
What updated Spotify Terms mean for Artists, Labels: Chris Castle
Updated Spotify Terms of Use introduce a clear ban on third parties using its platform or content to train AI models, while explicitly allowing Spotify to use user data for its own features. When it comes to governance, licensing, and privacy, these new changes have significant implications for artists, developers, and rightsholders.

Spotify adds DMs, says In-App Messages will ‘Drive Hype’
Spotify adds DMs for Free and Premium users aged 16 years and older in select markets this week on mobile devices. The streamers says in-app Messages will drive hype. Spotify. Continue reading

Ghost Musicians and the Era of Perfect Fit Content on Streaming
AI-generated bands and ‘ghost musicians’ ir “ghost artists” are everywhere on Spotify playlists. Backed by a strategy known as Perfect Fit Content, these fictional acts are created to blend seamlessly. Continue reading