https://www.theverge.com/2024/3/25/24110545/spotify-online-courses-learning-video-test-uk-skillshare-bbc-maestro-playvirtuoso
It’s just a test, and just in the UK for now.
You probably wouldn't use Netflix to play games either but it doesn't stop then from shoving them down your throat.
They could just make it a different app, but they know no one is downloading it, so they ruin the default app instead. Outstanding move.
No way this is going to backfire like; The Spotify CD player plug, Joe Rogan, lossless streaming, podcasts, and just generally not charging under $15 a month for a music streaming service.
Such a shame because they really seem to still have the best recommendation engine.
We need money!
TikTok is about to be banned in the US.
OMG, that's a market opening up for us!
Spotify, probably (yes I know it's in the UK, but regardless)