How Microsoft avoided a billion-dollar EU fine over Teams
Microsoft has successfully averted a substantial EU fine by agreeing to unbundle Teams from its Office suite, addressing antitrust concerns raised by competitors like Slack and alfaview. The company will offer reduced pricing for Office without Teams and enhance interoperability with rival communication tools. This seven-year commitment aims to foster competition and empower businesses to choose the best collaboration platform.
Microsoft has successfully averted a substantial EU fine by agreeing to unbundle Teams from its Office suite, addressing antitrust concerns raised by competitors like Slack and alfaview. The company will offer reduced pricing for Office without Teams and enhance interoperability with rival communication tools. This seven-year commitment aims to foster competition and empower businesses to choose the best collaboration platform.
