Microsoft's stake brings negative effects, reducing the appeal of Facebook options.

October 28 Beijing Time -- According to a comprehensive report by foreign media, Microsoft acquired a 1.6% stake in Facebook for $240 million last week, valuing Facebook at $15 billion. Major media outlets have commented on Microsoft's investment in Facebook, with most analyses suggesting that this move was part of Microsoft's strategy to try and beat Google, while also affirming Facebook's bright future. Some analysts, however, believe that while Microsoft's investment brings ample funds to Facebook, it could also bring certain negative effects, such as the dilution of Facebook's stock options value, potentially reducing its appeal to employees.

Microsoft’s acquisition of shares in Facebook is seen as an action to thwart Google. In a front-page article titled "Microsoft Pays High Price for Facebook Shares to Thwart Google," published in AFP's tech column, it was analyzed that Microsoft paid a much higher price than Facebook's current share price to purchase equity, with the aim of preventing Facebook from falling into Google's control.