Spotify
Spotify has introduced new features including music video charts, a pitching tool for artists, and voice-enabled controls for Premium users, while also facing legal challenges over alleged stream fraud involving Kalshi and botting claims against Drake. The platform continues expanding globally through partnerships in India and Portugal, and has hosted exclusive live events, though some artists like Lorde have criticized its AI-driven content features.
Spotify
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India, Vietnam… and the question the music business keeps avoiding
The music industry is closing in on a billion global subscribers – with Spotify out in front
India, Vietnam… and the question the music business keeps avoiding
From UMG’s €1B bond sale to Warner Music’s Sureel AI acquisition… it’s MBW’s Weekly Round-up
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