Netflix Bets on Music, Microsoft Layoffs Deepen, and BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF Surprises

This week on Vested Shorts: Apple, Tesla, and Alphabet drag S&P 500 returns despite record highs, Netflix teams up with Spotify to chase live music and global audiences, Microsoft cuts 9,000 jobs to sharpen gaming focus, and BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF out-earns its traditional flagship fund as crypto goes mainstream.Disclaimer: This content is for educational purposes only and is based on sources like Financial Times and Bloomberg. It’s not investment advice or a recommendation to buy or sell any securities. Markets are unpredictable, and past performance doesn’t guarantee future results. Please do your own research before making any investment decisions