IBM's cloud initiative repackages its familiar offerings (InfoWorld)
InfoWorld - Mixing together a m??lange of services, software and marketing, IBM's announcement this week of its Cloud Services Initiative is about putting an organizing construct around all of its cloud offerings, according to one IBM executive.

Voter Database Glitches Spark Controversy
Voter-registration database problems could disenfranchise thousands of voters.

Google OKs Religious Groups' Abortion Ads
Facing legal action, Google agrees to anti-abortion ads by religious groups.

SAP saw sudden drop-off in software sales (Reuters)
Reuters - German software maker SAP AG warned that its sales had abruptly dropped off in the last two weeks of September as companies cut back on computer-related spending due to the widening financial crisis.

Gadgets of the Future Almost Here
Ear-sized iPod? Cell phone that finds your glasses? Future of gadgets is here.

Ford's 2010 cars will let parents set speed limit for teens (AP)

AP - So you think junior is a little too lead-footed when he drives the family car? Starting next year, Ford Motor Co. will give you the power to do something about it.