Business
Spotify changes podcast play count plans after backlash
Spotify updates podcast play count feature after criticism, limiting visible data to shows with 50K+ plays and using milestone markers.
Business
Epic Games and Spotify push boundaries with Apple’s new App Store rules
Epic Games and Spotify submit apps under Apple’s new App Store rules, aiming for more freedom in in-app purchases and audiobook sales.
Business
Spotify app update finally approved by Apple
Spotify users in the U.S. can now view pricing and pay outside the app after Apple approved a major update following court orders.
Business
Spotify sees record operating income and adds 5 million new premium users
Spotify adds 5M new premium users and hits record income as AI playlists and podcasts drive continued growth.
Technology
Spotify introduces AI-powered ads and programmatic ad buying
Spotify unveils AI-powered ads and the Spotify Ad Exchange, making it easier for advertisers to reach Gen Z listeners with real-time bidding.
Technology
YouTube dominates podcast listening, surpassing Spotify and Apple
More than 1 billion people watch podcasts on YouTube every month, far surpassing Spotify and Apple. Video content is now essential for podcast success.
Technology
Spotify Wrapped 2024 introduces AI-generated podcast for your listening recap
Relive 2024 with Spotify Wrapped's AI podcast, tracking your music journey and taste evolution with exciting personalised features.
Technology
Spotify faces service disruptions and is working on a fix
Spotify confirms it is facing service issues that are affecting users' access and is working on a solution.
Technology
Spotify users face volume control changes on iPhone
Starting September 3, Spotify Connect users on iPhones will lose the ability to control volume with physical buttons due to Apple's changes.
