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US, China reach 'framework' deal for TikTok

US, China reach 'framework' deal for TikTok: The "framework" deal with China is "between two private parties, but the commercial terms have been agreed upon," CNBC quoted Bessent as saying on the sidelines of a meeting between the two countries in Madrid on Monday. Read More

Spotify will now let free users pick and play tracks: Spotify is adding new features for free customers that let them pick and play tracks. Read More

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OpenAI board chair Bret Taylor says we’re in an AI bubble (but that’s okay)

OpenAI board chair Bret Taylor says we’re in an AI bubble (but that’s okay): Like OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, Bret Taylor thinks we're in an AI bubble — but he doesn't sound too worried about it. Read More

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