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Users listening to their favorite artists on the free service are now hearing pitches to “join the mission of protecting the United States.” The placement of government recruitment advertisements on a platform traditionally known for its progressive user base has raised ethical questions.
The decision to host the ads appears to be rooted in financial incentives. According to the report, the U.S. governmentpays a substantial amount of money to Spotify for the advertising slots, suggesting revenue is a key factor in the platform’s acceptance of the controversial material.
This move marks a highly visible and potentially divisive strategy by Spotify regarding its advertising revenue streams and content policies.
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