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Feb 2023
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Twilio's Layoffs, Spotify's Strategy

The Motley Fool
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For the second time in five months, Twilio announces a round of layoffs.  (0:21) Jason Moser discusses: - How Twilio is cutting costs as they grow - What to watch when the company reports earnings on Wednesday afternoon - Memorable ads from Super Bowl 57 (13:20) Ricky Mulvey talks with Bloomberg entertainment reporter Lucas Shaw about the state of Spotify' ... Show More
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