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Start-up is seeking to launch futures to let streaming companies and rights owners manage risks
Dawn Ostroff, who spearheaded ambitious expansion into podcasts, to leave the music streaming company
Streaming video company names new leadership as jump in subscribers brings hope of rebound after ‘tough year’
Groups like Patreon and Substack that help creatives cash in on their online followings forced to seek revenues over growth
Media industry still adjusting after brutal revaluation of its prospects by investors
Entertainment business faces threat of economic recession and slower streaming growth
Lossmaking streaming platforms and traditional channels face pivotal year in 2023, say analysts
United Talent Agency chief Jeremy Zimmer says ad-supported service ‘changes the game’ for creators
Push into US league’s Sunday Ticket service signals threat to traditional broadcasters
Streaming services hit by rising costs, consumer belt-tightening and drop in advertising
The new web app is working with small publishers to bring their works to listeners’ ears
CMA says record labels and services such as Spotify unlikely to be making excess profits
Returning chief describes a ‘sense of urgency’ in town hall with media company’s employees
Badly moderated social media platforms can have chilling real world effects
Cable TV was a great business; streaming may not be
TV and film companies are racing to capture some of the marketing cash pouring into the likes of YouTube
Plus, Wall Street sheds loans tied to private equity takeovers and BHP finally makes its bet on Australia
Entertainment company replaces leader after short tenure marked by controversy and missteps
The company’s ‘extended reality’ technology is becoming a hit with entertainers after giving locked-down audiences a chance to enjoy performances by the likes of Billie Eilish and Katy Perry
Deal for song catalogue follows $2bn partnership with publisher Primary Wave
Move comes amid profitability push for flagship streaming service and wider industry turbulence
Media and entertainment group’s platforms added subscribers but operating losses widen to $1.5bn
The Japanese people are reluctant to share their personal data with the government in the form of ID cards. Can a robot help?
New service rolls out in 12 markets this week as company seeks to shore up revenue
Websites accepting digital currencies for illegal content increasing as buyers seek anonymity
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