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Spotify rolls out group chats

Spotify users can now share the podcasts, playlists, and audiobooks they’re listening to with up 10 people.

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Powell’s press conference, Big Tech earnings, U.S. dollar volatility and more in Morning Squawk

Here are five key things investors need to know to start the trading day.

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Microsoft Previews Windows 11 Update With Smarter AI and Phone Continuity

Here’s a peek at AI assistance, phone-to-PC handoff, accessibility improvements, security fixes, and stability updates. The post Microsoft Previews Windows 11 Update With Smarter AI and Phone Continuity appeared first on TechRepublic.

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Deezer Moves to Demonetize AI-Generated Music Streams Amid Widespread Fraud

The Paris-based streaming service also plans to commercialize its proprietary AI-detection technology for the broader music industry. The post Deezer Moves to Demonetize AI-Generated Music Streams Amid Widespread Fraud appeared first on TechRepublic.

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Lumbee Tribe teases possible casino plans after land purchase in North Carolina

The Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina secures 241 acres of land in Robeson County and teases the idea of a casino and resort in the announcement. The update comes from the Lumbee Tribal Chairman, John L. Lowery, who has discussed … Continue reading

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Coalition for Prediction Markets takes out full page advert in Washington Post

The newly formed Coalition for Prediction Markets (CPM) have gone big on the marketing budget, as they share a full page advertisement in the Washington Post. Within it, it reads “CFTC regulated prediction markets (already) ban insider trading.” It then … Continue reading

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Las Vegas Sands sees uptick in Q4 financial report, but Sands China declines

Las Vegas Sands, which owns properties worldwide, posts a strong Q4 and full-year, but Sands China sees dip. The net revenue of the company was $3.65 billion, compared to $2.90 billion in the prior year quarter. The operating income was … Continue reading

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Waymo robotaxi hits a child near an elementary school in Santa Monica

The child, whose age is not known, sustained minor injuries according to Waymo. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is investigating.

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Upwind raises $250M at $1.5B valuation to continue building ‘runtime’ cloud security

The $250 million Series B was led by Bessemer Venture Partners, with participation from Salesforce Ventures and Picture Capital.

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UK bans Coinbase ads implying crypto can ease cost of living concerns

The ASA upheld complaints that Coinbase’s adverts trivialised the risks of investing in cryptocurrency.

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