https://thenextweb.com/artificial-intelligence/2018/06/01/microsoft-reportedly-in-talks-to-acquire-git-hub/ > Long standing rumors Microsoft has its sights set on acquiring popular code repository GitHub, it turns out, may have some substance. > A report from Business Insider cites sources close to both GitHub and Microsoft who claim the two companies came together to discuss a joint marketing venture, and are now contemplating a full acquisition.