Skype, that free (and quite secure) voice-over-IP program we all know and love, was purchased by eBay for billions. Niklas Zennstrom & Co., who were previously responsible for peer-to-peer file sharing application KaZaA, made out like bandits, and I couldn’t be happier for them.
Now they are being sued by StreamCast Networks, maker of the Morpheus file-sharing program, for alleged RICO violations.
I can’t help but think this event is fueled by jealousy and contempt. I am a bit suspicious as well – I wouldn’t be surprised if we soon heard that StreamCast is cutting deals with big telcos and media players.
***UPDATE***
Techdirt summarizes that it is all about the money, and there does seem to be jealousy involved – and maybe breach of contract too.