MicrosoftCES 11 Oct

Microsoft is looking to replace departing CEO Steve Ballmer by the end of the year and is closing in on a chosen candidate, Bloomberg reports. Bloomberg sources say some candidates have declined to be considered for the role, including Ebay CEO John Donahow. Other candidates currently being considered include Ford Motors CEO Alan Mulally; former […]

MicrosoftandNokia 03 Sep

Microsoft has acquired Nokia’s Devices and Services business in a $7.2 billion cash deal, GamesIndustry reports. The deal also gives Microsoft the right to license all of Nokia’s patents and mapping services. The deal includes €3.79 billion for “substantially all” of Nokia’s Devices and Services business and a further €1.65 billion to license patents. The […]