
Business | ANALYSIS Jul 29, 2022
Why Spotify's Car Thing was destined for the hardware graveyard
The device was aimed at increasing the number of users who listen to music or podcasts while in the car.
Why Spotify's Car Thing was destined for the hardware graveyard
The device was aimed at increasing the number of users who listen to music or podcasts while in the car.
The agreement will see the streaming service's name printed on the front of uniforms for Barcelona's men's and women's teams as well as attached to the club's famous Camp Nou stadium.
Spotify's Joe Rogan saga highlights the challenges of moderating podcasts
Podcasting's open, accessible nature is a key feature of the medium, but for some in the industry the difficulty of moderating content isn't a license not to.
Behind Neil Young vs. Spotify, a fraught relationship with musicians
In the past, many musicians have spoken out over what they see as the unfairness of the streaming model overall.
In the Spotify saga, there are no real heroes
Some see both Neil Young and Joe Rogan as heroes for taking a stand; yet their records in these areas are far from pristine.
Spotify to link virus content to COVID-19 facts after disinformation row
The move comes after artists demanded the streaming service remove their music or drop podcaster Joe Rogan after condemnation of Rogan from medical professionals.
Spotify’s advertising business beats forecasts thanks to podcasting
The firm reported a 75% jump in advertising sales for the third quarter and has projected over ¥131.8 billion in advertising sales for the first time on an annual basis.
Spotify gets visual in a new TV Tokyo show about podcasting
Spotify dips its toe into broadcast television with a new show that will either be a boon for podcasts or chain restaurants.
Prince Harry fits right in as a Silicon Valley executive
Harry is far from the first royal to trade the palace for the boardroom.
Barack Obama and Bruce Springsteen: The latest podcast duo
Former President Barack Obama and Bruce Springsteen are liberal icons, vacationing friends and rhapsodists about the dreams and travails of everyday Americans. Now they are also podcast hosts. On Monday, Spotify released the first two episodes of "Renegades: Born in the USA,” featuring the 44th president ...
Change of tune: Japan's music fans move from CDs to streaming services
The decline in CD sales signals the streaming market’s growth potential.