How Big Video-Game Studios Might Profit From Smartphones

Keep an eye on Falcon Gunner, a new breed of “augmented reality” game. It’s far more sophisticated than a typical iPhone game, but still far cheaper than a console game. And that could give major game makers a much-needed openi…

Embracing Change: Why Netflix Keeps Winning

In its transition from mail-order DVDs to streaming video, Netflix’s latest move — a new plan that offers unlimited downloads and no DVDs for $7.99 per month — highlights why the company has been so successful.
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Chinese Building Boom and U.S. Optimism Boost Asian Shares

A building boom — and the constrained supply of materials due to mandated energy cuts — sent Chinese cement, metal and building-equipment stocks up Thursday. Meanwhile, Hong Kong and Japanese exporters benefited from improvin…