WED. BRIEF: Smart Speakers Soar • Deezer Targets Stream Rippers • Facebook UMG Examined • More Posted by December 27, 2017December 27, 2017 Leave a comment on WED. BRIEF: Smart Speakers Soar • Deezer Targets Stream Rippers • Facebook UMG Examined • More WEDNESDAY 12.27.17 Music Business News From Around The Web Updated continuously under our More News tab Related articles QUICK HITS: Henner Exits Live Nation – Bonnaroo Adds Hip Hop Stage – Alibaba Buys Ticketer Damai – More TUE. BRIEF: SoundCloud Go Adds $5 Tier – Millions In Unpaid YouTube Royalties – RIAA Wants Piracy Filters – More FRI. BRIEF: Spotify May Delay IPO – Apple Music Nabs Spotify Exec – Zuck Says He’ll Pay Creators – More The worst part of the GOP tax bill has nothing to do with the economy Top CEO Decisions That Drive Digital Transformation! 6 signs that your job is taking a toll on your mental health Corporate Accountability: How a Company Proves Its Character I wanted to recommend Google’s Pixel Buds, but I can’t – they fall short on too many promises (GOOG, GOOGL)