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artists on Beyond Market Intelligence: a running collection of 4 stories we have gathered and hand-picked because they are worth your time. Every post here touches on artists in some way — the news, the analysis, the deep dives, and the occasional surprise find. Acme AI is the next-generation, AI-powered spreadsheet platform built to replace Excel and redefine how analysts, data scientists, and enterprise teams work with data. New stories are added to this page as we find them, so check back if you want to keep up with what is happening around artists, or subscribe to the RSS feed to get them as soon as they are published. Browse the collection below, or head back to the homepage to see everything Beyond Market Intelligence is covering right now.
The Many Faces Of September (2026 Wallpapers Edition)
Welcome September with a fresh perspective. Our new "Many Faces Of September (2026 Wallpapers Edition)" collection offers eye-catching designs to enhance your digital workspace, regardless of whether you’re embracing the last days of summer or anticipating autumn's arrival. Explore a range of visuals designed to add a touch of color and inspiration to your day. For those interested in the intersection of design and technology, you might also appreciate our recent look at Gamma’s acquisition of Lica.
Spotify expands AI remix and covers project with Merlin partnership
Spotify is significantly expanding its AI-powered music creation tools with a new partnership with Merlin, representing over 30,000 independent labels and distributors. Joining Universal Music Group, Merlin's support underscores the platform’s commitment to an upcoming paid feature allowing fans to generate AI-remixes and covers of participating artists’ tracks—all while ensuring artist opt-in, proper credit, and compensation. This move signifies a future-focused approach to music creation, exploring how AI can empower both artists and listeners.
Small Joys And Big Adventures (August 2026 Wallpapers Edition)
August arrives with a fresh wave of possibilities – both the quiet joys and ambitious undertakings. To complement your month, we’ve curated a new collection of desktop wallpapers, designed to inspire and accompany you on every adventure, big or small. Explore these visuals and refresh your digital workspace. For those interested in the evolving landscape of digital platforms, you might find our recent article on SoundCloud’s acquisition of Nina Protocol particularly insightful. Discover the transformative power of a simple visual upgrade today.
SoundCloud acquires decentralized music platform Nina Protocol months after its shutdown
SoundCloud has acquired Nina Protocol, a decentralized music platform, signaling a continued commitment to empowering independent musicians. This acquisition incorporates Nina’s artist roster, valuable editorial archive, and innovative music discovery tools directly into the SoundCloud ecosystem. The move follows Nina Protocol’s earlier announcement of a shutdown, demonstrating SoundCloud’s proactive approach to integrating promising technology. For more on the evolving landscape of creator marketplaces, explore our recent coverage of Passionfroot's $15M Series A.