The artificial intelligence program he used caused trouble for Spotify!

Spotify, the world’s largest music streaming platform, has been criticized again as a result of a research conducted by Harper’s Magazine. According to the research, Spotify uses an artificial intelligence program called “Perfect Fit Content” (PFC) to fill playlists with low-cost music and reduce royalty payments. It is claimed that these contents emulate popular genres and highlight less quality music. Here are the details…

Spotify is at the center of criticism with music produced by artificial intelligence

We know that Spotify has long been criticized for its low royalties. The platform only pays artists between $0.003 and $0.005 for each stream. It is claimed that, within the scope of the PFC program, Spotify works with studios that produce tracks similar to popular genres such as lo-fi, ambient and classical music, and that these music are purchased for a fixed fee. In this way, the platform focuses on low-cost music instead of constantly paying royalties.

Reportedly, Spotify also popularizes music produced using artificial intelligence (AI) on its platform. Although Spotify CEO Daniel Ek defends the use of AI, critics state that these tracks are inauthentic and lack artistic merit. Former employees, on the other hand, claim that these low-cost tracks are included more in playlists than music by artists.

Spotify denies the allegations

Spotify has denied claims that it prioritizes PFC content over artists’ music. But some editors told Harper’s Magazine that, on the contrary, they were instructed to include low-cost tracks in playlists.

In short, this policy of Spotify has increased concerns that it may further reduce the income of artists on the platform and listeners will be directed to lower quality content. What do you think about this? You can share your opinions in the comments section below.