About This Deal

Microsoft Corporation acquired Motion Bridge, a transaction announced in February 2006.

Motion Bridge operates in Windows Live / MSN Search, is based in Paris, France. MotionBridge provided search technology built specifically for mobile operators and the mobile internet, offering clustered results, deep links to downloadable content, device filtering and web-based back-office tools. Microsoft acquired it to advance its Windows Live and MSN Search mobile-search ambitions.

To deliver on Microsoft's Windows Live vision of a seamless information experience across devices, giving mobile operators tools to maximize content value and providing richer mobile-search experiences to consumers.

Deal Terms

Acquirer
Microsoft Corporation
Target
Motion Bridge
Value
Not disclosed
Date
February 2006
Type
Acquisition
Status
Official-source — no SEC filing

Transaction Details

Target HQ
Paris, France
Segment
Windows Live / MSN Search
Announced
February 13, 2006

In Their Words

The emerging field of mobile search is strategically important and crucial to delivering on our vision for Windows Live of providing a seamless and rich information experience for individuals and businesses across devices.Christopher Payne, Corporate Vice President, MSN Search, Microsoft

Advisors

Advisory firms were not disclosed for this transaction.

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