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Skype and Kazaa: Niklas Zennström

How I Built This with Guy Raz

CHAPTER

Navigating Challenges: The Rise of Skype and Competition

This chapter delves into the entrepreneurial journey through the tumult of 2005, marked by legal hurdles and the rise of Skype. It explores strategic negotiations with major tech players like Yahoo, AOL, and Microsoft amid concerns over competition and potential acquisition.

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