, 03:28 9 comments Russians top UK Rich List Russian tycoons took two of the top three spots in this year's Sunday Times Rich List. Despite the economic turmoil that has swept Europe over the past year, Britain's moguls have seen their stock increase to a record £414 billion.		28.04, 17:48 6 comments Russia and China create $4 billion investment fund Russia and China have announced the setting up of a $4 billion investment fund aimed to boost joint trade and cooperation.

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