- Mon Aug 31 1998 PointCast founder plans new firm
Chris Hassett is quietly proceeding with plans to launch a New York-based start-up that focuses on Net entertainment programming.
- Fri Sep 26 1997 Apple CEO search narrows
As Apple Computer sorts through its list of potential candidates for its chief executive slot, a short list has developed, according to a published report today.
- Wed Jul 7 2004 AT&T fights for local service
Deal lets company move some local phone customers to McLeodUSA's network, as FCC readies temporary rules.
- Thu Dec 11 2003 AT&T to offer Internet calling
The long-distance provider announces a new voice over Internet Protocol service it says will be available to consumers early next year. - Thu Mar 5 1998 PointCast updates push
PointCast announces the key components of upgrades to its software, which "pushes" information to users' desktops.
- Wed Feb 4 2004 AT&T looks for an image makeover
In a $200 million advertising campaign, the company aims to trade in its old Ma Bell look for one more suited to the Internet age.
- Fri Apr 23 2004 The real fight begins for AT&T, Baby Bells
Telecommunications players are divided over the meaning of an FCC ruling that says AT&T must pay local landline fees for long-distance calls routed, in part, over the Internet.
- Thu Jul 22 2004 AT&T drops hunt for residential customers
Company says it will no longer seek out new residential customers for its wired telephone business.
- Tue May 18 2004 AT&T to re-enter mobile market with Sprint
Spurred by uncertainty over its current wireless contract, the long-distance giant announces a five-year deal with Sprint and says it may launch new cellular services before the end of 2004.
- Thu Apr 29 2004 AT&T proposes end to Bell dependence
The phone giant proposes to build its own local telephone switching structure to eliminate its dependence on equipment from the four Baby Bells.



