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January 23, 202510 min read
Sony Launches Soneium Blockchain as Web3 Transforms Music Distribution in 2025
Industry News

Major labels embrace blockchain technology, with Sony Music Group's Soneium platform leading a wave of Web3 innovations that promise to revolutionize how music is distributed, monetized, and owned.

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January 22, 20256 min read
Music Industry Hits Record $60 Billion in Streaming Payouts as Global Streams Reach 4.8 Trillion
Industry News

The global music industry has reached unprecedented heights with streaming platforms distributing more than $60 billion to artists and rights holders, marking a tenfold increase over the past decade.

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January 21, 20258 min read
Music Industry Battles $2 Billion Streaming Fraud Crisis with AI-Powered Detection
Industry News

Streaming fraud now costs the global music industry $2 billion annually, with sophisticated AI-generated content and bot networks threatening the integrity of royalty distributions worldwide.

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January 20, 20258 min read
DDEX Approves Simple Music NFT Standard: Bridging Web2 and Web3
Industry Standards

A revolutionary step in music distribution as DDEX officially approves the Simple Music NFT Standard, enabling seamless integration of blockchain technology with traditional music distribution workflows.

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January 18, 202510 min read
Apple Music Partner Program: Complete Integration Guide for 2024
Integration

Everything you need to know about the new Apple Music Partner Program, including real-time analytics, custom airplay reports, and advanced API capabilities for music distributors.

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January 15, 202512 min read
DDEX ERN 4.3: Essential Features for White-Label Platforms
Technical

Deep dive into DDEX Electronic Release Notification 4.3 standard and how white-label music distribution platforms can leverage its advanced features for efficient catalog management.

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January 12, 20257 min read
Automating Metadata Management in Modern Music Distribution
Technology

How DDEX standards and modern APIs are revolutionizing metadata handling, reducing errors, and enabling faster royalty distribution for artists worldwide.

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