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    Turkish competition authority launches probe into Spotify

    Published by Global Banking and Finance Review

    Posted on September 25, 2025

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    Last updated: January 21, 2026

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    Quick Summary

    Turkey's competition authority is investigating Spotify for potential discriminatory practices and predatory pricing, focusing on algorithmic favoritism and pricing strategies.

    Table of Contents

    • Investigation Overview
    • Potential Discriminatory Practices
    • Impact on Competitors

    Turkey Investigates Spotify for Potential Discriminatory Practices

    Investigation Overview

    ISTANBUL (Reuters) -Turkey's competition authority said on Thursday that it has launched an investigation into Spotify to look into possible discriminatory practices and predatory pricing in the online music streaming market.

    Potential Discriminatory Practices

    The probe will examine whether Spotify favors certain rights holders in its algorithms, and whether its subscription pricing in Turkey is set at levels that unfairly hinder competitors and rights holders, the antitrust authority said on its website.

    Impact on Competitors

    (Reporting by Ezgi Erkoyun; Editing by Daren Butler)

    Key Takeaways

    • •Turkey's competition authority is investigating Spotify.
    • •The probe focuses on potential discriminatory practices.
    • •Spotify's pricing strategies in Turkey are under scrutiny.
    • •The investigation will assess Spotify's algorithmic favoritism.
    • •Impact on competitors and rights holders is a key concern.

    Frequently Asked Questions about Turkish competition authority launches probe into Spotify

    1What is predatory pricing?

    Predatory pricing is a strategy where a company sets prices low to eliminate competition and gain market share, often below cost.

    2What is the online music streaming market?

    The online music streaming market consists of platforms that allow users to listen to music via the internet, often through subscription services.

    3What is an algorithm?

    An algorithm is a set of rules or calculations used by computers to process data and make decisions.

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