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Why Spotify's Car Thing was destined for the hardware graveyard

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.

Barcelona brings on Spotify as new main sponsor

Soccer Mar 16, 2022

Barcelona brings on Spotify as new main sponsor

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

Business | FOCUS Feb 23, 2022

Spotify's Joe Rogan saga highlights the challenges of moderating podcasts

by Elizabeth Culliford, Dawn Chmielewski and Supantha Mukherjee

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

Music Feb 2, 2022

Behind Neil Young vs. Spotify, a fraught relationship with musicians

by Ben Sisario

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

Commentary / World Feb 1, 2022

In the Spotify saga, there are no real heroes

by Tyler Cowen

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

Business / Tech Jan 31, 2022

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

Business / Tech Oct 28, 2021

Spotify’s advertising business beats forecasts thanks to podcasting

by Lucas Shaw

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.

Apple to let media apps avoid 30% fee after Japan probe

Business / Corporate Sep 2, 2021

Apple to let media apps avoid 30% fee after Japan probe

The move addresses a longstanding App Store complaint and settles an investigation by Japan’s Fair Trade Commission.

Spotify gets visual in a new TV Tokyo show about podcasting

National / Media | Japan Pulse Jun 19, 2021

Spotify gets visual in a new TV Tokyo show about podcasting

by Patrick St. Michel

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

Commentary / World Mar 29, 2021

Prince Harry fits right in as a Silicon Valley executive

by Alex Webb

Harry is far from the first royal to trade the palace for the boardroom.

Barack Obama and Bruce Springsteen: The latest podcast duo

Entertainment News Feb 23, 2021

Barack Obama and Bruce Springsteen: The latest podcast duo

by Ben Sisario

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

Music Nov 11, 2020

Change of tune: Japan's music fans move from CDs to streaming services

by Ritsuko Ando

The decline in CD sales signals the streaming market’s growth potential.

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