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China's internet giant Tencent hooks up with Hollywood

In a multi-billion dollar race with Alibaba for leadership in China's online entertainment market, Tencent seems to be pulling ahead - inking exclusive video deals with film and TV studios. (Cover photo: Reuters) 

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