What’s In The News: February 1st, 2011

This is what’s in the new for Tuesday, February 1st. the Wall Street Journal reports that Samsung Electronics said it will offer full refunds to customers who have bought its personal computers built with Intel’s (INTC) flawed new chipset. …the Daily Mail reports that Microsoft (MSFT) warned of a newly discovered flaw in Windows that could be used by hackers to take over computers or steal personal details…the New York Post reports that Netflix (NFLX) shares yesterday fell 1.79% following rumors that Amazon.com (AMZN) may start a rival service. WedBush Securities analyst Michael Pachter says that in addition to streaming movies, Amazon may also form a partnership with Redbox owner Coinstar (CSTR), and notes that HBO is still “up for grabs” as a partner for Amazon…And finally, Reuters reports that GM (GM) is considering adding new plants in China in 2011 and beyond.