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One of the most impactful tools our team uses for business development is the PR FAQ. Haven't heard of it? Read the latest update from our Co-CEO, Andrew Batey: In his post, he covers: 🎵 how Beatdapp uses PR FAQs to dive deep into partnerships (integrations, business development, etc.) 🎵 how it helps identify the end-state (clearly) and work backwards to answer questions for various departments. 🎵 how it minimizes internal work and help teams internalize their initiative. Read his full post here: https://lnkd.in/gJeK5Pu #product #marketing #startups

🎄 Holiday Cheers from the Beatdapp Team! 🎁 Last week, we closed out the year in true Beatdapp fashion—with laughs, surprises, and the whole team under one roof! 🎉 From a festive holiday party to a hilariously unpredictable white elephant gift exchange, and even our final AMA of 2024, we wrapped up the year on a high note. As we look ahead to 2025, we’re grateful for the incredible year we’ve had and the amazing people we get to work with every day. Thank you to our partners, clients, and supporters for being part of our journey. Wishing you all a joyful holiday season and a new year filled with success, connection, and of course, great music! 🎶 Here’s to more innovation, less fraud, and a thriving music industry in 2025. 🥂 Happy Holidays from all of us at Beatdapp!

🚨 Distributors Are Being Used as Pipelines for Fraud Fraudsters are getting smarter—and distributors are a prime target. By spreading fraudulent uploads across multiple distribution platforms, bad actors make it harder to detect and stop their schemes. They’re not relying on just one distributor; they’re using many to ensure there’s no single point of failure. The scale of the problem is staggering. ➡️ Over the past few months we’ve seen 50+ distributors on the platforms we monitor where more than 50% of their streams are fraudulent. ➡️ In some cases, it’s as high as 89%. ➡️ These fraudsters upload tracks, generate streams through bots, stolen accounts, and other methods, siphoning revenue away from artists, managers, and legitimate stakeholders. And this isn’t limited to small-scale players. Our work spans trillions of streams across many streaming services. The issue impacts the entire supply pipeline—artists, managers, distributors, and labels alike. 🎧 Why should distributors care? Fraud doesn’t just steal revenue. It can damage a distributor’s reputation, lead to clawbacks from DSPs, and even expose companies to legal and regulatory risks. Fraudulent streams undermine the trust distributors have worked hard to build with partners and artists alike. 💡 What’s the solution? Distributors need tools that provide visibility across platforms to detect fraud effectively and proactively. With the right solutions, fraud detection becomes a strength—not a liability. At Beatdapp, we’re here to help. Together, we can close these fraud pipelines and protect the industry’s future 🎵 Catch the full presentation here for more information: https://lnkd.in/ggXSRJ-f

Why Should Streaming Fraud Be Someone Else’s Problem? The reality of the music industry is this: fraud affects everyone. From labels to streaming platforms, distributors to artists, it’s a universal problem. Yet, identifying and mitigating fraud isn’t the core mission of these stakeholders. Their focus should be on creating and delivering amazing music, not sifting through the muck of fraudulent streams. That’s where third-party expertise comes in. At Beatdapp, we live for this work. Fraud detection isn’t a one-time fix—it’s a constant battle. And we’re here to fight it every day, so platforms and labels don’t have to. By outsourcing this challenge to dedicated fraud detection experts: 🎧 Platforms save money—no need for costly internal fraud teams. 🎤 Teams stay focused on their primary mission: serving artists and fans. 📊 Industry-wide trust grows with an impartial, data-driven approach. Fraud impacts royalties, rankings, and reputations. It distorts the music landscape, hurting honest artists and businesses alike. But we’re here to change that, ensuring the integrity of streaming remains intact for as long as music exists. Let’s make fraud one less thing the music industry has to worry about—so it can do what it does best. 💡 What do you think? How should the industry prioritize fraud detection? Catch the full discussion here: https://lnkd.in/gJtws45S

🔍 Who’s Really Behind Streaming Fraud? "We're all fighting this ghost, and everyone's looking at each other, saying, 'it's not us.' I'm telling you, after seeing all the data and analyzing over 4 trillion streams this year, it is not the music industry that's doing this. These are outside threats, stealing everyone’s money." – Andrew Batey on HARMAN International Audio Talks Podcast. Streaming fraud isn’t just a nuisance—it’s a billion-dollar heist affecting us all. External bad actors are exploiting the system with bot farms, stolen accounts, and algorithm manipulation, diverting revenue away from honest artists and labels. 🎵 The impact? Revenue loss for creators and stakeholders Distorted charts, undermining credibility. Eroded trust across the entire music ecosystem. This isn’t just a problem for the music industry—it’s a call to action. At Beatdapp, we’re fighting back. Our advanced fraud detection tools are designed to protect artists, ensure fair royalties, and restore the integrity of streaming. 💡 Ready to learn more? Catch the full conversation here: https://lnkd.in/ge7zVg_f #Beatdapp #StreamingFraud #MusicIntegrity #HarmanAudioTalks

"If I want to drive a million plays for myself, for fraud, I'm probably driving 30 to 50 million plays for other artists. And all of those streams change the ProRata pool for how you're paid out, which dramatically impacts your net revenue in the supply chain." Fraud doesn’t just steal streams—it distorts the entire ecosystem, impacting how artists are paid and reshaping industry economics. Want to learn more about the effects of streaming fraud? 🕵️ Watch Andrew Batey’s full presentation from All That Matters Singapore for real-life case studies and actionable insights: https://lnkd.in/ggXSRJ-f #StreamingFraud #FairRoyalties #Beatdapp

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💬 “Millions of people's accounts are being stolen, whether they know it or not. And not just your username and password, they actually have malware on your computer to completely control your devices. So even if you change your username and password, they still have control. And there's millions of these available for bad actors on almost every platform. This is a systemic issue across the entire industry” 🎧 Listen to Andrew Batey’s latest podcast with Music Tectonics to hear real stories from the frontlines and discover how we’re addressing these challenges head-on: https://lnkd.in/gf74U_XF #StreamingFraud #MusicIndustry #FairRoyalties #Beatdapp

We're excited to be back at the Trust & Safety in Music Symposium, diving into streaming fraud and cybersecurity with industry experts. Curious about the latest insights and practical solutions shaping the future of music streaming? Join us on January 9th!

Streaming fraud isn’t just a tech issue—it’s a career threat ⚠️ Artists and rights holders deserve to be protected from the growing wave of streaming fraud that distorts royalties and damages reputations. This recent Hypebot article dives into the ins and outs of streaming fraud, how it happens, and—most importantly—how artists can protect themselves. 🔍 From bot streams to click farms, the fraudulent practices outlined here highlight just how critical it is to have the right tools and knowledge in place. At Beatdapp, we’re proud to stand at the forefront of the fight against fraud, helping ensure the music industry remains fair and sustainable for all. Check out the article for actionable advice and a deeper look at the issue: https://lnkd.in/e_pnhtvY #StreamingFraud #MusicIntegrity #FairPlay #ArtistsFirst