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
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
How to travel in the summer of chaosThe travel industry has bifurcated, rewarding those who understand its complexities. Travelers are increasingly spending more, often financ...
27 May, 2026, 10.19 AM 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 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
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
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
Anthropic, Cursor backer Accel raises $5 billion for big AI betsVenture capital firm Accel has raised $5 billion in new funds, with $4 billion dedicated to its fifth Leaders fund for late-stage AI startu...
15 Apr, 2026, 07.59 PM IST
Music to ears: Give quality, will payIndian consumers are starting to pay for quality. Gen Z listeners are switching to paid music streaming subscriptions. This trend is pushin...
13 Apr, 2026, 11.16 PM IST
Bill Ackman's Pershing Square proposes $64 billion merger deal with Universal Music GroupBill Ackman's Pershing Square proposed a deal on Tuesday to merge Universal Music Group with its investment fund under a plan to revive the...
07 Apr, 2026, 07.48 PM IST
Bill Ackman's Pershing Square proposes $64 billion merger deal with Universal Music GroupBill Ackman's Pershing Square has proposed a deal to merge Universal Music Group with its investment fund. The plan aims to revive the musi...
07 Apr, 2026, 05.01 PM IST
Spotify to raise premium subscription price in select markets from SeptemberSpotify announced on Monday that the monthly price for premium individual subscriptions in certain markets will increase starting in Septem...
04 Aug, 2025, 07.32 PM IST
Spotify to hike subscription price in USA? Details hereSpotify subscription price will reportedly be raised for users in the US. Swedish music streaming service will also introduce new basic tie...
03 Apr, 2024, 08.51 PM IST
Spotify planning to raise subscription charge, first time since 2011: Here's new pricing, key detailsSpotify's Premium membership charge has been a constant since over 12 years now. However, as per latest reports, it is now going to revise ...
23 Jul, 2023, 01.38 AM IST
Spotify may soon launch HiFi streaming plan, Reddit post suggestsThe plan is to be priced at $19.99, according to the Reddit post
16 Oct, 2022, 05.59 PM IST
Spotify plans hiring spree in bid to challenge ClubhouseThe idea is to capitalize on a new market popularized by Discord and Clubhouse, which let users participate in live audio chats.
27 Apr, 2021, 02.10 PM IST
Spotify to raises prices on some plans across U.S., UKIn the United States, Spotify's Family Plan subscription was increased by $1 to $15.99 per month, while its UK plan prices have been raised...
27 Apr, 2021, 09.11 AM IST