Brief news items and worthy reads from around the web: Gaana gets investment and mobile package; MixRadio partners with Samsung for India expansion; long live the Top 40. Continue Reading
Brief news items and worthy reads from around the web: Cost analysis of Pandora’s anniversary celebration; Rdio on more Wi-fi speakers; HTC + Spotify + selfies; focus on podcasting in India. Continue Reading
Saavn announced that it has raised $100 million in Series C funding. This new financing brings the Indian streaming company’s valuation to $300-$400 million. The round is expected to go toward scaling the service and expanding into video. Continue Reading
Indian streaming service Gaana announced a partnership with The Orchard, a Western media distribution company representing many indie musicians. The deal adds more than 7 million songs by independent artists to Gaana’s catalog for a total library of 10 million tunes. Continue Reading
Hungama, one of India’s home-grown streaming services, is looking to raise more than $100 million. The company is reportedly in negotiations with Intel Capital and Bessemer Venture Partners, both of which have been involved in previous Hungama investments. Continue Reading