Spotify Unwrapped Campaign Calls for User Boycott Over ICE Ads and AI Music | AI News Digest
Tech analysts report that a new movement called Spotify Unwrapped is urging consumers to boycott the streaming platform due to its advertisements for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and its promotion of AI-generated music. This grassroots campaign is led by organizations such as the 50501 Movement, Indivisible Project, and Working Families, which have previously protested against ICE. The initiative coincides with the launch of Spotify's annual Wrapped feature, which offers users a personalized look at their listening trends. Critics, including co-founder Ezra Levin, contend that Spotify's actions harm the artistic community and support detrimental government practices. The campaign calls on users to cancel their subscriptions and share their stories, reflecting a rising frustration with the platform's policies.
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