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Earbuds is an app that allows users to share music between Spotify and Apple Music. It breaks down the barriers between the two services, allowing users to easily share songs and playlists with friends. The app also features an AI search bot called ‘earbot’ that provides recommendations for songs and playlists, offering a more personalized listening experience.
Deezer and Universal Music have reached an agreement to change the monetization model for ambient sounds and non-music content on the streaming platform. The new model, branded as “artist-centric,” will demonetize certain non-artist audio and replace it with Deezer’s own functional music. Streams by professional artists, defined as those with a certain number of monthly streams and unique listeners, will count for double. Despite the potential benefits for professional artists, critics argue that the model may overlook independent and avant-garde musicians. The agreement aims to address fraudulent activities and gaming behaviors on the platform.
Several new game releases and crowdfunding projects offer exciting experiences for gamers. While ‘Terraforming Mars’ has faced criticism for its use of AI artwork, there are other innovative games to explore. ‘Death God Mausoleum’ traps players in a mysterious tomb, while ‘The Progeny’ presents a unique adventure inspired by classic films. ‘Heartbreak’ takes place in a gothic hotel, providing a captivating storytelling experience. Additionally, ‘Dukk Börg’ offers a treasure hunting game in a post-apocalyptic world, ‘Afterwords’ explores the theme of death through diverse games and essays, and ‘Beecher’s Bibles’ takes players back to the 1850s Kansas conflicts.