There likely hasn’t been a more prominent topic in the music streaming industry than artificial streaming. In this article, we’ll guide you through everything you need to know about Spotify artificial streaming—what it is, why it poses a problem, and what actions to take as an artist if it comes your way.

For the first time, SoundCloud is publicly sharing its Music Intelligence Report, exploring emerging trends, cultural movements, listener behavior, and shifts in music. What has the streaming platform revealed? Let’s find out together.

It’s report season, which means the 2025 Global Music Report, published annually by the International Federation of the Phonographic Industry (IFPI), is out, too. According to the organization’s findings, global recorded music industry revenue grew by 4.8% year-over-year (YoY) in 2024, despite a decline in growth in the United States.

“Artists deserve clarity regarding the economics of music streaming,” states Spotify in the introduction of their latest Loud & Clear annual report. So, what should artists understand about the state of the music streaming industry in 2024? Let’s dive in.