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Spotify Slams Apple’s 27% App Store Fees, Urges UK Govt. to Intervene
Music streaming giant Spotify has launched a scathing critique against Apple, condemning the newly introduced fees of up to 27% in the U.S.
YouTube and Spotify Apps for Apple Vision Pro Aren’t Coming
YouTube and Spotify have decided not to create dedicated apps for Apple's upcoming Vision Pro headset, which starts pre-orders on Friday, January 19 in the U.S. According to Bloomberg, YouTube confirmed a native visionOS app won’t be available for Vision Pro, while its iPad app won’t work on the headset either. "YouTube users will be...
Apple Braces for EU Decision on App Store Rules Amid Spotify Dispute
Apple is poised for a significant regulatory blow in the European Union as authorities gear up to issue an antitrust order concerning its App Store practices.
Spotify Lays off 17 Percent of Staff, Citing Need to Cut Costs
Spotify CEO Daniel Ek has revealed Spotify is cutting roughly 17 percent of its staffing, its third round of layoffs in 2023.
Spotify Reveals Canada’s Most-Streamed Songs of 2023
Spotify has announced its 2023 Wrapped campaign, highlighting the top artists, songs, albums, and podcasts that resonated with its over 574 million users worldwide. The campaign also introduces a personalized user experience, 'Your Wrapped', featuring new interactive elements for users to explore their musical journey on Spotify. The year 2023 in music was characterized by...
Secret Google Deal Allows Spotify to Bypass Android App Store Fees
Following a new testimony in the Epic v. Google trial, Spotify's exceptional arrangement with Google for Android app store payments has emerged.
Spotify’s New Hub Lets You Shop for Merch from Your Favorite Artists
Spotify has introduced an exciting feature that allows music enthusiasts to shop for merchandise from their beloved artists from within the Spotify app.
Spotify “Jam” Brings the Ultimate Group Listening Experience
Spotify has just announced the launch of its new "Jam" feature, a personalized, real-time listening session tailored for groups to enjoy together.
Spotify Introduces AI Voice Translation for Podcasts
Spotify has just announced an AI-driven Voice Translation tool for podcasts, that translates podcasts into various languages while preserving the podcaster's voice.
Spotify Launches ‘Daylist’ Ever-Changing Playlist Feature
Spotify has launched "daylist", a new playlist feature designed to adapt to listeners' changing moods throughout the day. This playlist adjusts frequently from sunrise to sunset, offering unique tracks tailored to users' specific musical preferences at different times. Based on users' listening habits, "daylist" provides an array of specific playlists that capture distinct moments or...
Spotify May Soon Make Lyrics a Premium-Only Feature
The once freely available in-app lyrics, which typically accompanied the currently playing song, are likely set to become a Premium-only feature on Spotify.
Spotify’s AI-Powered DJ Beta Now Available in 50 Global Markets
Spotify is expanding its AI-powered DJ beta to even more global markets, including Europe, Asia, and more.