FoxyTunes has developed a browser plug-in for online music.
"paidContent" reports that Yahoo! Inc. (Nasdaq: YHOO) has acquired Israeli start-up FoxyTunes Ltd. for an undisclosed amount. "paidContent" notes that FoxyTunes has "a browser plug-in for Firefox and Internet Explorer that has features such as online music and lyrics search, and also lets users control their media player from within the browser. The parent of the plug-in is based in Israel."
Two weeks ago, "TechCrunch" cited rumors circulating Silicon Valley that Yahoo! wanted to acquire FoxyTunes.
Yahoo! is setting up an R&D center in Israel. Microsoft Corp. (Nasdaq: MSFT) has made a $44 billion offer for Yahoo!.
Published by Globes [online], Israel business news - www.globes-online.com - on February 4, 2008
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