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Spotify VS Apple Music: The Streaming Showdown

StartupTalky

StartupTalky · 1y ago

Spotify VS Apple Music: The Streaming Showdown

The article compares Spotify and Apple Music in various aspects such as content, features, platform compatibility, exclusive content, and sound quality. Spotify stands out for its podcast integration and social features, while Apple Music excels in offering lossless and spatial audio. Both platforms have their strengths and cater to different preferences. It ultimately comes down to individual needs and preferences when choosing between the two. Other streaming platforms like Tidal, Amazon Music, and YouTube Music are also mentioned as alternatives.

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Amazon begins layoffs in music streaming unit

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Amazon begins layoffs in music streaming unit

Amazon has started layoffs in its music streaming unit amid intense competition from rivals like Spotify and Apple Music. The company is restructuring its music team and cutting a number of positions, including those in marketing and artist relations. This move comes as Amazon Music faces increasing challenges in the highly competitive music streaming industry.

Apple to be hit by EU antitrust order in fight with Spotify

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Apple to be hit by EU antitrust order in fight with Spotify

Apple could face an EU antitrust order over its dispute with Spotify. The European Commission is expected to issue a preliminary finding stating that Apple violated competition law with its App Store rules. This could lead to a potential fine and a requirement for Apple to change its business practices. Spotify has accused Apple of unfair treatment, claiming that the tech giant gives preferential treatment to its own music streaming service, Apple Music.

Spotify says its iPhone app updates in the EU are getting held up by Apple

The Verge

The Verge · 1y ago

Spotify says its iPhone app updates in the EU are getting held up by Apple

Music streaming giant Spotify has accused Apple of stonewalling compliance with a European Commission ruling. The dispute between the two companies comes after Spotify submitted an app update to Apple, which included links to Spotify’s website and information on subscription pricing options. The move was in response to a ruling declaring Apple’s anti-steering rules illegal, and ordering the company to permit developers to include information on alternative music subscription services. Spotify claims that Apple has neither acknowledged nor responded to its submission, preventing further updates to the app.

Spotify to test full music videos in potential YouTube faceoff

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Spotify to test full music videos in potential YouTube faceoff

Spotify is testing full-length music videos for premium subscribers in a limited beta launch, stepping into YouTube's territory. The feature will be available to premium users in select countries, including the UK, Germany, Italy, and Brazil. Spotify aims to reach 1 billion users by 2030 but faces competition from YouTube and Apple Music. The music streaming company had previously introduced short video clips for artists. Spotify has been expanding its services to include podcasts and audiobooks to attract more users. As of February, it anticipated having 239 million premium subscribers in the current quarter.

Apple reveals new details about Spotify's business as possible EU fine nears

TechCrunch · 1y ago

The European Commission is expected to issue a fine of around €500 million against Apple for allegedly breaking EU law on competition in the streaming music market. In response, Apple has argued that Spotify, which filed the complaint, has not been harmed by any anti-competitive practices and is seeking to gain limitless access to Apple's tools without paying for their value. Apple also provided non-public details about Spotify's business, including the number of downloads and the assistance provided by Apple engineers. Spotify has responded by accusing Apple of favoring its own music service and placing unfair restrictions on competitors.

Spotify calls Apple's €1.84B antitrust fine a 'powerful message,' but cautions that the next steps matter

TechCrunch · 1y ago

Spotify calls Apple's €1.84B antitrust fine a 'powerful message,' but cautions that the next steps matter

Spotify has applauded the European Commission in imposing a €1.84bn ($2.2bn) fine on Apple for its anti-competitive practices in the music streaming market. The fine sends a powerful message that even a monopoly like Apple cannot abuse its power to control how other companies interact with their customers. Spotify, who led the complaints against Apple, remains cautious as Apple has promised to appeal the ruling. Spotify hopes that the next steps will effectively address Apple's unfair practices and ensure a fair digital marketplace for all.

Apple to let music streaming apps in Europe link to own websites for purchases

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Apple to let music streaming apps in Europe link to own websites for purchases

Apple has announced new measures to comply with a European Union mandate regarding transparency and competition on its App Store. The move comes after the tech giant was fined 1.84 billion euros by the EU for stifling competition from music streaming rivals. As part of the new measures, Apple will allow music streaming app developers to inform users of alternative ways to purchase digital services and provide links to their own websites for purchases. This announcement gives more flexibility to music streaming apps like Spotify, which holds a significant share of the European market. However, Apple has stated that the EU's decision does not affect its ability to charge commissions for its services.

One Man’s Army of Streaming Bots Reveals a Whole Industry’s Problem

Wired · 1y ago

One Man’s Army of Streaming Bots Reveals a Whole Industry’s Problem

A man in Denmark has been sentenced to 18 months in prison for using fake accounts to earn royalties from music streaming services. The 53-year-old consultant used bots to listen to his own music through fake profiles on Spotify and Apple Music, collecting royalties in the process. Fake streams are a significant issue for the music industry, diverting royalty payments away from genuine artists and polluting streaming platforms' data. The case highlights the need for streaming services to develop better tools to combat this type of fraud. Between 1 and 3 billion fake streams occurred on popular music platforms in 2021 alone.

Apple Fined $2 Billion as Europe Sides With Spotify

Wired · 1y ago

Apple Fined $2 Billion as Europe Sides With Spotify

Apple has been fined $2 billion by the European Commission for its rivalry with Spotify. The two companies have been in conflict for years, with Spotify accusing Apple of using its dominance to stifle innovation. Spotify filed a complaint in 2019, challenging the restrictions and fees Apple places on developers listing their apps in the App Store. The commission agreed, stating that Apple's restrictions on music streaming companies amounted to unfair trading conditions, resulting in higher prices for consumers. The fine is one of the largest issued against a tech company by the EU.

Apple Music is going after Spotify Wrapped with a monthly recap of what you listened to most

Business Insider

Business Insider · 1y ago

Apple Music is going after Spotify Wrapped with a monthly recap of what you listened to most

Apple Music Replay is stepping up its competition with Spotify by offering monthly summaries of users' listening habits. Previously, Apple Music Replay was only available at the end of the year, whereas Spotify Wrapped is an annual recap feature. Apple Music Replay provides users with insights into their top songs, artists, albums, playlists, genres, and stations based on their listening history. In contrast, Spotify Wrapped recently introduced additional features such as matching users to a city with similar music taste and assigning characters based on listening habits. Apple Music Replay is accessible through the replay.music.apple.com website with an Apple ID login.

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