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  "cite_as": "Newsprint, \"Talks.co: new features and launches\", https://www.newsprint.com/companies/talks-co/, updated 2026-10-28",
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  "title": "Talks.co: new features and launches",
  "opening_answer": "We confirmed 3 product launches from Talks.co since 2024. The latest, Advanced Search with intent-based filters, became available Dec. 30, 2025. We also record 1 new company.",
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    "price_note": "Pro $18.67/mo billed annually ($224/yr) or $32 monthly; Agency (5 profiles) $53.07/mo annually ($636.80/yr) or $90 monthly; free tier at 1 connection request every 30 days",
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