Linked by Thom Holwerda on Sun 18th May 2008 20:42 UTC
When Microsoft said it withdrew its offer to buy Yahoo earlier this month, many people figured the acquisition dance was far from over - that the withdrawal and the subsequent letter from Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer to his Yahoo counterpart were nothing more than a move in an ongoing strategic battle. It appears those people were right, as Microsoft just issued a statement regarding Yahoo.
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"Microsoft said on Sunday that it had approached Yahoo, this time with an ostensibly narrower aim: a collaboration on Internet advertising. But it hinted that it could still seek a takeover down the road." ( http://www.nytimes.com/2008/05/19/technology/19soft.html?hp )
Well, I'd say 'Sutor ne ultra crepidam.' Not being able to tolerate another company's success in an area where they are clearly superior, doesn't show much wisdom and it also doesn't seem a well thought out businness plan. While others concentrate on real development, these guys seem to still be on the if you can't beat it eat it wagon. I'd say the best way to lead would be by trying to be better. This tale is getting a bit stale