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The Verge · THURSDAY, APRIL 23, 2026
Claude now accesses Spotify, Uber Eats, and TurboTax directly on your behalf
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The system has been given access to your music, your food, and your taxes. A follow-up report is forthcoming. The follow-up report will also be forthcoming.
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