| 야후, 스타타랩 인수 |
| [디지털타임스 2004.10.25 04:06:07] |
야후가 이메일 검색전문업체인 스타타랩을 인수하면서 이메일 프로그램을 기반으로 한 검색시장에 뛰어들었다고 로이터통신이 보도했다.스타타랩은 이메일 사용자들이 받은 편지함에서 이메일과 첨부파일을 검색하고 일정을 공유할 수 있는 `블룸바(Bloomba)”라는 프로그램을 개발한 업체로 블룸바는 마이크로소프트(MS) 아웃룩과의 경쟁을 목표로 하고 있다. 야후측은 인수가 지난 20일 완료되었다고 밝혔지만 인수가격은 공개하지 않았다.
한편, MS는 지난 7월 이메일 검색전문업체인 룩아웃을 인수한 바 있다.
이홍석기자
음, e-Mail 솔루션 업체의 인수라니~~
소프트웨어 사업으로의 진출이라 생각할 수는 없을 것 같고, 기술력에 대한 M&A 인가?
http://www.statalabs.com/
October 20, 2004
We are pleased to announce that Stata Labs has been acquired by Yahoo!. We are thrilled to join Yahoo!’s industry-leading team of technical experts. This acquisition will provide Yahoo! with exceptional technological expertise and strategic assets.
We appreciate the ongoing support we’ve received from our customers and partners. We intend to continue supporting Stata Labs’ existing customers for one year from date of product purchase. Again, we thank you for your support and encourage you to review the Frequently Asked Questions.
Sincerely,
The Stata Labs Team
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did Yahoo! acquire Stata Labs?
This acquisition will provide Yahoo! with exceptional technological expertise and strategic assets.
What does Yahoo! plan to do with the technology as a result of the acquisition?
At this time we do not have any announcements about the ongoing plans for the technology or the specifics of the transaction.
I just purchased Bloomba or SAproxy Pro. Can I get a refund?
Customers who purchased Bloomba or SAproxy Pro within the last thirty days are eligible for a full refund. To receive a refund please email support@statalabs.com by November 21, 2004.
Will I still receive support on Bloomba or SAproxy Pro?
Yes, current customers of Bloomba and SAproxy Pro will continue to receive one year of standard online support from the date of product purchase. For online support please visit: http://www.statalabs.com/support.
Do you still offer Premium Support?
Premium Support is no longer available for Bloomba or SAproxy Pro customers. Standard email and website support is available for one year from date of purchase. Customers who purchased Premium Support will be issued a full refund. To receive a refund please email support@statalabs.com by November 21, 2004.
Will there be upgrades available for Bloomba or SAproxy Pro?
At this time, there are no plans to offer upgrades for Bloomba or SAproxy Pro.
Can I still use my current copy of Bloomba or SAproxy Pro?
You can continue to use your current version of Bloomba and SAproxy Pro as long as you wish. Standard email and website support for both products is available for one year from your product purchase date.
Will Yahoo! sell Bloomba or SAproxy Pro?
At this time there are no plans for Yahoo! to sell Bloomba or SAproxy Pro.
Where can I purchase Bloomba or SAproxy Pro?
Bloomba and SAproxy Pro are no longer available for purchase.
Can resellers continue to sell Bloomba or SAproxy Pro?
Stata Labs products are no longer available for sale through resellers.
Who can I contact if I have more questions?
For product questions please contact support@statalabs.com. For press inquiries please contact mosako@yahoo-inc.com.