Microsoft's security meeting - hidden agenda or not?

Microsoft's security meeting causes unease

Hasn't Microsoft always been there competitor?
But if they havn't then it may be controversey to halt the meetings for the sake of consumer protection! But run by Microsoft they will be biased and hidden agendas are likely to be under the table.

But they have a huge advantage, their products are free - which is more than others can say!

What do you think of this?