Billboard released its annual list of digital power players, a collection of the business leaders who are driving segments such as streaming and radio. Both industries had notable figures from businesses around the world, as well as from leading brands. Continue Reading
Amazon is bringing the free option for its music streaming service to more platforms. On Monday, the company opened access to select ad-supported playlists and stations to listeners in the U.S., UK, and Germany. Continue Reading
Deezer has offered a lossless audio subscription tier for years, but it has always been limited in scope. The Deezer HiFi option was only available via desktop apps and connected speakers in the United States for the past few years. Continue Reading
Tencent Holdings has been floated as a potential, even likely buyer for a stake in Universal Music Group. But the latest rumors indicate that while the Chinese company is still interested, it may want to make the investment with partners. Continue Reading
Bytedance, the Chinese company that owns short-form video platform TikTok, may be moving forward with launching its own streaming music service. Financial Times reported that Bytedance is working on an app that would offer the typical on-demand audio experience. Continue Reading
SoundCloud rolled out a new feature this week aimed at helping creators to grow their audiences. Promote on SoundCloud is a self-service tool that lets users promote their original tracks to the top of listeners’ feeds and mobile home pages. Continue Reading
Deezer has entered an agreement with the airline Emirates. Under the terms of their deal, Deezer will create dedicated playlists for Emirates’ in-flight entertainment system, called ice. The streaming service will provide more than 20 playlists for travelers. Continue Reading
Spotify has been keeping a break-neck pace of announcements, partnerships, and new features. This week, the streaming service shared two updates: one in augmented reality and one in lyrics. Continue Reading
Classical music streaming service Idagio has introduced a free tier that is available worldwide. The free listening plan includes access to personalized recommendations, playlists curated by mood, and artist or composer radio stations. Continue Reading
Triton Digital announced that it is partnering with BFM, the only independent business radio station in Malaysia. BFM will use the audio streaming network from Triton to deliver its content online, as well as the Tap Ad Server for dynamic insertion of targeted audio ads and its Webcast Metrics service for measurement. Continue Reading
Qobuz, a streaming company focused on elevated audio quality, announced that it is revising its plan structure. It has eliminated its option for an MP3 plan, and will only offer plans including its high-resolution and CD quality lossless catalog. Continue Reading
E.W. Scripps released its third-quarter earnings report. The media company reported total revenue of $350 million, up from $303 million in the year-ago period. It posted a loss from continuing operations of $21.9 million, or 27 cents per share. Continue Reading