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Daniel Ek Turned Spotify Into a Global Hit – and a Powerful Gatekeeper

Summary by NRC Handelsblad
Spotify founder Daniel Ek breathed new life into the music world with the Swedish streaming service, which has become virtually impossible for artists to ignore. He's taking a step back, but hopes to maintain his influence.

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Daniel Ek Turned Spotify Into a Global Hit – and a Powerful Gatekeeper

Spotify founder Daniel Ek breathed new life into the music world with the Swedish streaming service, which has become virtually impossible for artists to ignore. He's taking a step back, but hopes to maintain his influence.

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NRC Handelsblad broke the news in Netherlands on Thursday, October 2, 2025.
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