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Spotify can’t seem to shake its porn problem
- Spotify is facing issues with pornographic and adult content infiltrating its podcasts, despite formally prohibiting sexually explicit material.
- With the support for video podcasts, Spotify has seen a rise in explicit video content and reuploads from Pornhub in its top podcast charts.
- The platform's expanded definition of podcasts has made it easier for non-podcast content to pass as such, resulting in the influx of inappropriate material.
- While explicit audio recordings have also increased, Spotify removes such content when detected as it goes against the platform's guidelines.
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Apple Music is integrating with music tools to allow DJs to create mixes using its catalog
- Apple Music is integrating with music tools to allow DJs to create mixes using its catalog.
- Users can now build mix sets by integrating Apple Music with a variety of tools from Algoriddim, Serato, Denon DJ, and more.
- Apple Music is also launching a DJ category page with curated playlists, software and hardware partner highlights, and mixes for inspiration.
- This move aims to provide DJs with easy access to Apple Music's extensive catalogue and enhance the creative workflow for music mixing.
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Katarina Berg steps down as Spotify’s CHRO after 12 years
- Katarina Berg, chief human resources officer, Spotify, will step down after 12 years.
- Anna Ludström, the current VP-HR, will succeed Berg in leading Spotify's people strategy and workplace culture.
- Berg made significant contributions to Spotify's growth and launched employee-friendly initiatives like parental leave policy.
- Ludström will focus on building on Berg's legacy and driving further growth for the company.
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How to Fix Spotify Keeps Crashing on Android
- Users experiencing Spotify app crashing on Android can follow these steps to resolve the issue.
- 1. Restart the Android device to stop conflicting processes and background activities.
- 2. Install pending Spotify updates from Google Play Store to address any app issues.
- 3. Check if Spotify is down by verifying its status on Downdetector or similar sites.
- 4. Disable VPN/proxy settings as they may cause connection issues leading to crashes.
- 5. Force stop the Spotify app to release it from memory for a fresh start.
- 6. Log out of Spotify account and log in again to eliminate any user profile bugs.
- 7. Clear the cache file of the Spotify app to fix any cache-related problems.
- 8. Reset network settings on Android to ensure correct internet connectivity.
- 9. Reinstall the Spotify app if other methods fail, but note that saved data will be lost.
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Spotify has launched a new Concerts Near You playlist, making it easier for you to see if your favorite artists are performing in your area
- Spotify has launched a new playlist called Concerts Near You as part of its Live Events feed
- The playlist aims to help users discover upcoming concerts in their area and offers links to third-party booking platforms to secure tickets
- It is updated every Wednesday based on the user's listening habits and includes 30 fresh songs from artists with scheduled shows in the area
- Spotify aims to bring users closer to their favorite artists and provide a powerful new way for artists to sell more tickets and fill venues
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Spotify Introduces ‘Concerts Near You’ Playlist to Help Users Find Nearby Shows
- Spotify has introduced a new personalized playlist feature called 'Concerts Near You' to help users discover live music events in their area.
- The playlist is updated weekly and includes 30 songs from artists performing nearby, along with event details and ticket purchase links.
- Spotify integrates major ticketing platforms to make it easier for users to buy concert tickets.
- The 'Concerts Near You' feature requires users to activate location sharing and follow preferred artists to receive concert notifications.
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Spotify debuts ‘Concerts Near You’ playlists for discovering nearby shows
- Spotify has launched a new personalized playlist called 'Concerts Near You'.
- The playlist is updated every Wednesday with 30 songs from artists performing nearby, along with event details and ticket links.
- To receive show updates, users should ensure they share their location and enable push notifications.
- Spotify aims to make event discovery more significant and provide artists with additional visibility.
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Stand Back 'Peaches,' Jack Black Has A New Rock Anthem For A Minecraft Movie
- Jack Black has released a new rock anthem for a Minecraft Movie.
- The song, 'I Feel Alive', feels overwritten and smells of desperation.
- It is a family-friendly rock song that could have been a Whitesnake B-side in the 80s.
- The movie, aimed at the current generation of children, is receiving skepticism but has the potential to captivate young audiences.
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WhatsApp to Allow Users to Post Spotify Songs Directly in Status Updates
- WhatsApp is set to introduce a new feature allowing users to share Spotify songs in status updates.
- The update will enable users to share music as status updates and add a 'Play on Spotify' button for easy access.
- WhatsApp users can keep their status updates private through end-to-end encryption.
- The feature is expected to roll out in a future update, enhancing the music sharing experience within WhatsApp's ecosystem.
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US paid music subscribers cross 100 million mark for the first time
- The U.S. crossed the 100 million paid subscriber mark for music streaming services.
- Spotify dominates the U.S. market with a 36% market share, followed by Apple Music with 30.7%.
- Revenue from streaming represented 84% of total music revenue in 2024.
- Paid subscriptions accounted for 79% of overall streaming revenues.
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YouTube Music vs. Spotify: 5 Reasons To Know Which is Better
- YouTube Music offers quick access with Speed Dial, making it easier to play favorite tracks.
- YouTube Music provides better privacy controls with options to pause watch and search history.
- YouTube Music has an Activity Feed feature for real-time updates on new releases from favorite artists.
- YouTube Music offers a seamless music video experience by automatically playing music videos in video mode.
- YouTube Music simplifies music selection with quick mood filters, allowing users to find music based on their current mood.
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How Spotify’s Premium Piracy Panic Played Out & What Pirates Did Next
- Reports of a global Spotify outage last week were exaggerated, possibly targeting 'Premium' users of cracked Spotify apps.
- The disruptions mainly affected those using modded or cracked versions of the Spotify app, especially on Android devices.
- Search trends show interest peaked during the 'outage', suggesting a crackdown on piracy by Spotify.
- Users sought various solutions, with some searching for hacked Spotify downloads or workarounds like 'EeveeSpotify'.
- New cracked/modded APK files of the original Spotify app emerged online shortly after the 'outage'.
- Installing unverified APKs poses risks despite promises of a cost-free Spotify experience.
- Some pirates are willing to take the risk of using modded apps, despite potential dangers.
- Multiple versions of hacked Spotify apps surfaced, with varying security risks and questionable permissions.
- Testing revealed potentially malicious behavior in some cracked APKs, raising security concerns.
- The battle between legal streaming services, piracy, and user trust continues to evolve in the digital landscape.
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Artists Protest AI Copyright Proposal in the U.K.
- Over a thousand musicians released a "silent album" to protest the proposed changes to U.K. copyright laws.
- The musicians believe that the proposed changes would negatively impact musicians' livelihoods.
- High-profile artists like Elton John, Paul McCartney, Dua Lipa, and Ed Sheeran have also expressed their concerns and signed a letter urging the British government to avoid implementing the proposed changes.
- The U.K. Intellectual Property Office received over 13,000 responses to the consultation on the changes to copyright laws, which the government will now review.
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Spotify launches a program to publish audiobooks from independent authors
- Spotify has launched a new publishing program for authors to submit short-form stories to be turned into audiobooks.
- Spotify will handle the production and distribution of the selected works to other major audiobook retailers.
- The program is focused on three genres: romance, mystery or thriller, and sci-fi or fantasy.
- Spotify's expansion in the audiobook market allows it to directly compete with Audible.
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The streaming wars are over. The rich won.
- Streaming services like Netflix, Spotify, and Disney+ have shifted to premiumization and tiered pricing, leading to increased revenue and profitability for these platforms.
- Consumers are facing rising subscription costs as streaming platforms introduce premium plans with added benefits and exclusive content.
- Streaming companies are evolving from offering cheap alternatives to becoming mainstream entertainment sources, following the cable model of combining subscription and ad revenue for profitability.
- 2024 marked a turning point for streaming giants like Netflix, Warner Bros. Discovery, and Peacock, with significant revenue growth and profit generation.
- Music streaming platforms like Spotify are exploring premium add-on plans to attract music enthusiasts with features like higher audio quality and exclusive content.
- The shift towards tiered pricing in entertainment services can benefit consumers by offering choices and democratizing access to content.
- As streaming platforms continue to experiment with pricing strategies, lower-tier subscribers may experience a decline in service quality and access to exclusive content.
- Consumers may need to consider weighing the value of additional perks against the increasing costs of maintaining multiple streaming subscriptions.
- The future of streaming services lies in balancing tiered pricing models to cater to varying consumer preferences and willingness to pay for premium features.
- The evolving landscape of entertainment streaming emphasizes the importance of choice and personalization for consumers, as platforms navigate the delicate balance of pricing and content offerings.
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