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Podcast

Spotify enables a pure audio experience with new video-off setting

fromInfoQ

Privacy professionals

Inside Spotify's 2025 Wrapped Archive: AI Narratives at Scale and the Privacy TradeOff

Mobile UX

Spotify will let you easily turn off video content across all devices

Television

Spotify now lets everyone turn off all videos in its app | TechCrunch

Podcast

Spotify now lets you turn off all video

fromSlate Magazine

I Was in a Music Rut. I Blame the Algorithm. I Found a Simple Way to Break Out of It.

Spotify's music recommendations became repetitive, prompting a search for alternative sources like public radio for fresh music.

Spotify enables a pure audio experience with new video-off setting

Spotify introduces toggles to disable video features, returning focus to audio experiences.

Privacy professionals

fromInfoQ

Inside Spotify's 2025 Wrapped Archive: AI Narratives at Scale and the Privacy TradeOff

Spotify's 2025 Wrapped Archive generates personalized reports for users, emphasizing narrative recaps while raising privacy concerns.

Mobile UX

Spotify will let you easily turn off video content across all devices

Television

Spotify now lets everyone turn off all videos in its app | TechCrunch

Spotify now lets you turn off all video

Spotify introduces universal video toggles, allowing users to disable video features for a more streamlined music experience.

more#spotify

#youtube

fromAndroid Authority

Survey says paying for YouTube isn't worth it, even before incoming price hike

YouTube Premium offers benefits, but many users refuse to pay due to ad overload and dissatisfaction with content quality.

fromThe Cool Down

YouTube users frustrated by unskippable 90-second-plus ads: 'I instantly went speechless'

YouTube users are frustrated with unskippable ads on the platform, leading to calls for better user experience.

fromArs Technica

YouTube increases Premium price again, says 90-second unskippable ads are a bug

YouTube users face longer unskippable ads, with reports of 90-second ads despite the company's denial of such formats.

fromBGR

YouTube Claims It Isn't Testing 90-Second Unskippable Ads - But Users Say Otherwise - BGR

YouTube is facing backlash for introducing longer unskippable ads, with users reporting 90-second ads despite the company's denial of such formats.

fromWide Open Country

Controversial YouTube TV Changes Sparks Uproar From Users

YouTube's introduction of 90-second unskippable ads on its TV app has sparked significant user backlash.

As YouTube grows on TV, it eyes more interactive video across formats | TechCrunch

YouTube is enhancing interactive features for TV viewing as connected TVs account for a growing share of its watch time.

fromAndroid Authority

Survey says paying for YouTube isn't worth it, even before incoming price hike

YouTube Premium offers benefits, but many users refuse to pay due to ad overload and dissatisfaction with content quality.

fromThe Cool Down

YouTube users frustrated by unskippable 90-second-plus ads: 'I instantly went speechless'

YouTube users are frustrated with unskippable ads on the platform, leading to calls for better user experience.

fromArs Technica

YouTube increases Premium price again, says 90-second unskippable ads are a bug

YouTube users face longer unskippable ads, with reports of 90-second ads despite the company's denial of such formats.

fromBGR

YouTube Claims It Isn't Testing 90-Second Unskippable Ads - But Users Say Otherwise - BGR

YouTube is facing backlash for introducing longer unskippable ads, with users reporting 90-second ads despite the company's denial of such formats.

fromWide Open Country

Controversial YouTube TV Changes Sparks Uproar From Users

YouTube's introduction of 90-second unskippable ads on its TV app has sparked significant user backlash.

As YouTube grows on TV, it eyes more interactive video across formats | TechCrunch

YouTube is enhancing interactive features for TV viewing as connected TVs account for a growing share of its watch time.

more#youtube

fromHarvard Business Review

14 hours ago

How AI Is Threatening Platforms' Revenue Streams

Online activity and centralized digital services have created a platform-dependent society, influencing markets, labor, and consumer behavior.

Marketing

8 hours ago

Creator Marketing's $500 Billion Blind Spot In Video Advertising

Brands treat creator marketing as sponsorships rather than media investments, limiting its growth potential despite significant market opportunities.

fromQuartz

13 hours ago

Meta expected to surpass Google as top digital ad platform

Meta is projected to surpass Google as the leading digital advertising business in 2023, marking a significant shift in the market.

fromDigiday

23 hours ago

In Graphic Detail: New data shows publishers face growing AI bot, third-party scraper activity

A third-party scraper economy is emerging, complicating content protection for publishers as multiple vendors harvest and resell their data.

Growth hacking

fromThe Drum

5 hours ago

Marketing impact. Facts, with receipts

Only 5-20% of business growth is driven by marketing; key strategies can elevate effectiveness beyond this range.

fromNBC News

X slashes aggregator payouts to boost original creators

X platform will reduce payouts to aggregation accounts to prioritize and reward original content creators.

Artificial intelligence

15 hours ago

The Hottest Debate In Tech: Ads In AI

The debate in AI centers on the introduction of advertising in chatbot interactions and the financial implications of running AI systems.

Silicon Valley

17 hours ago

Cramer Rejects SoundHound: They Aren't Making Money

SoundHound AI is not a viable investment due to ongoing financial losses and lack of profitability.

#youtube-premium

Mobile UX

YouTube Premium gets even more expensive

fromKotaku

fromwww.businessinsider.com

YouTube Is Raising The Price Of Avoiding Its Terrible Ads

YouTube Premium prices are increasing, while Rust 2 is not in development according to its studio founder.

Television

YouTube Premium is increasing US prices for the first time since 2023

Digital life

YouTube Premium's US pricing is going up

fromLifehacker

YouTube Is Raising Prices for Premium Subscribers

YouTube Premium prices are increasing, causing user frustration and dissatisfaction with the service.

fromFast Company

Your YouTube Premium bill is going up. Here's the new monthly cost

YouTube Premium prices are increasing for all plans, effective at the end of May 2023.

Mobile UX

YouTube Premium gets even more expensive

fromKotaku

fromwww.businessinsider.com

YouTube Is Raising The Price Of Avoiding Its Terrible Ads

YouTube Premium prices are increasing, while Rust 2 is not in development according to its studio founder.

Television

YouTube Premium is increasing US prices for the first time since 2023

Digital life

YouTube Premium's US pricing is going up

fromLifehacker

YouTube Is Raising Prices for Premium Subscribers

YouTube Premium prices are increasing, causing user frustration and dissatisfaction with the service.

fromFast Company

Your YouTube Premium bill is going up. Here's the new monthly cost

YouTube Premium prices are increasing for all plans, effective at the end of May 2023.

Say Goodbye to a Major Streaming Service as Prime Video Phaseout Begins

Prime Video replaces its Ad Free plan with a new, improved Ultra plan featuring higher pricing and enhanced streaming options.

Amazon Luna ends support for third-party subscriptions and game purchases

Amazon is discontinuing third-party integrations on Luna, affecting subscriptions and game access.

Amazon Luna axes third-party game purchases

Amazon Luna will restrict access to only its subscription games, removing third-party purchases and subscriptions by June 2026.

Video games

Amazon Luna ends support for third-party subscriptions and game purchases

Amazon is discontinuing third-party integrations on Luna, affecting subscriptions and game access.

Amazon Luna axes third-party game purchases

Amazon Luna will restrict access to only its subscription games, removing third-party purchases and subscriptions by June 2026.

As the iPod makes a comeback, here are some pointers to use it

Secondhand iPod sales are surging as young people seek focused music listening experiences away from smartphones.

Marketing

fromThedrum

1 hour ago

A Blueprint for the Future of TV Advertising

Clichés, assumed wisdom, best practices, and dogma hinder innovation in the media industry, necessitating courage and creativity for future success.

11 hours ago

On3 Tries AI Recommendations To Keep Engagement In Its Home Court

Publishers are focusing on maximizing revenue per session to counteract declines in traffic from search and social media.

fromwww.theguardian.com

It has your name on it, but I don't think it's you': how AI is impersonating musicians on Spotify

AI bots are impersonating musicians on streaming platforms, causing frustration and confusion for artists.

#social-media

fromNieman Lab

Media industry

BREAKING: These are the kinds of news tweets that perform best

fromTech Times

How Social Media Algorithms Work: Simple Tips to Boost Feed Visibility Fast

Social media algorithms prioritize content based on user engagement, timing, and quality to maximize user activity on the platform.

The Next Disruption In Social Media: Impact Over Attention

Future social networks will prioritize action-oriented platforms that foster real-world collaboration and value creation using AI and impact-based rewards.

fromNieman Lab

BREAKING: These are the kinds of news tweets that perform best

Links in tweets negatively impact engagement for news publishers.

fromTech Times

How Social Media Algorithms Work: Simple Tips to Boost Feed Visibility Fast

Social media algorithms prioritize content based on user engagement, timing, and quality to maximize user activity on the platform.

The Next Disruption In Social Media: Impact Over Attention

Future social networks will prioritize action-oriented platforms that foster real-world collaboration and value creation using AI and impact-based rewards.

NMP Releases their 2016 Digital Predictions

2015 marked significant changes in advertising, emphasizing data utilization and the evolving role of social channels in customer acquisition.

Marketing

The Price And Promo Paradox; YouTube's Interactive TV Push | AdExchanger

Online advertisers must balance product pricing and ad spending to maintain market presence and customer engagement.

fromThedrum

12 hours ago

NMP Releases their 2016 Digital Predictions

2015 marked significant changes in advertising, emphasizing data utilization and the evolving role of social channels in customer acquisition.

Marketing

The Price And Promo Paradox; YouTube's Interactive TV Push | AdExchanger

Online advertisers must balance product pricing and ad spending to maintain market presence and customer engagement.

RAIN Notes: April 9

Podcast campaigns often hit scale ceilings due to targeting and brand safety filters, not audience size.

fromThe Walrus

Before Apple Music, There Was MapleMusic-Canada's Forgotten Pioneer | The Walrus

Technology has reshaped music distribution, with significant contributions from companies like Apple, YouTube, and various global streaming services.

X says it's reducing payments to clickbait accounts | TechCrunch

Bier stated, 'It became abundantly clear: flooding the timeline with 100 stolen reposts and clickbait everyday crowded-out real creators and hurt new author growth.' He emphasized that X will not compensate for manipulation of the program or its users.

Social media marketing

#ai

Artificial intelligence

Meta Platforms Finally Releases Muse Spark. Is the AI Model Worth the Wait?

Big Tech's AI arms race intensifies as companies invest heavily, with Meta's Muse Spark launch boosting its stock despite initial delays.

fromExchangewire

Scaling Success: How AI is Reshaping Publisher Deals

AI is transforming publisher deals by enabling advertisers to find new audiences at scale while maintaining relevance and performance.

Artificial intelligence

Meta Platforms Finally Releases Muse Spark. Is the AI Model Worth the Wait?

Big Tech's AI arms race intensifies as companies invest heavily, with Meta's Muse Spark launch boosting its stock despite initial delays.

fromExchangewire

Scaling Success: How AI is Reshaping Publisher Deals

AI is transforming publisher deals by enabling advertisers to find new audiences at scale while maintaining relevance and performance.

Are Netflix and Apple TV Fighting?

Netflix has reverted to its own content player on Apple TV, removing several user-friendly features and causing dissatisfaction among users.

Long-Form vs. Short-Form: The AI Debate That Misses Netflix's Real Strength

Netflix's strong fundamentals and growth prospects make it a compelling investment despite misconceptions about AI competition.

fromVulture

Are Netflix and Apple TV Fighting?

Netflix has reverted to its own content player on Apple TV, removing several user-friendly features and causing dissatisfaction among users.

Long-Form vs. Short-Form: The AI Debate That Misses Netflix's Real Strength

Netflix's strong fundamentals and growth prospects make it a compelling investment despite misconceptions about AI competition.

Creator content has become critical for retail media networks

Retail media and the creator economy are increasingly interconnected, enhancing advertising effectiveness through data-driven creator partnerships.

5 hours ago

Justin Bieber's YouTube Coachella set had nothing to do with who owns his music

Justin Bieber performed snippets of his older songs from YouTube during his Coachella set, contrary to speculation about his catalog sale affecting performance rights.

fromSearch Engine Roundtable

15 hours ago

Google AdSense To Experiment With New Ad Technology Partners

Google will experiment with updated ad technology partners starting April 20, 2026, with potential implementation on or after June 5, 2026.

13 hours ago

Can Puck reinvent news for the influencer age?

Puck combines influencer economy incentives with traditional journalism, offering equity and revenue sharing to its star reporters.

Spotify launches new playlist technology for smarter podcast streaming

Prompted Playlist now includes podcasts, creating personalized playlists based on user history and real-time signals.

fromThedrum

Finding The Right Influencers For Your Brand

Brands should combine intuition with data analytics to select the right creators for collaborations.

fromPitchfork

12 hours ago

Kelela, Kurt Vile, Olof Dreijer, and More: This Week's Pitchfork Selects Playlist

Each Monday, with our Pitchfork Selects playlist, we're sharing what our writers are playing obsessively and highlighting some of the Pitchfork staff's favorite new music.

Music production

TV podcast consumption: A new audience study

13% of American households consume podcasts on TV, particularly within Netflix households.

The Stack: Streaming Shake-Up

Streaming platforms are evolving with new technologies and partnerships, indicating significant shifts in the entertainment industry landscape.

fromCBR

Prime Video Just Won the Streaming Wars as Amazon Absorbs Apple TV Content

Prime Video partners with Apple TV, integrating its content as an add-on subscription for enhanced streaming options.

fromExchangewire

The Stack: Streaming Shake-Up

Streaming platforms are evolving with new technologies and partnerships, indicating significant shifts in the entertainment industry landscape.

fromCBR

Prime Video Just Won the Streaming Wars as Amazon Absorbs Apple TV Content

Prime Video partners with Apple TV, integrating its content as an add-on subscription for enhanced streaming options.

more#streaming

fromGREY Journal

How Creators Make Money in 2026

Creators in 2026 rely on multiple revenue streams, treating content as a business distribution channel rather than the business itself.

fromThe New Yorker

Could Jomboy Change the Way You Watch Baseball?

Major League Baseball acquired a minority stake in a media company founded by Jimmy O'Brien to attract younger fans.

Staff Picks: Best Songs of the Week April 4th - April 10th

New music releases this week include tracks from BossMan Dlow, Dari Bay, and Isaiah Rashad, showcasing diverse styles and themes.

fromPitchfork

10 Albums Out This Week You Should Listen to Now

New music releases include albums from My New Band Believe, upsammy, and Valentina Magaletti, showcasing diverse styles and innovative sounds.

fromConsequence

Staff Picks: Best Songs of the Week April 4th - April 10th

New music releases this week include tracks from BossMan Dlow, Dari Bay, and Isaiah Rashad, showcasing diverse styles and themes.

fromPitchfork

10 Albums Out This Week You Should Listen to Now

New music releases include albums from My New Band Believe, upsammy, and Valentina Magaletti, showcasing diverse styles and innovative sounds.

more#new-music

fromEMARKETER

Brands advertising on 9 streaming platforms command a third of US streaming TV ad spend

Advertisers running on all nine streaming platforms account for 34% of US streaming TV ad spending, according to a March report from MediaRadar.

Marketing tech

The Age Of "Interest Media" Is Here-Here's How Your Business Can Tap In

The 'interest media' era allows small businesses to reach potential customers beyond follower numbers through personalized content.

fromDefector

The Best Songs Of Q1 2026 | Defector

Music in early 2026 reflects anxiety and a desire for liberation, showcasing a mix of deep personal themes and lighthearted fun.

fromwww.nytimes.com

3 weeks ago

How Fandom Is Driving Katseye's Pop Music Machine

Fandoms today create intense emotional connections and cultural influence through social media platforms, leading to both devotion and controversy among fans.

fromTNW | Artificial-Intelligence

How AI marketplaces are reshaping editorial advertising in 2026

The traditional workflow for editorial advertising is outdated, relying heavily on manual processes and lengthy email chains.

fromThe Hollywood Reporter

Top Influencers' Secret Weapon for Engagement Might Be Replaced by AI

Evan Stanfield's marketing agency Clipping Culture utilizes freelancers to create shortform videos, while AI technology is increasingly used in video editing and production.

fromFast Company

The future of music is human-generated

The music industry's value is shifting from songs to the human connection behind performances as AI-generated music becomes abundant.

APM / Streamguys join to launch new marketplace for podcasting and livestreaming

American Public Media and Streamguys launched the Inform Media Network to support noncommercial public media stations with a digital underwriting marketplace.

1 week ago

Streams up; downloads down. RIAA's 2025 year-end report

Total 2025 revenue for the radio industry reached $11.5 billion, with paid subscriptions and vinyl sales driving significant growth.

fromThe Hollywood Reporter

I Created Hit Podcasts. Then the Bubble Burst

The narrative podcast industry has faced significant challenges, leading to layoffs and a shift towards celebrity-driven content.

1 week ago

New audio ad service seeks reach + relevance

StreamGuys launched SGcreative, an audio advertising service targeting the U.S. Hispanic market in partnership with Nueva Network.

fromMarTech

1 week ago

Why digital audio is a must-have for your retail media plan | MarTech

Digital audio is becoming a crucial advertising channel, reflecting changing consumer behavior and offering significant opportunities for targeted marketing.

1 month ago

TikTok will let you stream full songs in its app if you're an Apple Music subscriber

TikTok will soon let you stream full songs in its app via a new integration with Apple Music. The company's new Play Full Song feature makes it possible to link your Apple Music account to TikTok, and play any song that strikes your fancy directly in the app while you're scrolling. Starting a song is as simple as tapping a button in the Sound Details page or your For You page.

Music production

2 months ago

Can I Help You Find Something?; The Streaming Fortress Prison | AdExchanger

Last October, PayPal an integration with OpenAI so that ChatGPT users could transact within the app. Apparently, PayPal is now ready to take that idea to other retailer chatbots. Of course, now that ChatGPT is making its foray into advertising , other LLMs and chatbots are bound to follow suit, if they haven't already done so. Walmart, for instance, rolled out ads in its generative AI agent Sparky earlier this month.

Artificial intelligence