AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoSpotify Video Push: Spotify rolled out a full music-video push with a refreshed global music video charts playlist (top 50, updated daily) plus easier artist video uploads and pitching. Apple Music Price Shock: Apple Music raised subscription prices in the U.S. and other markets, citing rising licensing costs, with Family plans jumping too. WhatsApp Goes Multi-Device (Music Included): WhatsApp added iPad sign-up without phone linking, refreshed CarPlay/Android Auto, native PDF viewing/editing, and lets users share songs to Status directly from Apple Music or Spotify. Instagram Creator Control: Instagram launched “Replace Audio,” letting users swap music on already-published feed posts and carousels without resetting engagement. Qobuz Upgrade: Qobuz redesigned its mobile/tablet app with a new player and real-time synced lyrics (with translations). Royalty Tension in Malawi: COSOMA faced fresh backlash over royalty transparency, responding defensively to critics. Burna Boy World Cup Boost: Shakira and Burna Boy’s “Dai Dai” surged after the 2026 World Cup halftime show, climbing charts and racking up major on-demand streams. Podcast Business: PodcastOne acquired Billy Corgan’s “The Magnificent Others,” expanding its premium creator-led lineup.
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