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Spotify has launched an in-app messaging feature on August 26, 2025, enabling users aged 16+ in select markets to send direct messages, share music, podcasts, and audiobooks, and react with emojis. This move boosts engagement and social interaction amid competition. It could redefine Spotify as a holistic audio-social platform.
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Australian podcast host Tobias Marcus Nuttall, 32, known for "Waking World" exploring conspiracies and the occult, has been charged with murdering his girlfriend by stabbing in Perth on August 20. Arrested and remanded, the case highlights blurred lines between on-air personas and real-life tragedies, sparking industry reflections on authenticity and domestic violence.
China's podcasting scene is exploding, with listeners surging from under 700,000 to 150 million in five years, driven by diverse content from hobbyists like Cheng Yanliang and Wang Ziyue. Podcasters navigate censorship by avoiding sensitive topics, using AI moderation on platforms like Ximalaya. Despite growth prospects, increasing scrutiny threatens this audio renaissance.
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YouTube's new AI age verification system, launched August 13, 2025, analyzes viewing habits to flag minors, requiring ID uploads or facial scans for verification. Over 50,000 creators petitioned against this "AI spying," citing privacy risks and data breach vulnerabilities amid rising identity theft. This controversy highlights the tension between child safety regulations and user anonymity.
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