The U.S. Federal Trade Commission said on Friday that it had cleared Microsoft to buy Skype.



From All About Microsoft:

I asked Microsoft officials whether they’re still awaiting additional antitrust approval before moving forward with the acquisition. A Microsoft spokesperson said the company had no comment. But I’d expect Microsoft would still need approval in other geographic jurisdictions before the deal gets final approval.

Microsoft announced intentions to buy VOIP/video provider Skype on May 10 for $8.5 billion in cash. Officials said they were counting on the deal to secure regulatory approval before the end of calendar 2011. Microsoft is planning to make Skype a separate business division, officials said.

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