Atomico's CEO: Skype Will Be Popular for a Long Time

The transcript discusses the journey of Skype, from its creation in 2002 to its sale to eBay in 2005, and later to Microsoft. The speaker reflects on the decision to sell and the impact Skype has had on global communication. The discussion also covers the competitive landscape of messaging services, comparing Skype to other platforms like WhatsApp and Facebook Messenger. The speaker believes there is room for multiple players in the market and emphasizes the continuous evolution of messaging services. The focus is on leveraging technology to disrupt non-tech sectors.

What was the initial sale price of Skype to eBay in 2005?

• $8.5 billion

• $5 billion

• $3.1 billion

• $1.5 billion

Who eventually acquired Skype after it was bought back?

• Microsoft

• Facebook

• Amazon

• Google

How does the speaker describe the role of Skype in people's lives?

• A social media network

• A tool for business communication

• A platform for gaming

• A service for connecting with loved ones

What does the speaker compare the current messaging app landscape to?

• The mid-80s

• The late 90s

• The early 2010s

• The early 2000s

According to the speaker, what is the future of messaging services?

• A single dominant service

• A decline in usage

• A continuous proliferation of services

• A merger of all services