Microsoft has been dreaming up the next Big Things in communication, collaboration and production technologies (once again showing that the most revolutionary characteristics of next generation technologies are in dramatically improved interface design).

The full video and, if things went too fast for you, some stills are here.

1. Content is king, contacts are queen.
2. Media will all be focusing more on monetization of (sometimes: hidden) digital assets.
3. Subscription models for premium features and services will blossom.
4. Filesharing will, in all kinds of disguises, remain a main driver of social media’s success.
5. The most successful communities and social media that don’t have a sustainable revenue model can be acquired relatively cheaply.
6. Big American communities will focus on monetizing non U.S. traffic.