China Blocks Meta-Manus Deal
According to Bloomberg, “China Blocks Meta’s $2 Billion Acquisition of AI Firm Manus”, the NDRC ordered the parties to withdraw the takeover, underscoring that advanced AI is now a matter of GEOPOLITICS. ([bloomberg.com](https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-04-27/china-blocks-meta-s-2-billion-acquisition-of-ai-startup-manus?srnd=phx-ai&utm_source=openai)) [Bloomberg](https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-04-27/china-blocks-meta-s-2-billion-acquisition-of-ai-startup-manus?srnd=phx-technology)
OpenAI Ends Microsoft Exclusivity
According to Microsoft, “The next phase of the Microsoft-OpenAI partnership”, the companies said Microsoft will keep a license through 2032 but it is now non‑exclusive, freeing OpenAI to offer services on rival clouds — a major moment for COMPETITION. ([blogs.microsoft.com](https://blogs.microsoft.com/blog/2026/04/27/the-next-phase-of-the-microsoft-openai-partnership/?utm_source=openai)) [Microsoft](https://blogs.microsoft.com/blog/2026/04/27/the-next-phase-of-the-microsoft-openai-partnership/)
Spotify Adds Peloton to Premium
According to Spotify, “Introducing Fitness With Spotify: A New Way to Bring Movement Into Your Daily Routine”, Premium users will gain access to 1,400+ Peloton classes as Spotify expands into consumer FITNESS content. ([newsroom.spotify.com](https://newsroom.spotify.com/2026-04-27/spotify-fitness-workouts-peloton/?utm_source=openai)) [Spotify](https://newsroom.spotify.com/2026-04-27/spotify-fitness-workouts-peloton/)
According to AP, “Justice Department drops criminal probe of Fed chair Powell, likely clearing the way for Warsh” — on April 24, 2026 the DOJ said it closed the criminal investigation into Powell over the $2.5B Fed headquarters renovation, removing a key Senate obstacle to Kevin Warsh’s confirmation; keyword: probe. [AP](https://apnews.com/article/28d04cc0d99cda25cea69931f65e25d3)
According to Reuters, “Fed likely to hold rates steady as Powell prepares for possible swan song” — markets expect the April 28–29 FOMC to keep the federal funds range at 3.50%–3.75% as elevated energy prices and the Iran conflict lift inflation risks, making the statement’s language the main market focal point; keyword: rates. [Investing.com](https://www.investing.com/news/economy-news/fed-likely-to-hold-rates-steady-as-powell-prepares-for-possible-swan-song-4638159)
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