The “news” appeared online a few days ago saying that Microsoft were going to introduce another level of LIVE membership, probably above gold, called V.I.P.

From HHGS:

According to a customers survey done in France, Microsoft is considering a new level of Xbox Live called the VIP service. Now with this upgraded version, users will be able to get online storage for their content, a brand new matchmaking option, a option that allows the user too send free invitations to silver members, and better connectivity. It’s no denying that Xbox Live’s gold members are reaping the awards that Microsoft has provided them and with this optional addition it can’t do anything but expand on this already great feature.

At this moment in time it is too early to suggest that this will definatly happen. With the news last week that research has suggested that Xbox LIVE will generate $1billion a year for Microsoft there is a possibility that some new features will be added to the service to gain more upgrades from silver to gold. If it is any of those mentioned remains to be seen.