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Nokia shareholders approve Microsoft deal

Nokia shareholders have approved the €5.4 billion sale of the company's mobile phone business to Microsoft, deciding the deal's financial benefits outweighed any objections to the loss of a Finnish national asset.
Business • 19 Nov 13

Microsoft narrows CEO shortlist

Microsoft has narrowed its list of external candidates to replace chief executive Steve Ballmer to about five people, according to sources.
Business • 06 Nov 13

Nokia unveils two new 'phablets'

Nokia hailed a "generation of innovation" as it launched a raft of new products including its first Windows tablet device and two new large- screen smartphones, or "phablets".
Business • 22 Oct 13

Microsoft to buy Nokia phone unit for €5.4 billion

Nokia has agreed to sell its main handset business to software giant Microsoft for €5.44 billion.
Business • 04 Sep 13

Nokia shareholders express frustration with CEO

Nokia investors have told CEO Stephen Elop that they were running out of patience with his flagging attempts to catch up with smartphone market leaders Apple and Samsung.
Business • 07 May 13

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