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The European Union has conditionally approved Google's $2.1 billion acquisition of Fitbit, requiring Google to keep Fitbit data separate and not use it for advertising. The European Commission investigated Google's practices for months before approval. Meanwhile, BBC Studios plans to launch an ad-free streaming channel, BBC Select, in the US and Canada, focusing on culture, politics, and ideas. The channel will be available on Amazon Prime Video and Apple TV, with details on launch date and pricing yet to be announced. Additionally, Newsy offers free headlines available for streaming.

What condition did the European Union impose on Google's acquisition of Fitbit?

• Google must keep Fitbit and Google Data separate.

• Google must sell Fitbit within 5 years.

• Google must merge Fitbit data with Google services.

• Google must use health data for advertising.

For how long did the European Commission investigate Google's practices before approving the acquisition?

• 1 year

• Several months

• 10 years

• 5 years

What is the focus of the content on the new BBC Select channel?

• Sports and entertainment

• Culture, politics, and ideas

• Travel and adventure

• Technology and innovation

Which platforms will BBC Select be available on?

• Netflix and Hulu

• Disney+ and HBO Max

• Amazon Prime Video and Apple TV

• YouTube and Vimeo

Where can you find free headlines from Newsy?

• In print newspapers

• Only on cable TV

• On various streaming platforms

• Exclusively on YouTube