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Spotify has introduced a new beta feature allowing users to directly shape their AI-generated music taste profiles. Announced by Co-CEO Gustav Söderström at South by Southwest, the tool lets listeners adjust recommendations based on their preferences. It will roll out first in New Zealand in the coming weeks.
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BTS's upcoming album has surpassed 4 million pre-saves on Spotify, leading the platform's countdown chart. This marks the K-pop group's return after nearly four years. The achievement highlights strong anticipation for their new release.
Spotify has addressed concerns about its 2025 Wrapped data by explaining the calculation method behind it. The streaming service assures users that the personalized summaries are accurate. This revelation comes amid questions about the logic of the annual feature.
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The music industry's stock performance for the week ended December 5 showed mixed results, with Spotify shares falling 6% while Live Nation rose 6%. The Billboard Global Music Index dropped 2.1%, continuing a downward trend. This comes amid broader market resilience but ongoing challenges in the sector.
Swedens Authors Union welcomes Spotifys entry into the Swedish audiobook market but warns of an unsustainable royalty model for authors. Publishers view the launch positively despite increased competition. Chair Anja Gatu draws lessons from streaming music.
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One week after releasing her album 'Lux', Rosalía has seen explosive growth in her listener base, reaching 31.8 million on Spotify. The city listening to her most is Mexico City, surpassing Spanish cities. This highlights her transformation into a global pop latino star.