EU to hit Apple with antitrust violations in Spotify case
The European Commission launched an antitrust probe into whether Apple used its own platform to favour its services over those of rivals.
Sun Feb 18 2024
Taylor Swift first female artist to hit 100 million monthly spotify listeners
It comes as the global megastar continues her The Eras Tour, having recently played four dates in Mexico.
Wed Aug 30 2023
Blackpink's Ddu-Du Ddu-Du makes history as first K-pop video to surpass 2.1 bil YouTube views
The song's resonance with global audiences is further evident in its streaming numbers on Spotify, with an impressive 600 million streams.
Mon Jul 31 2023
Harry and Meghan's Spotify deal comes to an end
The deal was estimated by media to have been worth as much as $20 million or more.
Fri Jun 16 2023
Spotify is stepping up efforts to drive hateful content from its platform
Since the beginning of the year, the global streaming site has reportedly removed 19,000 playlists that violate its hate speech policy.
Sun Oct 02 2022
Should music streaming sites fear the same fate as Netflix?
Music streaming providers fear seeing their growth slow after two years of pandemic.
Sat Apr 30 2022
'The Batman' soundtrack soars on Spotify
The soundtrack has even seen streams up by over 700 pct.
Tue Mar 15 2022
Neil Young takes aim at Spotify CEO, big banks
Singer-songwriter Neil Young has asked employees of Spotify Technology SA to quit their jobs.
Tue Feb 08 2022
US star Joe Rogan, podcaster in eye of misinformation storm
Joe Rogan has spread disinformation about the coronavirus and other topics on the air.
Thu Feb 03 2022
Spotify to link virus content to COVID facts after disinformation row
Music streaming giant Spotify announced it would start guiding listeners of podcasts discussing COVID-19 to facts about the pandemic.
Mon Jan 31 2022
What you need to know about the coronavirus right now
China punishes cold-chain managers for 'obstructing' COVID prevention.
Mon Jan 31 2022
Joni Mitchell removes music from Spotify over vaccine misinformation
Canadian singer-songwriter Joni Mitchell has announced that she will remove her music from Spotify.
Sun Jan 30 2022
Spotify removing Neil Young's music after his Joe Rogan ultimatum
The Swedish company said it worked to balance "both safety for listeners and freedom for creators".
Thu Jan 27 2022
How TV's coolest characters are getting into podcasts
So forget "Friends," with characters who spend their time catching up over coffee at Central Park. From now on, Friends make podcasts.
Fri Dec 24 2021
When it comes to music, Gen Z has the same taste as their parents
December is the month to take a look back on the year in music.
Wed Dec 08 2021
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar
The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
Fri Oct 18 2024
What policies to expect from Indonesia's new President Prabowo
Prabowo will be open to foreign investment, his aide has said, such as by offering investors management of airports and sea ports.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Govt allocates RM470 mil to empower women's participation in PMKS
The Women's Leadership Apprenticeship Program will be intensified as an effort to produce more female corporate personalities.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Israel sends more troops into north Gaza, deepens raid
Residents of Jabalia in northern Gaza said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp, using heavy air and ground fire.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Indonesia ramps up security ahead of Prabowo's inauguration
Prabowo Subianto will be sworn in as Indonesia's president on Sunday with Vice President-elect, Gibran Rakabuming Raka, also taking office.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Immediate allocation of RM150 mil for local authorities, DID to tackle flash floods
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said this allocation is intended to address the recent flash floods that hit the capital and several major towns.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Sabah, Sarawak to continue receiving among highest allocations - PM
Sabah and Sarawak continues to be prioritised under Budget 2025, with allocations of RM6.7 billion and RM5.9 billion respectively.
Fri Oct 18 2024
NFOF will be operational in November 2024 with funding of RM1 bil
PM Anwar Ibrahim said NFOF will support venture capital fund managers to invest in startup companies with RM300 million set aside for 2025.
Fri Oct 18 2024