Microsoft shuts down Skype after 20 years of service

After 20 years of service, Microsoft has officially shut down Skype as part of its strategy to focus on Teams.

Microsoft has officially announced the shutdown of Skype on Monday, May 5, the popular video-calling app that has been a digital communication leader for two decades. The company made this decision as part of its new strategy to streamline and integrate its communication platforms.

Skype has seen a significant decline in usage over recent years, with Microsoft shifting its focus to its collaboration app, Teams.