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YouTube TV introduces cheaper bundles, including a $65/month sports package: YouTube TV is offering new, less expensive plans that can be customized around topics like sports, news, and entertainment. Read More |
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MrBeast's company buys Gen Z-focused fintech app Step: YouTube megastar MrBeast announced on Monday that his company, Beast Industries, is buying Step, a teen-focused banking app. Read More |
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