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European startups
fromBenzinga
2 months ago

Consumer Tech News (May 5-May 9): Google Faces Divestiture Demand From US DoJ, Microsoft Pulls Plug On Skype, Tesla Axes Cybertruck Range Extender & More - Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL), Amazon.com (NASDAQ:AMZN)

Trump might extend TikTok's sale deadline if no deal is finalized.
DOJ proposes Google divestiture to target ad business dominance.
Buffett plans to retire as CEO of Berkshire Hathaway.
Microsoft will shut down Skype, urging users to switch to Teams.
fromMarketplace
2 months ago

Bytes: Week in Review - DOJ pushes Google ad tech sell off, OpenAI cancels for-profit plans and Skype shuts down

The DOJ seeks to break up parts of Google's ad business, reinforcing its monopoly status in the tech market.
#microsoft
Remote teams
fromComputerworld
2 months ago

Microsoft makes it official, kills Skype

Microsoft has officially discontinued Skype in favor of Microsoft Teams.
Skype lost popularity over the years, leading to its shutdown.
European startups
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

It's last call for Skype as the once-popular video calling app shuts down

Skype will permanently cease operations after May 5, 2023, with users urged to migrate to Microsoft Teams.
Remote teams
fromMail Online
2 months ago

Major Microsoft service used by 2bn people permanently shut down TODAY

Microsoft has permanently shut down Skype after 21 years, urging users to migrate to Teams.
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Mobile UX
fromGSMArena.com
2 months ago

Skype is shutting down today

Skype officially retires as Microsoft transitions users to Microsoft Teams, ending its service and urging users to adapt.
Microsoft prioritizes streamlining communication tools by phasing out Skype.
European startups
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Skype got shouted down by Teams and Zoom. But it revolutionised human connection | John Naughton

Microsoft's termination of Skype marks the end of a significant chapter in digital communication history as users are migrated to Teams.
Mobile UX
fromGSMArena.com
2 months ago

Skype is shutting down today

Skype officially retires as Microsoft transitions users to Microsoft Teams, ending its service and urging users to adapt.
Microsoft prioritizes streamlining communication tools by phasing out Skype.
European startups
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Skype got shouted down by Teams and Zoom. But it revolutionised human connection | John Naughton

Microsoft's termination of Skype marks the end of a significant chapter in digital communication history as users are migrated to Teams.
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#video-communication
Startup companies
from24/7 Wall St.
4 months ago

Skype's Demise Shows A Great Idea Can Still Loose Billions of Dollars, And Investors Need to Think About Their OpenAI Position Next

Skype's failure underscores that innovation alone cannot ensure long-term success without a solid execution and monetization strategy.
Remote teams
fromArs Technica
2 months ago

RIP Skype (2003-2025), survived by multiple versions of Microsoft Teams

Skype was a pioneer in video communication but struggled post-Microsoft acquisition.
Zoom overtook Skype during the COVID-19 pandemic due to superior features.
Microsoft's aggressive promotion of Teams led to Skype's decline and integration.
Startup companies
from24/7 Wall St.
4 months ago

Skype's Demise Shows A Great Idea Can Still Loose Billions of Dollars, And Investors Need to Think About Their OpenAI Position Next

Skype's failure underscores that innovation alone cannot ensure long-term success without a solid execution and monetization strategy.
more#video-communication
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

RIP Skype. Born: 2003. Died: today.

Skype revolutionized communication with free voice and video calling but is now obsolete in the face of newer competitors.
Retirement
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Long-distance romance and closure from husband's death - your memories of Skype

Skype played a crucial role in maintaining long-distance relationships and connecting families before the rise of competing platforms.
European startups
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Skype is shutting down. If you still use it, like I do, here are some alternatives

Skype revolutionized global communication through its VOIP services but will shut down in 2025 due to market saturation and competition.
Privacy technologies
fromTechCrunch
4 months ago

As Skype shuts down, its legacy is end-to-end encryption for the masses | TechCrunch

FinFisher software demonstrated severe vulnerabilities in supposedly secure communication systems like Skype, highlighting the risks faced by privacy in the digital age.
Video games
fromGameSpot
5 months ago

Skype, Once Touted For Xbox, Gets Snapped Out Of Existence

Microsoft is shutting down Skype on Xbox in May, transitioning to Teams.
Xbox's entertainment-centric strategy failed, contributing to PS4's market dominance.
Skype was heavily marketed for Xbox One, including voice control features.
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