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Spotify defends AI music expansion as safeguard against unregulated content

Spotify has defended its expansion into artificial intelligence-generated music, arguing the move provides a regulated alternative to piracy and the growing volume of unlicensed AI-generated content circulating online. The streaming platform recently announced a new feature that will allow premium subscribers to create AI-generated remixes and song covers using tracks from participating artists. The company […]

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Spotify adds long-form magazine stories in bid to boost revenue

Spotify has expanded its push to become a comprehensive audio platform with the launch of narrated long-form magazine articles on its app, adding another monetisable content category alongside music, podcasts, and audiobooks. The company announced on Tuesday that Premium subscribers will be able to access the narrated articles as part of their existing 15-hour monthly […]

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Spotify partners Universal Music for AI music creation feature

Spotify and Universal Music Group have reached a new agreement that will enable subscribers to generate AI-powered song covers and remixes. The licensing deal marks the first time Spotify will allow users to create content using artificial intelligence directly on its platform. The feature is expected to launch as a paid add-on within the app, […]

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Universal Music to sell half its Spotify stake

Universal Music Group NV on Wednesday announced plans to divest half of its stake in Spotify Technology SA, while expanding its ongoing share repurchase programme to €1 billion. The company said it will initiate an additional €500 million buyback after concluding the €500 million programme unveiled in March. The move follows concerns over the company’s […]

Spotify expands audiobook, lure authors with with new publishing program
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Nigerian artists earned over ₦60bn from Spotify in 2025

Nigerian artists generated more than ₦60 billion in revenue from Spotify streams in 2025. This figure highlights the increasing commercial value of the nation’s music industry and its growing international appeal. Details from Spotify’s latest Loud & Clear report indicate a significant jump in earnings. The growth was fueled by strong domestic listenership alongside rising […]

Spotify expands audiobook, lure authors with with new publishing program
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Spotify unveils new tools to attract video podcast creators

Spotify is broadening its monetization program for creators and rolling out new tools for video podcasters, aiming to strengthen its position against YouTube and Netflix in the rapidly growing market. The Swedish streaming company announced Wednesday that it has invested over $10 billion in the podcast industry over the past five years to boost creator […]

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Nigerians streamed 1.3bn hours on Spotify in 2025

Nigerians streamed music and podcasts on Spotify for over 1.3 billion hours in 2025, according to the company’s annual Wrapped report released today. This colossal listening time is roughly equivalent to the number of hours in 149,000 years. The figure marks a sharp increase in consumption, confirming a growing preference and support for local artists […]

Spotify expands audiobook, lure authors with with new publishing program
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Spotify hits 281m paid subscribers, 713m total users

Spotify posted strong growth in both its free and paid subscription tiers in Q3 2025, delivering results that met or exceeded Wall Street expectations. The platform added 5 million Premium subscribers, a 12 per cent rise to 281 million, while overall monthly active users grew 11 per cent to 713 million, reflecting a 17 million […]

Spotify launches custom transitions to enhance playlists
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Spotify partners major labels to develop responsible AI music tools

Spotify on Thursday announced partnerships with Sony Music Group, Universal Music Group, Warner Music Group, independent licensing agency Merlin, and digital music company Believe to develop “responsible” artificial intelligence products. While the streaming giant did not disclose specific AI tools under development, it said it is making “significant investments in AI research and product development,” […]

Spotify launches custom transitions to enhance playlists
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Spotify unveils direct messaging to boost music, podcast sharing

Spotify on Tuesday launched a new feature, Messages, enabling users to share music and podcasts directly within the app. “Spotify users have told us they want a dedicated space within the app to share songs, podcasts or audiobooks they’re excited about with friends and family, and an easy way to keep track of recommendations,” a […]

Spotify launches custom transitions to enhance playlists
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Spotify launches custom transitions to enhance playlists

Spotify has rolled out a new feature that allows subscribers to create more professional, DJ-style playlists with customizable transitions. The update, announced Tuesday, introduces “Mix,” a tool that lets users automatically add transitions between tracks or manually adjust them using preset styles such as fade, rise, or blend. To access the feature, subscribers can open […]

Spotify launches custom transitions to enhance playlists
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Spotify to raise price for individual premium plan

Spotify has announced plans to raise the monthly price of its individual premium subscription in select markets starting September 2025, signaling a continued pivot away from its earlier growth-at-all-costs model. The company disclosed the update on August 4 but did not specify which regions will be affected or the new pricing tiers. The move follows […]

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