Microsoft is officially retiring Skype, its iconic communication service acquired in 2011, as it pivots towards its more successful Teams platform. Originally a leader in internet calls, Skype struggled to compete with modern apps like Zoom and Slack. Daily active users plummeted to 36 million by 2023, a stark drop from over 300 million monthly users in 2016. Microsoft aims to migrate Skype users to Teams before the platform's shutdown in May 2024, reflecting a strategic shift in response to changing user preferences.
Skype was once the leading platform for internet calls, but recent developments have rendered it obsolete as smartphone-native apps and Zoom gained popularity.
Microsoft's decision to shut down Skype reflects its shift towards Teams, a platform that has overtaken Skype and aligns with its corporate strategy.
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