Skype’s Last Call: Microsoft Says Goodbye After Two Decades

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Today’s updates are all about endings: Skype signs off for good, Big Tech redefines end-of-life comms, and Expedia bids farewell to 3% of its staff. In tech, nothing goes on forever … except for maybe cyberattacks and data leaks. Let’s get into it!

Here's What You Need to Know Today:

Skype Has Left the Chat

So long, dial tones and glitchy goodbyes. Skype has officially logged off.

Today, Microsoft discontinued its iconic video chat app and is now pushing everyone toward Teams, its newer, more corporate-friendly platform. Skype users will be transferred to Microsoft Teams Free accounts.

Skype chat logs and call history will be available within Skype until January 2026.

“Putting all our focus behind Teams will let us give a simpler message and drive faster innovation,” said Microsoft 365 exec Jeff Teper. In other words, Skype’s glory days are over … and there’s no looking back.

The writing's been on the wall for a while, but confirmation came inside Skype in Windows preview, displaying a blunt message: “Starting in May, Skype will no longer be available.” For loyal Skype users, this is the end of an era defined by dropped calls, pixelated faces, and a whole lot of nostalgia.

Why it matters: This is more than a rebrand. It’s Microsoft’s shift from consumer-friendly to enterprise-first. In the new communication landscape, productivity wins. It also signals how Big Tech is doubling down on ecosystems over individual tools, nudging users into bundled platforms where flexibility takes a backseat to integration.

From awkward freezes to “Can you hear me now?”—Skype, we’ll miss your chaos. In the meantime, here are some of the best alternatives to Skype to check out!

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Reddit’s AI-Powered Answers Feature Gaining Steam … And It’s Coming For Google

First they came for the memes … now they’re coming for your Google searches.

Reddit’s new AI-driven feature, Reddit Answers, is quickly gaining traction with users seeking direct answers rather than community-driven conversations. CEO Steve Huffman recently revealed the platform's shift to cater to “Seekers”—those who use Reddit to find honest advice rather than just browse through threads.

Since launching in beta, Reddit Answers has had over a million weekly active users. It is becoming a serious rival to Google search, and plans are in place to integrate it more deeply into the platform by 2025. The move is part of Reddit’s larger effort to monetize its treasure trove of user-generated content and position itself as a trusted AI-enhanced search alternative.

If successful, it could reshape the way we search—and where we search.

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Security Alerts

Big Tech Targets End-of-Life Software Security Chaos with OpenEoX

Cisco, Microsoft, Dell, and other big players in tech are backing OpenEoX, a proposed standard to fix the fragmented way end-of-life (EoL) product notices are shared.

The framework promises a universal, machine-readable format that plugs directly into SBOMs and security tools, giving defenders a fighting chance to track when products quietly become unsupported and dangerously vulnerable. This move may end the guesswork about what’s supported, unpatched, or vulnerable.

Nova Scotia Power Hit by Cyberattack—Hackers Disrupt Systems, Silence Lingers

A cyberattack on Nova Scotia Power and Emera has disrupted key systems, including customer support, but power services remain unaffected. The blackout of information since April 28 raises eyebrows as investigators investigate the breach.

With nearly 3 million customers in their network and no known group claiming responsibility, the silence only fuels speculation that ransomware could be at play.

Silence speaks volumes … in this case, it’s a clear red flag for a potential hacker attack.

Industry Shakeups

Expedia Slashes Workforce (Again) in Latest Round of Layoffs

Expedia Group is trimming 3% of its workforce, with cuts hitting engineering and other departments.

The travel giant has laid off thousands in recent months despite posting strong revenue growth, leaving many questioning whether these layoffs are a necessary restructuring or a sign of deeper issues.

The company says the cuts are part of a renewed focus on “strategic priorities.” But for employees, that’s cold comfort. As Expedia shifts its gaze toward long-term growth, its workforce is left navigating short-term uncertainty. For many, it's yet another reminder that stability is no longer a given—even in profitable tech.

Expedia’s idea of strategic planning? Fewer people, more buzzwords.

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