Spotify’s Joe Rogan Controversy Isn’t Over Yet
Spotify needs to do more soul-searching. That’s the prevailing opinion among crisis management experts in the aftermath of recent boycotts by artists and fans over the popular streaming service’s loyalty to Joe Rogan’s controversial.....»»
Spotify is still complaining about Apple"s EU App Store rules
Spotify continues to complain about an Apple Tax that it doesn't really pay, as it decries Apple's non-approval of its latest update because of a violation of App Store rules.Spotify logoOn Wednesday, Apple told Spotify that its app update for users.....»»
Solar geoengineering to cool the planet: Is it worth the risks?
When I first wrote about geoengineering in 2012 , it was considered far-fetched at best, and crazy by most. But 12 years later, while there is still controversy and considerable resistance to deploying it, respectable scientists and institutions are.....»»
Spotify: Apple has ‘defied’ the EU by blocking latest update with pricing info [U: Apple response]
Yesterday we learned that Spotify decided to pass on Apple’s new EU terms that would allow it to use alternative payment methods due to the Core Technology Fee. Instead, it submitted an app update with pricing info and details on how to subscribe o.....»»
Spotify not adopting new App Store terms in the EU, submits app update with pricing info instead
Apple was hit with a $2 billion fine in the European Union last month for “abusive” App Store rules for music streaming services. In addition to the fine, the European Commission also said Apple must relax its anti-steering rules. As reported.....»»
Spotify"s second iOS app update attempt in EU fails to pass App Store review
A update to Spotify's app in the App Store is on hold, after the streaming service failed to follow rules allowing links to external sites for purchases.Spotify's app in the EUApple has already made a number of changes to its App Store rules, primari.....»»
Scotland"s hate crime law: The problem with using public order laws to govern online speech
Scotland's new hate crime law came into force on April 1, sparking immediate controversy over its potential effects on freedom of speech and expression, especially online. The Hate Crime and Public Order (Scotland) Act expands on current laws about c.....»»
Apple"s generative AI may be the only one that was trained legally & ethically
As copyright concerns plague the field of generative AI, Apple seeks to preserve privacy and legality through innovative training methods for language learning methods, all while avoiding controversy.Apple's AI may be the only legally-trained one on.....»»
How to cancel Spotify Premium on any device
Is it time to part ways with your Spotify Premium account? Here’s how to cancel your Spotify subscription on your desktop PC and mobile devices......»»
EU"s antitrust head is ignoring Spotify"s dominance and wants to punish Apple instead
Antitrust chief Margrethe Vestager still wants to favor the dominant music streaming service in the EU, and says that Apple must allow Spotify's latest iOS antisteering update immediately.The European Union suspects Big Tech firms are avoiding their.....»»
Game emulator Delta arrives on App Store after controversies
Following controversy over the weekend, the Delta game emulator has been made available in the App Store, for potential users outside of the European Union.Delta, a game emulator for iPhoneDelta from Testut Tech is billed as an all-in-one emulator fo.....»»
Amazon Music follows Spotify’s lead with Maestro, an AI-based playlist creator
Amazon Music is following hot on the heels of Spotify's AI playlist feature with its own version known as Maestro......»»
A new Spotify “Music Pro” tier could be in the works
Spotify is rumored to have revived plans for a new tier that will offer higher quality streams called Music Pro. The post A new Spotify “Music Pro” tier could be in the works appeared first on Phandroid. For years, we have heard rumors.....»»
Spotify planning to launch more expensive ‘Music Pro’ subscription with lossless songs
A recent report revealed that Spotify is planning to raise the price of its subscription soon, at least in some countries. And for those who think that paying $10.99 a month for a music streaming platform is already too much, the company may soon int.....»»
Spotify listeners may finally get lossless audio -- but at a cost
Spotify is preparing to unveil its long-rumored lossless audio feature, but the company won't be taking Apple Music's approach.Lossless audio & AirPods optimization coming to SpotifyThe concept of Spotify offering lossless audio isn't new. Initially.....»»
Official Spotify song remixing coming, so artists get paid (kinda)
It’s not uncommon for younger music fans to create their own song mixes for social media posts, especially on TikTok. The problem is that artists don’t get paid for these unofficial mixes, and that’s something an upcoming Spotify song remixing.....»»
Apple Music leads HomePod streaming, but Spotify has an incredibly strong position
Apple Music emerges as the top choice for HomePod users — with Spotify also very strong on the platform.Is Amazon Music evidence of a monopoly?Recent research from Consumer Intelligence Research Partners (CIRP) has shed light on the competitive mus.....»»
EU investigating Apple’s response to Spotify complaint [U]
The European Union is investigating Apple’s response to a Spotify complaint, to determine whether the anti-steering changes made by the Cupertino company are sufficient to comply. Update: GamesFray had suggested that this amounted to a fourth DM.....»»
Spotify Introduces AI Playlists: Here’s How to Create One
Creating your own digital mixtape just got easier. The post Spotify Introduces AI Playlists: Here’s How to Create One appeared first on Phandroid. Generative AI’s continued integration into modern hardware and software products.....»»
Spotify’s new AI Playlist feature uses text prompts to curate playlists
Spotify announced that it is beta testing a new AI Playlist feature to Australian and UK Premium customers that uses text prompts to generate playlists......»»
Apple under 4th DMA non-compliance investigation; Spotify makes sketchy claim
Apple is now under yet another DMA non-compliance investigation – the fourth one to have been opened in the past two weeks. Spotify, the company behind the complaint leading to the latest antitrust investigation, has suggested that Apple is now.....»»