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Peter Kafka

Peter Kafka

Former Senior Correspondent

    Latest articles by Peter Kafka

    Technology
    Coming to Theaters Near You: New Movies From NetflixComing to Theaters Near You: New Movies From Netflix
    Technology

    This won’t revolutionize the movie business. But it will generate lots of attention for the streaming video service. Smart.

    By Peter Kafka
    Technology
    Facebook Will Use Facebook Data to Sell Ads on Sites That Aren’t FacebookFacebook Will Use Facebook Data to Sell Ads on Sites That Aren’t Facebook
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    Google will pay attention.

    By Peter Kafka
    Technology
    Here, Again, Is Why Apple Bought Beats MusicHere, Again, Is Why Apple Bought Beats Music
    Technology

    The music download era is over, replaced by streaming.

    By Peter Kafka
    Technology
    Now Marc Andreessen Says Tech Has a Burn Problem, TooNow Marc Andreessen Says Tech Has a Burn Problem, Too
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    By Peter Kafka
    Technology
    Startup Studio Science Makes a Big Bet on Mobile AdsStartup Studio Science Makes a Big Bet on Mobile Ads
    Technology

    The startup investor and hatchery buys PlayHaven from Upsight.

    By Peter Kafka
    Technology
    Millennial Media Buys NexageMillennial Media Buys Nexage
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    By Peter Kafka
    Technology
    Apple’s Beats Music Brand May Go Away. Apple’s Beats Music Service Is Sticking Around.Apple’s Beats Music Brand May Go Away. Apple’s Beats Music Service Is Sticking Around.
    Technology
    AT&T’s Cord-Cutter Pitch: Broadband, HBO + Amazon, for $40 a MonthAT&T’s Cord-Cutter Pitch: Broadband, HBO + Amazon, for $40 a Month
    Technology

    Of course there is a lot of fine print. Still, interesting.

    By Peter Kafka
    Technology
    AT&T & Chernin Buy Fullscreen, the Big YouTube Video NetworkAT&T & Chernin Buy Fullscreen, the Big YouTube Video Network
    Technology

    This deal indicates a growing interest in subscription video services for the joint venture.

    By Peter Kafka
    Technology
    Apple Tops 10 Million in First Weekend iPhone SalesApple Tops 10 Million in First Weekend iPhone Sales
    Technology

    That beats last year’s records, as well as some analysts’ estimates.

    By Peter Kafka