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Delta Air Lines is planning to introduce 'basic' business class fares that unbundle premium cabin tickets, potentially focusing on domestic and international markets with restrictive features, and other airlines are expected to follow suit, signaling a shift towards more segmented and potentially less flexible premium travel options.
Southwest Airlines is ending its 'bags fly free' policy on May 28th, introducing checked bag fees that mirror industry standards, while avoiding transparency about the prices. This move aligns Southwest with competitors but diminishes its unique customer-friendly brand. The airline aims to benefit financially through baggage fees and tax advantages, despite potential operational drawbacks. Customers are advised to reconsider their options and strategies when flying with Southwest, especially in competitive markets or at airports where Southwest is dominant.
Microsoft has announced that it will sell Teams separately from its Office suite globally, following pressure from European regulators. The decision comes after an antitrust complaint from Slack and a formal investigation by European regulators into Microsoft's bundling of Teams with Office 365 and Microsoft 365. The move aims to address concerns about competition and market position, allowing customers more flexibility in their purchasing choices. Starting April 1, customers will have the option to choose between bundled or separate subscriptions for Teams and Office products.
Microsoft is now offering Microsoft Teams separately from Microsoft 365 and Office 365 worldwide, following its initial unbundling in the European Union and Switzerland to avoid potential fines. This move comes after feedback from the European Commission and addresses concerns raised by multinational companies seeking more flexibility in their purchasing. Users can now choose to keep their current deal or switch to the separate offerings, with new commercial customers able to purchase Teams on its own for $5.25, and Office without Teams available for $7.75 to $54.75. This decision stems from an antitrust complaint filed by Slack in 2020, and while the unbundling has already taken effect, Microsoft still faces potential fines if found to have violated antitrust laws.