We’ve heard plenty about streaming fraudsters gaming the system to pocket royalties. But what about using artificial plays to cash bets? Spotify has reportedly booted north of 500,000 fake streams from Malcolm Todd’s “Earrings” after learning of several curiously timed wagers tie…
IndustryFirst reported 4 jul, 06:00 / 1 outlet
Spotify Removes 500,000+ Malcolm Todd Plays Following ‘Suspicious’ Kalshi Wagers, Acknowledges Facing ‘Ever-Changing Stream Manipulation’ Tactics
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