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Business (Narrative) (Details) - Overcast [Member] - USD ($) $ in Millions | 1 Months Ended |
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Jan. 31, 2024 | Dec. 31, 2025
Business And Basis Of Presentation [Line Items] |  |
Investment in strategic partnership | $ 5.5 |
Equity interest percentage | 19.50% | 19.20%
Equity Method Investment Current Ownership Percentage |  | 19.20%

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