In a recently-awarded patent, Spotify writes that it has created technology aimed at predicting when artists will break.
Spotify Patents Technology Aimed at Predicting Breakout Artists
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Major Streaming Services Propose “Lowest Royalty Rates in History” for Songwriters
The National Music Publishers Association calls rates proposed by Apple Music, Spotify and others the “lowest royalty rates in history.”
Spotify Introduces Lossless HiFi Streaming Subscription
Later this year, Spotify will offer subscribers access to high-quality lossless audio via a new program called Spotify HiFi.
Spotify Lost the Equivalent of $2.2 Million per Day in 2020
Total operating losses came in at $810 million for Spotify in 2020, over four times the losses of 2019 for the streaming giant.
Spotify to Offer Radio and Autoplay Placements for a Portion of Royalties
The streaming platform will give content creators increased exposure via Autoplay and Radio if they agree to reduced royalties.
UMAW Launches “Justice At Spotify” Campaign for Increased Royalties
The Union of Musicians and Allied Workers has launched “Justice At Spotify” to push for the company to increase the royalties it pays to artists.
UK MPs to Investigate Impacts of Streaming on Music Industry
The U.K.’s Digital, Culture, Media and Sport Committee seeks to determine the impacts of music streaming on artists, record labels and other stakeholders.
Spotify to Allow Employees to Work from Home Until 2021
Spotify employees have been given “full discretion” on whether they come to work amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Spotify Denounces Fake Artist Accusations as “Categorically Untrue”
Spotify has addressed year-old controversies with an official statement.
Spotify to Introduce Paid Placement Option for Labels
Spotify may have found a new avenue to monetize its business model.