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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.
Music Publishers' Anthropic Lawsuit Extends Mediation Deadline

1 week ago | digitalmusicnews.com | Dylan Smith

Are music publishers and Anthropic inching towards a settlement in their ugly copyright confrontation? Time will tell, but they’ve reached an early agreement concerning an initial Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) session. Both the major publishers and the AI giant disclosed as much in a new request to the court. In short, the parties are looking to delay a deadline for their opening mediation session from June 30th to August 25th.
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.
High Court Rejects NewJeans Bid to Overturn Injunction

1 week ago | digitalmusicnews.com | Dylan Smith

The Seoul High Court has rejected NewJeans members’ latest push to overturn a prior ruling putting their independent career activities on ice. Regional outlets shed light on this newest development in the marathon contract dispute, and Ador (which debuted as a Hybe subsidiary in late 2021) promptly weighed in with a statement. As we’ve covered in detail, an ugly showdown between now-former Ador head Min Hee-Jin and Hybe brass ultimately boiled over.
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.
Bruno Mars Confirmed As Fortnite Festival Season 9 'Icon'

1 week ago | digitalmusicnews.com | Dylan Smith

Welcome back to Fortnite, Bruno Mars: The Honolulu-born artist is officially headlining Fortnite Festival’s ninth season. Epic Games’ Fortnite revealed the return of Mars in a brief announcement ahead of Festival’s ninth-season kickoff today. For the uninitiated, Festival is a Harmonix-developed rhythm game distinct from Fortnite proper. And owing to its music emphasis – including purchasable in-game tracks and digital items – Festival is inherently well-suited for artist features.
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.