Some members have expressed a deep concern about Neowin showcasing screenshots of Windows Live Messenger 9, they say it breaches the non disclosure agreement (NDA) they signed with Microsoft.
While this new version is most definitely not a state secret, and widely known on most if not all tech related websites (even as far as listing the new features), we have decided to pull the screenshots due to claims that the beta could be comprimised should it not remain low-key. I know that new software from Microsoft such as Live Messenger generates a lot of interest for those not lucky enough to be on the beta, but we reckon it"s a good idea to wait until Microsoft formally announces the beta of Windows Live Messenger and makes it available to a wider audience.
So for now, good luck Live Messenger team and those who are testing it!
Update: I"d like to point out to avoid confusion that we were not contacted by Microsoft, I consulted an MS contact on this matter myself.