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WhatsApp and Skype Set to Come Under New EU Security Rules.

By Rishikesh - Dec 14, 2016 09:46 AM EST

The popular online messaging company such as Skype and WhatsApp will have to face stricter rules on managing users under new data and security laws slated to be proposed by the European Union. European Union executives are reportedly attempting Handing Over The Top service.All the online web services company will have to guarantee the confidentiality of the communications and will have to obtain users permission to process their location data. The telecom companies have long complained that companies such as Facebook, Microsoft and Alphabet Inc's Google are more lightly managed, despite offering similar services.

Skype Offers Free Calls for Japan and Ecuador Earthquake Victims

By Jenn Loro - Apr 19, 2016 07:20 AM EDT

Microsoft-owned Skype now offers free calls to landlines and mobiles in response to powerful earthquakes that hit Japan and Ecuador over the weekend. The free Skype calls apply to domestic and international calls except for special, premium service and non-geographical numbers.

Hyderabad TV Anchor Commits Suicide While On Skype Call

By Jenn Loro - Mar 17, 2016 07:51 AM EDT

A 23-year-old Hyderabad TV Anchor reportedly killed herself while on a Skype call with his boyfriend. Her death came just days after Tamil TV actor Sai Prashanth allegedly died after poisoning himself.

Skype for Web Can Now Be Used to Call Phones

By Kanika Gupta - Mar 16, 2016 10:53 AM EDT

Skype users will now be able to call landlines and cell phones directly with their Skype for Business and Skype for Web services.

Microsoft Is Making Sure That You Can Use Skype From Web Browser

By Kamal Nayan - Jun 05, 2015 01:07 PM EDT

Microsoft is making it easier for users to ditch the native app and use Skype from web browser, just like Google's Hangouts. The company recently announced Skype for Web (public beta).

Microsoft Launches Skype For Business, To Replace Lync

By Kamal Nayan - Apr 15, 2015 05:04 AM EDT

Microsoft is rolling out Skype for Business, formerly known as Microsoft Lync, across its subscription-based Office 365 cloud this month.

Skype Offers Free Calls to US And Canada From India Until March 1

By Kamal Nayan - Dec 16, 2014 10:42 AM EST

Shortly after unveiling its real-time Translator preview, Skype has announced a limited time offer in which Skype users in India will be able to call any landline or mobile number in the US or Canada for free. The offer is valid for existing and new users until March 1 2015.

Microsoft's Real-Time Skype Translator Available For Windows 8.1 And Windows 10 Technical Preview Users

By Kamal Nayan - Dec 16, 2014 01:14 AM EST

Microsoft released the first public preview of real-time Skype translator, kicking off with two spoken languages, Spanish and English. The service provides real-time translation for voice calls and online chats.

Wire Is a Beautiful Chat App, Backed By Skype Co-Founders - To Take on Skype

By Kamal Nayan - Dec 06, 2014 10:18 AM EST

Skype co-founder Janus Friis is backing a new communication app called Wire that aims to take on Skype itself. The slick looking app was launched few days ago for Mac, iOS and Android devices and has been build by a team of 65 people.

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