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Funding, launches, acquisitions, and company strategy.
Court documents have surfaced showing that TikTok employees raised concerns about child safety on the platform but felt executives failed to respond adequately. The filings point to internal frustration among staff over how leadership handled the reported risks.
Spotify has introduced a paid membership program for podcasters, allowing creators to offer exclusive benefits to their most dedicated listeners. The program positions Spotify as a direct competitor to established creator-funding platforms like Patreon.
JustWatch, long known as a search engine for finding content across streaming platforms, has launched JustWatch TV, a streaming service of its own. The new offering includes a free ad-supported tier, a $3.99-per-month ad-free subscription, and movie rentals.
With lower infrastructure costs and AI-assisted development, more founders are choosing profitability over venture funding.
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