VentureBeat is reporting that they have learned that Microsoft has agreed to acquire semantic search engine Powerset. Silicon Alley Insider is re-reporting the rumor. However, TechCrunch is saying that their sources are saying the deal hasn’t yet been signed (no prediction).

Will Microsoft scoop this one up or will it fall through like the Xobni deal as soon as the Powerset see what life is like in Redmond?

Will Microsoft Acquire Powerset By End Of July?

venturebeat_pw predicted Yes on 27th Jun 08

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Will Microsoft Acquire Powerset By End Of July?

siliconalleyinsider_pw predicted Yes on 27th Jun 08

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The News Prediction Game

Tags: microsoft, powerset, silicon alley insider, venturebeat

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