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Microsoft avoids EU fine after Slack complained about Teams bundling

The Verge 12 Sep 2025 · 10:51 AM
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Microsoft has evaded a fine from the European Commission by agreeing to unbundle its Teams app from Office suites. This decision follows an antitrust complaint from Slack, addressing competition concerns. Microsoft will offer Office versions without Teams at reduced prices and ensure interoperability with competing tools. These commitments will be enforced for up to ten years, promoting fair competition in the collaboration software market.
Microsoft avoids EU fine after Slack complained about Teams bundling
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Microsoft has evaded a fine from the European Commission by agreeing to unbundle its Teams app from Office suites. This decision follows an antitrust complaint from Slack, addressing competition concerns. Microsoft will offer Office versions without Teams at reduced prices and ensure interoperability with competing tools. These commitments will be enforced for up to ten years, promoting fair competition in the collaboration software market.
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