Microsoft rolls out global ad package

Microsoft will unveil its new global ad package - Microsoft Digital Advertising Solutions (MDAS) - this month at the interactive media conference Ad:Tech in Shanghai.

Microsoft will offer advertisers in Asia a platform for reaching audiences via MSN's pre-programmed content and all 20 interactive properties under the Windows Live umbrella, including Windows Live Mail, Live Messenger and Live Search.

Microsoft also aims to offer over a dozen properties, including Xbox Live, and opportunities with partners such as Facebook. and in-game advertiser Massive Inc.

"The real strength will be in the addition of Xbox and Office Online," said Alice Manners, COO, GroupM Interaction Asia-Pacific.