A recent study conducted by tech company Pex has uncovered more than a million “manipulated” versions of tracks on popular streaming platforms like Spotify, Apple Music, and TIDAL. These altered tracks, often lacking proper licensing, involve adjustments such as speeding up or slowing down the original content. Notable instances include Lady Gaga’s ‘Bloody Mary’ with 25 million streams and Childish Gambino’s ‘Heartbeat’ with 19 million streams.
Pex reports that these unauthorized versions may be engaging in music fraud, potentially depriving rightful copyright owners of “millions” in royalties. CEO Rasty…
