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INCOME TAXES - Summary of Tax Loss Carryforwards (Details) $ in Millions | Dec. 31, 2023 USD ($)
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Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract] |
2026 | $ 1
2027 | 2
2028 | 7
2029 | 31
2030 | 38
Thereafter | 56
Without due dates | 42
Total | $ 177

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