Premium Family members must now prove to Spotify they live in the same household as the account holder.

Spotify is enabling podcast creators to earn more money through the platform by providing their fans with a way to pay to access exclusive content. First announced in May, the new Memberships subscription feature is starting to roll out in 34 regions today, allowing podcasters to offer perks including additional content, early access, bonus episodes, […]
Spotify’s new paid memberships let podcasters offer fans exclusive perks, including ad-free listening, early access, and bonus content, while keeping 90% of the revenue.
Spotify is rolling out in-person QR-code checks for some Premium Family members, with a seven-day deadline and a 12-month restriction for those who fail verification.
Siri can now learn users’ preferred music app, allowing Spotify listeners to request songs, podcasts, and playlists without specifying which app to use.

Spotifast is a native and lightweight Spotify app that uses much less RAM, resulting in a speedier listening experience.
The company launched technology.spotify.com, a new site that will make its internal tech available to outsiders.

Spotify has renewed its licensing agreement with Joe Rogan, whose podcast remains the number one show on the platform – and in the world. As reported by The Wall Street Journal, the multi-year agreement is valued at around $250 million, allowing new episodes of The Joe Rogan Experience to appear on Spotify and across other […]

Spotify will offer audiobooks in more than 180 markets by the end of 2026, up from 22 today, the company said at the Frankfurt Book Fair on Wednesday. The global rollout will reach more than 750 million people, who will find books next to their music a…

Audiobooks are coming to over 180 markets, but all I want is my app to be a music-only experience.