Microsoft has a new search engine calls Kumo.

Currently its still being tested internally and the technology is based on their Powerset acquisition.

Most likely the current Live Search will be rebranded with Kumo capabilities.

Microsoft PR says, “Given the depth and breadth of our current online service offering, we recognize a need to sharply define and align our online brands.”

It is rumored Live Search will also have a new name, Kumo.

Hmm to me I prefer the name Live Search to Kumo.

The latter sounds some kind of Oriental related thingie to me.