Microsoft has been one of the industry's most acquisitive companies - with a body count of approaching 300 - dating back to 1982 when it bought Xenix, a Unix-based operating system.
In 2022, it purchased digital game development company Activision Blizzard in a cash deal worth $68.7 billion, marking its largest acquisition and expanding its reach into the gaming industry.
Key acquisitions like Skype, Yammer, LinkedIn, and GitHub demonstrate Microsoft's strategy focusing not only on diversifying revenue streams, but also on enhancing team collaboration and developer engagement.
Through strategic acquisitions, Microsoft has solidified its standing in various markets, showcasing its adaptability and commitment to both enterprise collaboration and emerging technologies like AI.
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