Psychology says people who can’t work without music or a familiar show playing in the background aren’t lazy but their brain is running a secret algorithm that needs a soundtrack to boot upMillions of people can't start a single task without pressing play first. Science finally explains why that's not a quirk, it's neuroscienc...
31 May, 2026, 04.29 PM IST
Youtube says will flag AI-generated contentYoutube will now automatically identify AI-generated videos. This new policy will inform viewers if content is created using artificial int...
27 May, 2026, 09.20 PM IST
Saregama doubles down on premium music IP even as it eyes AI monetisationSaregama is embracing an AI-driven future. The music label is exploring licensing deals with generative AI platforms. Simultaneously, it is...
27 May, 2026, 02.12 PM IST
Laptops, tablets, learning apps in schools across U.S. facing backlashes. Here's whyIn Los Angeles, concerned parents last year formed a group, Schools Beyond Screens, and pressured the district by speaking out at school bo...
26 May, 2026, 09.27 PM IST
Spotify launches 'narrated articles' from publications like The Atlantic, VogueThe Swedish streaming giant will offer more than 650 long-form magazine articles in the English language to users with access to audioboo...
26 May, 2026, 05.28 PM IST
Screen-shunning parents turn to audio toysParents are increasingly choosing audio-only gadgets for their children, moving away from excessive screen time. Devices like Yoto and Toni...
23 May, 2026, 10.23 AM IST
Spotify aiming for a 'ChatGPT moment' in music and India is central to the planSpotify is embracing artificial intelligence to become a personalised audio platform. The company is developing AI playlists, conversationa...
22 May, 2026, 01.48 PM IST
Spotify strikes deal with Universal Music to let premium users create AI covers, remixesThe companies did not disclose the financial terms of the deal or which artists will participate in the new feature in their joint announ...
21 May, 2026, 11.15 PM IST
TIME named him world's most influential 3 times, yet most people don't know Chinese titan Tencent's $63 billion boss - who is Ma Huateng?Ma Huateng, also known as Pony Ma, is the influential co-founder, chairman, and CEO of Tencent, a global tech conglomerate. Despite a low p...
21 May, 2026, 12.27 AM IST
Why Spotify replaced its iconic green logo with a disco ball — and what the viral Spotify 20 symbol really meansSpotify users across the world suddenly noticed something unusual this week. The familiar green Spotify logo looked different. A shiny disc...
15 May, 2026, 07.32 PM IST
What time is Drake dropping Iceman? YouTube says ‘album is defrosting’; here’s what we know so farDrake's new album 'Iceman' is generating immense fan excitement. Searches for its release date are surging online. A YouTube livestream is ...
15 May, 2026, 09.28 AM IST
Is Spotify down today? Spotify outage hits over 15,000 as users report server issues with music streaming platform amid outage; here's how to fixIs Spotify Down Today? Over 15,000 users have flooded Downdetector with reports of Spotify not working. The platform confirmed the outage o...
12 May, 2026, 11.34 PM IST
Spotify’s new 20-year throwback feature reveals your first ever streamSpotify has introduced a new anniversary feature called “Spotify 20: Your Party of the Year(s),” giving users a personalized look back at t...
12 May, 2026, 07.39 PM IST
ET at Apple’s Bengaluru developer showcase: The apps headed to WWDC 2026Indian developers are showcasing innovative apps for the Apple ecosystem. These apps focus on personal experiences, design, and AI. Develop...
11 May, 2026, 02.11 PM IST
Spotify expects profit below estimates as North America, Europe growth slowsSpotify's second-quarter outlook falls short of expectations. The Swedish streaming giant anticipates slower growth in Europe and North Ame...
28 Apr, 2026, 06.57 PM IST
Taylor Swift’s identity under siege? Pop icon takes legal action as AI deepfakes spiral out of control—Is this a preemptive strike against AI misuse?Singer Taylor Swift has filed new trademarks for her voice and image. This move comes as concerns about AI deepfakes and misuse of celebrit...
28 Apr, 2026, 01.41 AM IST
Amazon secures exclusive rights to Oprah Winfrey's podcastAmazon's Wondery has inked a multi-year deal with Oprah Winfrey's Harpo Entertainment. This agreement grants Wondery exclusive rights to "T...
27 Apr, 2026, 10.14 PM IST