Tag: revenue

ASCAP paid out a record $1.76bn to songwriters and publishers in 2025

admin — Thu, 12 Feb 2026 19:16:23 +0000

The US organization delivered a record $1.945 billion in revenue in the calendar year.

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Spotify eyes AI ‘derivatives’ as new revenue stream for artists – says its tech to let fans make remixes and covers is ready

admin — Tue, 10 Feb 2026 20:17:54 +0000

Spotify says it wants to enable listeners to interact with their favorite artists' music through AI

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Suno’s revenue opportunity, $1.65bn M&A spending power, and TikTok: 3 things worth knowing from WMG’s latest earnings call

admin — Mon, 09 Feb 2026 19:24:50 +0000

Elsewhere on the call, WMG's leadership team discussed TikTok, DSP pricing, and more. Here are three things that stood out.

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WMG generated $1.84bn in calendar Q4; recorded music subscription streaming revenues jump 10.9% YoY

admin — Thu, 05 Feb 2026 22:11:11 +0000

Total revenue was up 7.1% YoY at constant currency, with recorded music revenues up 6.6% YoY

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Sony’s combined revenue from recorded music and publishing blasts past $3B milestone in calendar Q4 2025

admin — Thu, 05 Feb 2026 14:40:37 +0000

ROSALÍA's LUX was Sony's biggest revenue-generating project around the globe in the last three months of 2025

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With 40bn streams, $75m revenues last year, and double-digit growth forecast for 2026, Romania’s Global Records is redefining indie success in Central and Eastern Europe

admin — Wed, 04 Feb 2026 11:29:18 +0000

Global Records founder Ștefan Lucian on hitting 40bn streams, the company's revenue target for 2026 and more.

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‘Physical music is powerful and under-leveraged. In 2026, it won’t be a sideshow – it’ll be a core strategic revenue and brand channel.’

admin — Tue, 27 Jan 2026 16:38:39 +0000

Happiness. Marketing founder Thom Skarzynski talks physical music, D2C, superfans and more

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Optimizing AI Ad Placements for ChatGPT and Perplexity : 2026 Guide

admin — Mon, 26 Jan 2026 09:49:01 +0000

The traditional search landscape—the one dominated by a list of ten blue links—is effectively being rewritten in 2026. As users migrate from standard search engines to AI-driven conversational platforms, publishers are facing a “monetisation panic”. If an AI summarizes your article and provides the answer directly to the user, how do you keep your revenue […]

Too Lost projects nine-figure annual revenue haul for 2026, after adding 100k new artists and labels last year

admin — Thu, 22 Jan 2026 17:00:01 +0000

Company forecasts a nine-figure annual revenue haul for the second consecutive year.

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Master the Balance: Refreshing Ads Without Hurting SEO in 2026

admin — Thu, 22 Jan 2026 02:20:24 +0000

The digital landscape of 2026 is unforgiving. Publishers are facing a challenging situation due to the emergence of AI-driven search and Google’s unwavering emphasis on “Interaction to Next Paint” (INP). You need ad revenue to keep the lights on, but one heavy, layout-shifting ad script can send your search rankings into a tailspin. Many site […]

GEO vs SEO: Which Drives More Revenue for Niche Blogs in 2026?

admin — Mon, 19 Jan 2026 10:48:37 +0000

In 2026, the landscape of digital discovery has undergone its most radical transformation since the dawn of the search engine. For niche bloggers, the question isn’t just “How do I rank?” but “How do I get cited?” As we navigate this new era, the battle between GEO vs SEO has become the defining factor in […]

Top Lightweight WordPress Themes for High Ad Density Sites in 2026

admin — Mon, 12 Jan 2026 10:12:08 +0000

The beginning of any successful online venture hinges on speed. For publishers relying on advertising revenue, every millisecond counts. In 2026, the digital landscape demands lightning-fast load times, especially for sites with numerous ad placements. The truth is, heavy themes can cripple your ad performance, inflate bounce rates, and ultimately decimate your income. This comprehensive […]

Electronic music experiences firm Pacha Group booked $139m in revenue between January and September 2025, after ‘record-breaking’ season at Pacha Ibiza nightclub

admin — Mon, 05 Jan 2026 13:51:38 +0000

Pacha Ibiza nightclub drew 583,834 guests across 156 events this season, up 20% YoY.

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Top 10 High-Paying Ad Niches in 2026 : Maximize Your Ad Revenue

admin — Mon, 29 Dec 2025 09:15:24 +0000

Not all traffic is the same in the realm of digital publishing. Even if a celebrity gossip blog gets a million readers, it might not make as much money as a small site on corporate insurance. To make a lot of money, you need to focus on high-paying ad categories. As we draw closer to […]

UMG and Roblox strike deal to expand commercial opportunities for artists on the gaming platform – including merch sales via Shopify

admin — Fri, 19 Dec 2025 14:26:47 +0000

Deal includes the integration of commercial features designed to 'drive increased engagement and revenue for artists and labels'

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