Royalties and payments to artists have remained one of the most complex topics with the shift to streaming models. Deezer is trying a new approach to how it makes those payments. The company’s proposed plan is a user-centric payment system that it will begin trialing next year in France. Continue Reading
Spotify’s latest social media integration is with Snapchat. The streaming audio company’s music and podcasts can now be shared in a Snap. The integration includes sharing tracks, playlists, albums, and podcasts. Continue Reading
Podtrac released its Top 10 Podcast Publishers ranking this morning, noting that all 10 network producers showed audience gains from July. iHeartRadio took the #1 spot from NPR for the first time, as the two behemoth podcast producers continue to dominate Podtrac’s ranker. Continue Reading
Performing rights organization BMI announced another record-breaking year of financial results. During its fiscal year ending June 30, the group increased revenue 7% to reach $1.283 billion. Continue Reading
Two European podcast tech companies have joined forces to create an integrated solution for professionals across the industry. Podigee is a German-based company offering podcast hosting, distribution, and analytics. Audion, an ad-insertion startup headquartered in France, will open a German office pursuant to the partnership. Continue Reading
Katz Media Group, a top media sales group, announced that it is launching a division for programmatic sales of digital audio. The new Audiology by Katz unit offers inventory across more than 120 connected devices and smart speakers. Continue Reading
Triton Digital announced a podcast-focused partnership with FOX News Radio. The deal will emphasize creating advertising opportunities for the FOX News Podcast Network roster of shows. Continue Reading
Triton Digital tells us today of a new partnership with Frequency, whose Creative Management Platform helps audio publishers produce, manage, and deliver audio creative. This platform will be available to Triton’s publishing partners. Continue Reading
Apple Music has launched a beta test for a web version of its streaming service. The platform will be available to any Apple Music subscribers around the world to try. Continue Reading
IPG Mediabrands’ Magna division has projected that podcast ad spending in the United States will surpass $1 billion in 2022. That forecast starts with an estimated $679 million in spending this year. Continue Reading
Spotify continues to be a revolving door for personnel, with two new additions and notable exit. The company’s global head of music is departing, while it has hired a sports-focused development expert and a consultant for news programming. Continue Reading
James Cridland’s International Radio Trends is a column by the Australia-based radio futurologist. THIS WEEK: Switzerland’s new timeline for an FM shutoff. A showcase of James’ most-loathed phrase in its full, misleading glory. Continue Reading