Welcome to this morning's edition of “First To Know,” a series in which we keep you in the know on what’s happening in the digital world. We’re keeping our eyes on four particular stories of interest today.
Groupon & Live Nation To Launch Local Ticketing Service
Groupon and Live Nation have partnered to launch a new online ticketing deals channel called GrouponLive, the companies announced jointly Monday morning.
LinkedIn Announces IPO Details
LinkedIn plans to offer 7.84 million shares for between $32 and $35 in its initial public offering, valuing the company in the ballpark of $3 billion.
Google To Build Own Office Space
Google is planning to build its own office space on a 9.4-acre lease near Shoreline Boulevard in Mountain View.
Gilt Raises $138 Million
Flash sales startup Gilt Groupe has raised $138 million in a round of funding announced Monday.
Further News
Apple has superseded Google to become the most valuable consumer-facing brand in the world, according to a study published by global research agency Millward Brown.
The relaunch of the PlayStation Network has been delayed again.
More than 3 million pre-orders have been placed on the Galaxy S II, Samsung's dual-core Android phone, according to unconfirmed reports.
The iPad edition of The New Yorker is now available via subscription.