"The two companies are plagued by a similar malaise -- the inability to transform beyond original services and products".
@Dave, I agree. If the two companies are unable to transform beyond original services and product, why would one seek to unite them? That would be a doomed union. Would it not?
"Yahoo should have jumped at the Microsoft acquisition when it had the chance."
Dave,
That was three years ago. Many predicted Yahoo desintegration when the deal failed, but the company is still here today. They are struggling but not dead yet.
That is a very bold prediction by Bolaji. I personally don't believe RIM would be willing to accept an alliance with Yahoo. Both companies have to find their salvation in different direction.
Dave, Right. Yahoo should have jumped at Microsoft's offer four years ago. It didn't and Microsoft isn't likely to make the offer again. So, aside from fading off what should Yahoo do? It can continue managing a decline or do something radically different. Google did the same by buying Motorola and introducing Android. Yahoo must come up with a new game plan.
Thanks Bolaji for the article. I hardly seen new innovation from Yahoo that may be of good benefit to RIM's Blackberry. Though, Bolaji you have highlighted areas i think of interest to shareholders. But, what could sustain and keep them in business for longer period should merger happens - technology innovation that may complement Blackberry and BBM in particular.
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