Why Microsoft Acquired Maluuba - Market Realist

Earlier in the series, we discussed Microsoft's recent acquisition of Simplygon in the AR space. To move ahead in the AI space, Microsoft (MSFT) announced that it plans to acquire Maluuba, an AI (artificial intelligence) startup. AI is an umbrella term that encompasses natural language processing, machine learning, and robotics. AI enables sensing, prediction, analysis, and solutions for various IT (information technology) issues. Research and algorithm development for machine learning is Maluuba's strength.