Spotify launches AI remixes

Spotify is partnering with Universal Music Group to allow Premium subscribers to create AI-generated song covers and remixes.

The tool will launch as a paid add-on, creating a new revenue stream for participating artists and songwriters.

The licensing agreement marks the first time a major streamer has officially integrated generative AI for user-created content.

Spotify CEO Daniel Ek stated the move is part of a broader strategy to hit 1 billion users by 2030 by leveraging 'taste models' that encourage interactive sharing over passive listening.