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.
Soccer Mar 16, 2022
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 ...
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.