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Spotify’s AI DJ Now Lets Users Make Music Requests
Spotify announced today that its AI-powered DJ feature can now take music requests from users in real time. The update is rolling out to Premium subscribers in over 60 markets. The DJ tool, first launched to offer personalized music mixes, now lets users shape the playlist as they listen by speaking directly to it. For...
Spotify Now Displays Play Counts for Podcast Episodes
Spotify has started displaying play counts for podcast episodes, enhancing transparency and helping creators understand audience engagement.
Spotify to Update App in the US, Offering New Payment Features and Transparency
Spotify has announced that it will be updating its app on iOS in the US to provide new payment features and transparency.
Spotify Discredits Rumours Suggesting Premium Ads is in the Works
It appears as though ads will not be arriving on Spotify's Premium subscription, following recent rumours.
Spotify’s $10 Billion Payout Shakes Up Music Industry in 2024
Spotify has unveiled its annual Loud & Clear report, highlighting record-breaking royalty payouts and global growth in the music industry. In 2024, Spotify paid out over a whopping $10 billion US to the music industry—more than any other company and the largest annual payout in music history. This brings Spotify's lifetime payouts to nearly $60...
Spotify Recognizes Canada’s Global Influence with First-Ever Impact List
Spotify has unveiled its Global Impact List for Canada, spotlighting Canadian artists whose tracks have resonated with international audiences.
Spotify CEO Accuses Apple of Dodging EU’s Digital Markets Act
Spotify's Daniel Ek has intensified his criticism of Apple, alleging that the tech giant is deliberately circumventing the European Union's DMA.
Spotify, ElevenLabs Partner to Expand AI-Narrated Audiobooks
Spotify has announced a strategic partnership with ElevenLabs to make audiobook production more accessible and cost-effective for authors.
Spotify Paid $10 Billion to the Music Industry in 2024
The streaming service set yet another record for the highest annual payment to the music industry from any single retailer
Spotify Partner Program Offers New Monetization System in Canada and Other Regions
The Spotify Partner Program is launching in Canada, the US, the UK, and Australia, with 60 percent of eligible creators having signed up.
Spotify Wrapped Available Now, Taylor Swift Named Canada’s Most Streamed Artist
Spotify has once again launched its annual Wrapped with a new AI-powered feature.
Spotify Highlights 6 Audiobook Features You May Not Know About
Spotify highlights six unique features that have been launched and are in testing that enhance the platform's audiobook experience. As Spotify invests heavily in its audiobook catalogue, it's fleshing out the listening experience. One of the features currently in the pilot phase is the Author Pages. Dedicated profiles for audiobook authors are available on Spotify....
