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Last.fm is now independent

Music streaming service Last.fm has announced its independence after being owned by CBS Interactive and later ViacomCBS. The company will now operate as an independent entity, though specific details about the ownership transition were not disclosed. The move raises questions about the platform's future direction and potential new features.

Background

Last.fm is a music discovery service founded in 2002, known for its music recommendation system and scrobbling technology. It was acquired by CBS Interactive in 2007 and later became part of ViacomCBS through corporate restructuring.

Source
Hacker News (RSS)
Published
May 27, 2026 at 11:36 PM
Score
6.0 / 10