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Microsoft’s Skype deal gets the go-ahead

Microsoft's bid for Skype has been approved by US authorities
June 21, 2011 Written by Pamela Weaver

Microsoft’s bid for Skype has received the go-ahead from American anti-trust regulators, following an “early termination” of a review into the proposed sale. Under America’s Hart-Scott-Rodinho (HSR) Act, certain types of large mergers and acquisitions deals must be submitted for review by the government.

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Microsoft confirms Skype puchase for $8.5bn

Skype ready to say "Bye Bye" to independence and "I Love You" to Microsoft
May 10, 2011 Written by Benny Har-Even

Software giant Microsoft is set to announce the acquisition of VoIP company Skype in an all cash deal said to be worth $8.5bn. Such a move would give Microsoft a greater presence with internet telephony and video calling capabilities.

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