Microsoft to Retire Skype in Favor of Teams This May

by News Editor

March 3, 2025

As of May 5th, Microsoft will cease support for Skype. This move, confirmed through the company’s blog, encourages users to transition to Microsoft Teams—a platform that has become increasingly central to their strategy.

Key Facts Of The Transition

Skype support will officially end on May 5, 2025, as Microsoft shifts focus to Teams.
Microsoft Teams offers free access on all supported devices using the same credentials as Skype.
Chats and contacts will be synced automatically between Skype and Teams to ease the transition process.
Skype and Teams will run concurrently for a limited period, allowing cross-platform communication.

A Look Back: The Journey Of Skype

Launched in 2003 and acquired by Microsoft in 2011 for over $8 billion, Skype transformed communication with its platform.

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Despite its early popularity, Skype’s usage dwindled with the rise of platforms like Zoom and Microsoft Teams.

As Microsoft continues to innovate with Teams, we also see major strides in technology across the globe.

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Genikes Insurance Wins Two Global Banking And Finance Awards

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

May 18, 2026

Genikes Insurance received two distinctions at the Global Banking and Finance Awards 2026, winning Best General Insurance Company in Cyprus and Best Insurance Website Cyprus. The awards reflect the company’s position within the Cypriot insurance market as well as its broader digital transformation strategy focused on expanding online services and improving customer experience.

Market Leadership And Digital Transformation

Genikes Insurance has invested in developing a more modern digital platform designed to simplify key insurance services, including policy issuance and online claims management. The company said the upgraded platform aims to improve efficiency and accessibility while strengthening its position within an increasingly competitive insurance sector.

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Customer-Centric Approach

Commenting on the recognition, General Manager Christiana Agrotis said the company continues focusing on reliability, innovation and customer-focused services tailored to the needs of the Cypriot market. According to Agrotis, the recognition of the company’s digital platform also reflects the trust customers place in its services and broader insurance offering.

Technology-Driven Innovation

The updated website was designed to provide simpler navigation and improved access to insurance information and digital services. Company officials said the platform forms part of broader efforts to integrate technology more closely into customer service and operational processes. Genikes Insurance added that it remains focused on strengthening long-term customer relationships while continuing investments in digital capabilities and service development.

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