AOL expands TV, European efforts

 

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America Online progresses along the road to global dominance, broadening its presence in Europe and taking bolder steps into the offline space. And in a fight to protect its branded properties, the company files a trademark suit against a rival instant messaging firm.

AOL, Gemstar in TV pact AOL licenses Gemstar's technology to develop AOL TV electronic programming guides that will incorporate features of interactive navigation with television. AOL makes new play for Europe America Online moves to expand its European Web presence through deals with World Online, Lycos Bertelsmann, and VNU NV. AOL sues instant messaging company update America Online sues to stop Tribal Voice, a provider of instant messaging software, from using the term "Buddy List" on its service.