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It’s Official: Trump Grants TikTok Another Extension

1 week ago | digitalmusicnews.com | Ashley King

Trump plans to sign yet another executive order this week, granting TikTok more time to comply with the federal law requiring its change in ownership. President Trump plans to once again extend the deadline by which TikTok must divest from its Chinese parent, ByteDance, or face a federal ban in the United States. It will be the third reprieve granted to the company this year.
When is BTS’ Roaring Comeback?-Sources Point to March 2026

1 week ago | digitalmusicnews.com | Ashley King

Industry sources confirm BTS will make its long-awaited full-group comeback in March next year, with their exact schedule yet to be finalized. Speculation has been mounting among fans and the broader K-pop industry about when BTS will reunite and resume activities as a group. All seven members will have completed their mandatory 18-month military service by this weekend, with Suga scheduled to be discharged on Saturday.
Who's Drake's Ghostwriter? Lil Wayne's Son Says It's His Dad

1 week ago | digitalmusicnews.com | Ashley King

In a candid YouTube interview, Lil Novi, the son of legendary rapper Lil Wayne, has ignited a debate in the hip-hop community. Lil Novi suggests that his father served as Drake’s ghostwriter during his early career. The interview was conducted by TrillMarty and features Lil Novi and his crew discussing their musical influences, aspirations, and the legacy of Young Money—which was founded by Lil Wayne.
CNN's 4th of July Special — The Kid Laroi, Kesha & More

1 week ago | digitalmusicnews.com | Ashley King

CNN’s “The Fourth in America” July special returns with a star-studded lineup and live firework shows from across the country. “The Fourth in America” returns to CNN in 2025, featuring star-studded performances and live fireworks shows from across the country in celebration of the 248th anniversary of the United States’ independence.
Brass Band Week 2025 Announced for July in the UK

1 week ago | digitalmusicnews.com | Ashley King

The UK’s Brass Band Week returns from July 5-13, following a successful launch last year with hundreds of bands taking part. Celebrating brass bands and their ability to engage communities, exercise minds and creativity, and bring people together from all walks of life, the week is championed by Brass Bands England (BBE). Any event featuring brass bands or brass playing can sign up for Brass Band Week, with events running all across the UK.
Patreon Ups The Cut It Takes From Creators to 10%

1 week ago | digitalmusicnews.com | Ashley King

Creator monetization platform Patreon is making changes to its fee structure in August. The company is consolidating its tiered pricing model into a single standardized plan that will take a 10% cut from creators’ earnings. The new consolidated plan is a balance between its current offering of 8% on the Patreon Pro plan and 12% on the Patreon Premium tier. The higher premium tier will now be phased out for new sign-ups.
Spotify’s Daniel Ek Leads Near-$700M Funding for Defense Startup

1 week ago | digitalmusicnews.com | Ashley King

Spotify CEO Daniel Ek leads the charge in a bumper round of funding for AI-based defense startup Helsing. The company says it’s raised €600 million. European defense tech startup Helsing has announced raising 600 million euros (~$690 million) in a new round of funding. The investment was led by Prima Materia, the venture capital firm founded by Spotify CEO Daniel Ek, who is also chairman of Helsing.
SoundExchange Sues Napster & Sonos, $3.4M in Unpaid Royalties

1 week ago | digitalmusicnews.com | Ashley King

SoundExchange is suing Napster and Sonos for over $3.4 million in allegedly unpaid copyright royalties related to the Sonos Radio service. Napster was once the face of online music piracy, but the brand came full circle after the rebranding of Rhapsody transformed it into a legal music streaming service. But now, together with audio giant Sonos, Napster is facing a lawsuit filed by SoundExchange seeking over $3.4 million in allegedly unpaid copyright royalties.
Google Shareholder Sues Google & DOJ Over TikTok Extension

1 week ago | digitalmusicnews.com | Ashley King

A Google shareholder and software engineer is suing the US DOJ and Google for the Trump administration’s failure to enforce the federal TikTok ban. As the Trump administration continues to extend the TikTok divesture deadline, software engineer and Google shareholder Tony Tan says enough is enough. Tan is suing the US Department of Justice for allegedly failing to turn over records as to why it has not taken action against Google and Apple.
Grammy U Members Can Submit Music for the First Time in 2026

1 week ago | digitalmusicnews.com | Ashley King

Members of Grammy U will be able to submit recordings for the Grammy Awards for the first time, though they still won’t be eligible to vote. To celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Recording Academy’s Grammy U, the current members of Grammy U will be able to submit recordings for the upcoming consideration period for the 2026 Grammy Awards. It’s the first time that Grammy U members have been allowed to enter recordings, but they still won’t be eligible to vote.