Bill Gates has revealed that he encouraged Microsoft to purchase Skype. “I was a strong proponent at the board level for the deal being done,” Mr Gates, Microsoft’s chairman told the BBC’s Hardtalk programme. ”I think … read more
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Microsoft planning strategic deal with Chinese search giant Baidu
14th May 11 3:00 pm with 13 CommentsMicrosoft is planning to announce a new strategic deal with Chinese search engine Baidu, according to reports. The software giant is expected to close a deal soon with Baidu according to sources who spoke to … read more
The key to Microsoft’s Skype deal is integration and timely execution
10th May 11 8:25 pm with 29 CommentsMicrosoft’s acquisition of Skype on Tuesday has raised many industry eyebrows, but how exactly does the company plan to silence its critics? The purchase of Skype, valued at $8.5 billion, is Microsoft’s most expensive acquisition … read more
Microsoft confirms purchase of Skype for $8.5 billion
10th May 11 12:10 pm with 37 CommentsMicrosoft announced on Tuesday the acquisition of Skype. The software giant announced the deal on Tuesday, valued at $8.5 billion cash. Both Skype and Microsoft’s board of directors have approved the deal and Microsoft will … read more
Microsoft to announce Skype acquisition later today
10th May 11 7:42 am with 18 CommentsMicrosoft has finalized its talks with Skype and will announce a deal later today, according to reports. The software giant will announce its acquisition of Skype in hours, a deal valued at around $8 billion … read more
Microsoft in talks to partner with or buy Skype?
8th May 11 4:29 pm with 23 CommentsMicrosoft is allegedly in talks with Skype, according to reports. The software giant has reportedly entered into talks with Skype about either partnering with, acquiring or investing in the company. Om Malik at gigaom.com reports … read more
Google not happy with Microsoft’s USDA cloud deal
9th Dec 10 12:37 am with 8 CommentsGoogle says it didn’t get a chance to compete for the U.S. Department of Agriculture cloud deal that Microsoft revealed on Wednesday. Microsoft announced on Wednesday that the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is … read more
Microsoft signs deal with the Russians, now a member of Russia’s Silicon Valley
1st Nov 10 12:00 pm with Comments OffMicrosoft announced on Monday that it had signed a memorandum of understanding with the Skolkovo Fund. The agreement introduces a range of initiatives that the pair will focus on. The Skolkovo is a high-tech hub … read more