
Spotify
Founded Year
2006Stage
Corporate Minority - P2P | IPOTotal Raised
$2.273BMarket Cap
19.36BStock Price
112.72Revenue
$0000About Spotify
Spotify is a digital music-streaming service that provides on-demand access to songs on devices, computers, mobiles, tablets, and home entertainment systems. Its services allow subscribers to search and discover music collections of friends, artists, and celebrities; build a personal collection playlist; and share music on Spotify, Facebook, Twitter, blogs, and via email with friends. The company also allows artists to post tracks on social networks, share them with fans, and promote their careers. In addition, it provides advertising services. The company was founded in 2006 and is based in Stockholm, Sweden.
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CB Insights Intelligence Analysts have mentioned Spotify in 24 CB Insights research briefs, most recently on Jan 19, 2023.



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Spotify Patents
Spotify has filed 627 patents.
The 3 most popular patent topics include:
- Video on demand services
- Audio engineering
- Wireless networking

Application Date | Grant Date | Title | Related Topics | Status |
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3/16/2021 | 1/31/2023 | Machine learning, Classification algorithms, Linear algebra, Audio engineering, Bowed instruments | Grant |
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Grant Date | 1/31/2023 |
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Related Topics | Machine learning, Classification algorithms, Linear algebra, Audio engineering, Bowed instruments |
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Latest Spotify News
Feb 1, 2023
Tek Deeps 10,000 are forced to stop – but unexpectedly large subscriber lift for Spotify TECH The streaming service Spotify, with co-founder and CEO Daniel Ek, reports financial results for 2022. Stock imageLars Pehrson/SvD/TT Spotify grows unexpectedly much in the number of users. Paying subscribers increased by 14 percent year-on-year to 205 million per month. ... Read more The post 10,000 are forced to stop – but unexpectedly large subscriber lift for Spotify appeared first on Tek Deeps.
Spotify Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
When was Spotify founded?
Spotify was founded in 2006.
Where is Spotify's headquarters?
Spotify's headquarters is located at Regeringsgatan 19, Stockholm.
What is Spotify's latest funding round?
Spotify's latest funding round is Corporate Minority - P2P.
How much did Spotify raise?
Spotify raised a total of $2.273B.
Who are the investors of Spotify?
Investors of Spotify include Tencent Holdings, Tencent Music Entertainment Group, Tiger Global Management, Alecta, Folksam and 56 more.
Who are Spotify's competitors?
Competitors of Spotify include Smule, Deezer, Gimme Radio, Gaana, Rock My World, Jelli, Pandora, Saavn, Pray.com, Shazam and 18 more.
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