Spotify
Apple to Finally Enable ‘Reader’ Apps to Link to their Own Sites Starting Today
Netflix, Spotify, and more will now be able to link out to their own site via their iOS app.
Spotify Testing New Podcast Discovery Feature
Spotify has begun to roll the Podz podcast discovery system into its main app following a $50 million USD acquisition last year.
Spotify Testing Revamped ‘Car Mode’ App Interface for Safer Driving
Spotify is testing a new Car Mode, a feature that changes the app's interface to make it safer to use while driving.
Google to Allow Spotify to Offer Alternative In-App Payment Options
Google has announced it is running a pilot to allow a "small number of participating developers" to offer an additional payment option next to Google Play's payment system.
Spotify Removes RT and Sputnik Content, Closes Russian Office
Spotify is closing its Russian office and removing RT and Sputnik content from its platform.
Spotify Launches ‘Car Thing’ Companion Device in the U.S.
Car Thing is now available to purchase in the U.S. for $89.99 USD, but the companion device only works with a Spotify Premium subscription plan.
Spotify is Expanding its Focus on Podcasts With Two New Business Acquisitions
Spotify has acquired Chartable and Podsights to leverage itself as a dominant podcast platform.
Six Dr. Dre Tracks Once Exclusive to GTA Online Now Available on Apple Music and Spotify
Six Dr. Dre tracks from Grand Theft Auto Online are now available to stream on Apple Music and Spotify.
Spotify to Label Podcasts that Discuss COVID-19 as a Follow-Up to Joe Rogan Controversies
Spotify will begin labelling podcasts that discuss COVID-19 and has published its COVID-19 content policy.
Canada’s Joni Mitchell Also Pulls Music from Spotify Over Joe Rogan
"Irresponsible people are spreading lies that are costing people their lives."
Apple Music Promotes Neil Young Following Removal From Spotify
Apple Music has been showing support of Neil Young since the removal from Spotify.
Neil Young Pulls Music From Spotify Over Joe Rogan’s ‘COVID Misinformation’
"They can have Rogan or Young. Not both."