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Report: Microsoft’s Proposed TikTok Acquisition Comes with Some Clear Risk
Microsoft has confirmed it wants to buy TikTok in the United States. However, such a purchase would come with no guarantees of success.
How Microsoft’s Mojang Purchase Changed the Company’s Acquisition Culture
Microsoft gaming executives have discussed how the purchase of Mojang taught the company to acquire companies and let them operate to their strengths.
Microsoft Expands Cloud Telecommunications Ambitions with MetaSwitch Networks Acquisition
Microsoft’s acquisition of Metaswitch Networks follows a recent purchase of Affirmed Network as companies communications output takes shape.
Microsoft Denies MicroVision Acquisition Rumors
According to a shared voice recording from Microsofts Mixed Reality Defense Specialist Alison Fehling, stories about a supposed acquisition of MicroVision are false rumors.
The EU’s Privacy Watchdog Is Worried about Google’s Fitbit Acquisition
The European Data Protection Board has raised concerns about Google's plan to acquire wearable-maker Fitbit. The deal, which was confirmed by the search giant...
Spotify Announces Acquisition of SoundBetter
Music streaming giant Spotify has purchased audio promotion platform SoundBetter and will fold it into its Artists division.
Microsoft Announces Acquisition of Online Ad Innovator PromoteIQ
Microsoft has purchased PromoteIQ for an undisclosed amount and will place the company within the Microsoft Advertising platform.
Microsoft Announces Acquisition of Data Control Solutions Firm BlueTalon
Microsoft has acquired BlueTalon for an undisclosed amount and will use the service to bring more data compliance management to organizations.
Microsoft Office Gets Virtual Environment Improvements via FSLogix Acquisition
Microsoft is bringing FSLogix containers to Office 365 ProPlus subscribers free of charge, improving performance alongside upgrades to apps like Teams, OneDrive, and Calendar for a better virtualization experience.
Microsoft Continues GitHub Spending Spree with Pull Panda Acquisition
Microsoft's acquisition of Pull Panda will improve GitHub's analytics, reminders, and more for pull requests and code reviews. The app's features will debut on the site soon but will continue to be available separately in the meantime.
GitHub Announces Acquisition of Dependabot Automated Update App
Dependabot is an app that automates dependency updates. GitHub says the tool has been directly integrated into projects.
Microsoft Finalizes $7.5 Billion GitHub Acquisition
Four months after announcing the deal, Microsoft has closed its acquisition of GitHub and confirmed the company will remain independent.
EU Commission Gives the Green Light on Microsoft’s $7.5 Billion GitHub Acquisition
The EU Commission has unconditionally approved Microsoft's GitHub acquisition after an investigation revealed the company has no incentive to change its open source nature.
Adobe XD Leverages Sayspring Acquisition to Develop Voice Support
Adobe XD now lets developers prototype voice applications through a development from the recently acquired Sayspring team.
European Commission Sets Decision Timeline for Microsoft’s GitHub Acquisition
Europe will give its regulatory decision on the GitHub acquisition by October 19, with a green light finalizing the deal.
Microsoft’s GitHub Acquisition ‘Inconceivable’ 4 Years Ago, Says Cloud Head Scott Guthrie
Microsoft veteran and cloud head Scott Guthrie has spoken about the company's GitHub acquisition, focus shift, and reshuffle in a sprawling interview.
Facebook Aims for Mixer, YouTube, and Twitch with Vidpresso Acquisition
Through the acquisition of Vidpresso, Facebook hopes to differentiate by bringing interactive features to videos on its network.
Slack Announces HipChat Acquisition as Microsoft Teams Competition Mounts
Slack has acquired the IP of Atlassian's HipChat and Stride, with plans to migrate its user base and provide deeper integration with Trello and Jira. However, it's unclear if the move will be enough to combat Microsoft's generous free Teams offering.
Developers Still Have Mixed Feelings about Microsoft’s GitHub Acquisition
It's been two weeks since Microsoft announced its GitHub acquisition, and developers are still concerned. Despite promises of new features and no ads, competitors are seeing increased traffic.
Microsoft Announces Flipgrid Acquisition, Makes Education Platform Free
Microsoft is purchasing Flipgrid and will refund users of the subscription service, which will now become free for its 20 million users in 180 countries.