Satya Nadella named Microsoft’s chief executive
2014-02-05
Bill Gates has quit as Microsoft chairman to take up a new role as technology adviser in a management shake-up that will see Satya Nadella become chief executive. Read More…
Microsoft may name Ford’s Alan Mulally as new CEO
2013-11-10
Recent reports have revealed that software giant Microsoft is close to finalizing its new CEORead More…
GE, Microsoft to form a healthcare joint venture
2011-12-10
GE and Microsoft today announced a plan to create a joint venture targeting the healthcare segment by providing organisations and professionals use real-time, system-wide intelligence to improve healthcare quality and the patient experience. The new company will develop and market an open, interoperable technology platform and innovative clinical applications focused on enabling better population health management to improve outcomes and the overall economics of health and wellness, which will combine Microsoft’s deep expertise in building platforms and ecosystems with GE Healthcare’s experience in clinical and administrative workflow solutions, empowering healthcare professionals and organizations with the intelligence and capabilities to respond to the rapidly evolving and complex healthcare landscape.Read More…
Microsoft to acquire Skype
2011-05-10
Microsoft Corp and Skype Global S.à r.l have announced that they have entered into a definitive agreement under which Microsoft will acquire Skype, a global Internet communications company, for US$8.5 billion in cash from the investor group led by Silver Lake. The agreement has been approved by the boards of directors of both Microsoft and Skype. The acquisition will increase the accessibility of real-time video and voice communications, bringing benefits to both consumers and enterprise users and generating significant new business and revenue opportunities.Read More…