Microsoft to shut down Skype after two decades

Microsoft has officially announced that it will be shutting down its renowned video application, Skype, after more than two decades of service.

For years, Skype was the go-to platform for video calls, widely used by individuals and businesses alike. However, with the rise of alternatives such as WhatsApp, Apple's iMessage, and professional conferencing platforms like Zoom, Skype's popularity has steadily declined over the past few years.

Now, Microsoft has confirmed that it will discontinue the service, urging users to either export their data or transition to Microsoft Teams. The company stated that Teams offers a range of advanced chat and calling features, making it a suitable replacement for Skype.

To facilitate the transition, Microsoft will introduce a migration service that allows users to seamlessly move their group chats and other important data to Teams.