

Napster Heads to the Metaverse - DTNSB 4983
7 snips Mar 25, 2025
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Napster's Metaverse Move
- Napster is becoming a metaverse destination after Infinite Reality bought the brand for $207 million.
- The music service will transform into a social music platform for XR devices, offering concerts and artist interactions.
Napster's Brand Equity
- Napster's brand equity, stemming from its revolutionary impact on online music, holds potential value.
- However, its past attempts at revival raise questions about its future success in the metaverse.
Samsung Co-CEO's Passing
- Samsung co-CEO Zhang Hee-han died from a heart attack.
- Young Hyun-jun, recently appointed co-CEO, will now become the sole CEO.