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Spotify Is Screwed Dec 06, 2023

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Spotify is the world’s biggest music streamer, but rarely turns a profit and just cut 17 percent of its workforce. Its business model looks increasingly precarious. Thanks for listening to WIRED. Talk to you next time for more stories from WIRED.com and read this story here.

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OpenAI Committed to Buying $51 Million of AI Chips From a Startup Backed by CEO Sam Altman Dec 05, 2023

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Documents show that OpenAI signed a letter of intent to spend $51 million on brain-inspired chips developed by startup Rain. OpenAI CEO Sam Altman previously made a personal investment in Rain. Thanks for listening to WIRED. Talk to you next time for more stories from WIRED.com and read this story here.

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The Race to Find What’s Making America’s Dogs Sick Dec 04, 2023

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Hundreds of dogs across multiple states have been struck down with a severe respiratory illness. Veterinarians suspect a mystery bacteria but are still grasping for clues. Thanks for listening to WIRED. Talk to you next time for more stories from WIRED.com and read this story here.

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A Life-Extension Drug for Big Dogs Is Getting Closer to Reality Dec 01, 2023

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The FDA has yet to approve any drugs for life extension. But biotech company Loyal is now a step closer to bringing one to market—for dogs. Thanks for listening to WIRED. Talk to you next time for more stories from WIRED.com and read this story here.

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The Weirdest Reason the Poles Are Warming So Fast? Invisible Clouds Nov 30, 2023

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Clouds way up in the stratosphere act like a blanket, trapping heat in the Arctic and Antarctica. That could help explain why models keep underestimating how fast they’re warming. Thanks for listening to WIRED. Talk to you next time for more stories from WIRED.com and read this story here.

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A Damning Report Claims a Major Gig Economy Union Had a Culture of Abuse and Toxicity Nov 29, 2023

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An independent report obtained by WIRED claims a UK union that won a major case against Uber mistreated its staff and grappled with incidents of racism. Two of its most senior figures have now stepped down. Thanks for listening to WIRED. Talk to you next time for more stories from WIRED.com and read this story here.

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The US Wants Vietnam to Be Its New Tech Best Friend Nov 28, 2023

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Teaming up with Vietnam may help the US lessen its dependence on China’s tech supply chain. But decoupling from a chipmaking giant like China won’t be easy. Thanks for listening to WIRED. Talk to you next time for more stories from WIRED.com and read this story here.

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Here’s What’s Next for SpaceX’s Starship Nov 27, 2023

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A second Starship test flight advanced a bit further than the first, with the rocket reaching the edge of space but blowing up soon after. Industry experts say it’s still a step forward.

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New Orleans Tried to Control Short-Term Rentals With a Lottery System. It Was a Mess Nov 22, 2023

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In trying to limit the impact of short-term rentals like Airbnbs, New Orleans used an elaborate lottery system to pit neighbors against each other. A lawsuit from angry hosts has put it in limbo. Thanks for listening to WIRED. Talk to you next time for more stories from WIRED.com and read this story here.

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The Precarious Rise of Disposable Vapes Nov 21, 2023

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Disposable vapes from brands like Elf Bar and Lost Mary have taken over the ecigarette market and become a hit among young people. Governments are trying to figure out what to do. Thanks for listening to WIRED. Talk to you next time for more stories from WIRED.com and read this story here.

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