TechCrunch Daily Crunch Spotify now has half a million video podcasts
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Nov 5, 2025 The podcast dives into Spotify's impressive growth, boasting nearly 500,000 video podcasts and increased user engagement through new social features. Anthropic reveals a bold revenue forecast, projecting $70 billion by 2028 fueled by B2B partnerships. Plus, Netflix is reportedly in discussions to license exclusive video podcasts from iHeartMedia, hinting at a shake-up for YouTube. Quick updates on startups also keep listeners informed about the latest in tech business.
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Host's VPN Demo Unlocks Streaming Titles
- Imran Shaikh describes using ExpressVPN to change online location and access region-locked streaming content.
- He recounts tapping Australia in the app, refreshing the service, and finding new shows instantly.
Video Podcasts Fuel Spotify Engagement
- Spotify's video podcast catalog has grown to nearly 500,000 shows and reached over 390 million unique viewers.
- Video podcasts now drive doubled user time with Spotify and boost cross-platform distribution strategies.
Ambitious Revenue Projections For Anthropic
- Anthropic projects as much as $70 billion revenue and $17 billion cash flow by 2028 driven by model access sales.
- The firm expects rapid ARR expansion, targeting $9B by 2025 and $20–26B by 2026.