Spotify Won’t Take a Cut of Revenue from Podcast Subscriptions
Spotify is launching podcast subscriptions soon but, unlike Apple, it will not take a cut of the revenue.
WWE Survives COVID with a Little Help from Peacock
Last week, WWE reported its first quarter financials. With most of its events shut down last year, Peacock turned out to be a much-need bright spot.
Apple Launches Apple Podcasts Subscriptions
Starting in May, Apple is launching Apple Podcasts Subscriptions, a global marketplace for premium podcasts.
Netflix Reports Revenue Growth of 24.2% for Q1 2021
Following a strong 2020, Netflix reported revenue of $7.2 billion, a 24.2% increase, and record operating margin and income.
Member Alert: FTC “Digital Dark Patterns” Workshop April 29th
The Federal Trade Commission is hosting a virtual workshop on April 29th to examine digital “dark patterns” to examine what dark patterns are and how they impact or trick consumers and the marketplace into making unwanted or extra purchases online.
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