

What Superfans Really Want with SoundCloud CEO Eliah Seton - Trapital Summit
Dec 19, 2024
Eliah Seton, CEO of SoundCloud, has been pivotal in transforming the platform from a crisis to profitability. He discusses innovative strategies for enhancing artist-fan connections, including how smaller artists can monetize their work effectively. Seton reveals insights about the company's potential sale, the transformative role of AI in music, and emphasizes the importance of superfans. He also highlights how engaging dedicated fans can create a vibrant ecosystem for artists, rather than just extracting value from them.
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Intro
00:00 • 3min
The Evolution of SoundCloud: From Crisis to Marketplace
02:35 • 5min
Innovative Monetization in Digital Streaming
07:29 • 14min
Navigating SoundCloud's Future: Strategy, Shareholders, and Ecosystem Changes
21:39 • 4min
Future Predictions for the Music Industry and AI's Role
25:47 • 3min