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Taylor Swift, Bad Bunny And Others May Vanish From TikTok, Feb 1st As Licensing Dispute Boils Over

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TIKTOK: Universal Music Group, representing artists such as Taylor Swift, Drake, Adele, Bad Bunny, and Billie Eilish, has announced that its music would no longer be available on TikTok after a licencing agreement between the two parties expired.

UMG stated that it has not agreed to the terms of a new arrangement with the company and intends to suspend licencing content from the artists it represents on the ByteDance-owned social media platform and TikTok Music services.

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Taylor Swift, Bad Bunny And Others May Vanish From TikTok As Licensing Dispute Boils Over

The licencing arrangement between UMG and TikTok has ended as of Wednesday.

In a statement to artists and songwriters on Tuesday, UMG stated that it has pressed the company on three issues: “appropriate compensation for our artists and songwriters, protecting human artists from the harmful effects of AI, and online safety for it’s users.”

UMG stated that the company suggested paying its artists and songwriters at a fraction of the rate other major social platforms paid and that the company accounts for just approximately 1% of its total revenue.

“Ultimately, TikTok is trying to build a music-based business without paying fair value for the music,” UMG stated.

TikTok responded to UMG’s concerns, stating it had struck ‘artist-first’ agreements with every other label and publisher.

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Taylor Swift, Bad Bunny And Others May Vanish From TikTok As Licensing Dispute Boils Over

“Clearly, Universal’s self-serving actions are not in the best interests of artists, songwriters and fans,” the founder of TikTok remarked.

However, Universal Song described the new technology as a potential danger to musicians and stated that the company is building tools to permit, promote, and encourage AI song creation. UMG filed a complaint claiming that the platform was “demanding a contractual right which would allow this content to massively dilute the royalty pool for human artists, in a move that is nothing short of sponsoring artist replacement by AI.”

UMG also expressed concerns about the app’s safety. UMG is dissatisfied with the company’s efforts to address what it claims is hate speech, intolerance, bullying, and harassment. It stated that removing problematic content from TikTok is a “monumentally laborious and inefficient process, ” equating to the digital equivalent of “Whack-a-Mole.”

UMG stated that it offered that TikTok takes procedures comparable to those used by some of its other social media platform partners but was initially received with indifference, followed by intimidation.

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Taylor Swift, Bad Bunny And Others May Vanish From TikTok As Licensing Dispute Boils Over

“As our negotiations continued, the company attempted to bully us into accepting a deal worth less than the previous deal, far less than fair market value and not reflective of their exponential growth,” UMG stated. “How did it attempt to intimidate us? By deleting the music of a few of our emerging artists while retaining our audience-driving worldwide stars on the platform.”

According to the company, Universal Music prioritises “their own greed above the interests of their artists and songwriters.”

SOURCE – (AP)

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Streaming of iBOMMA Telugu Movies Surges in Canada

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iBOMMA Telugu Movies have emerged not only as a leader, but as one of the most important platforms for streaming Telugu movies in Canada
Check out the upcoming release dates for all Telugu films.

In recent years, iBOMMA Telugu Movies have emerged not only as a leader, but as one of the most important platforms for streaming Telugu movies in Canada. In the midst of the increase in the international establishment of streaming services in the western sphere.

This rapid expansion of  Telugu Movies can also be seen in the demand for regional content due to the increasing South Asian population within Canada.

The growth of the iBOMMA platform makes sense as there is a large population of Telugu speakers in Canada. The growing South Asian population in cities like Toronto, Vancouver, Calgary and others has aided in the diversification of the market and similar platforms.

“Between 2013 and 2023, Indians immigrating to Canada rose from 32,828 to 139,715, an increase of 326%,” according to Forbes.

Indian enrollment at Canadian universities rose more than 5,800% in the last two decades, from 2,181 in 2000 to 128,928 in 2021, an increase of 126,747 students.

Between 2016 and 2019, Indian international students enrolled in U.S. universities dropped by 13% but increased by 182% at Canadian universities. Diplomatic issues between India and Canada have reduced Indian student visa approvals in the short term.

International student enrollment at Canadian universities rose from 62,223 in 2000 to 400,521 in 2021, increasing by 544%, according to the NFAP analysis. International student enrollment in America increased by 45% between 2000 and 2021.

Due to the increase in Telugu speaking people in Canada, streaming services for Telugu Canadians have shifted focus from entertainment to a tool to maintain their culture. With iBOMMA and its peers, they are able to stay in touch with a piece of their motherland while adapting to the realities of life in the Great White North.

Telugu cinema has started to grow in popularity outside of India, with several recent classics gradually starting to become of interest to the general populace. RRR and Kantara are among a slew of movies that are now finding success on a global stage, thus generating interest in films originating from the region.

This has in turn brought new customers onto iBOMMA Telugu Movies and introduced the platform to a whole new demographic of non Telugu – speakers.

In Canada these blockbusters have sparked some discussions and fans expressing their excitement on social media. The buzz around such films has often caused an increase in searches for options to stream the film, with iBOMMA Telugu Movies being a top.

Up Coming iBOMMA Telugu Movies for 2025

Movie Release Date
Game Changer Jan 10, 2025
Vidaamuyarchi Jan 10, 2025
Daaku Maharaaj Jan 12, 2025
Sankranthiki Vasthunnam Jan 14, 2025
Thandel Feb 07, 2025
Laila Feb 14, 2025
#K10 Feb 2025
Robinhood Feb 2025
L2E (Dub) March 27, 2025
Hari Hara Veera Mallu Part 1 March 28, 2025
VD12 March 28, 2025
JACK April 10, 2025
Ghaati April 18, 2025
Kannappa April 25, 2025
HIT 3 May 01, 2025
The Raja Saab Summer 2025
Thug Life (Dub) June 5, 2025
Kantara Chapter 1 Oct 02, 2025
#NTRNeel Jan 09, 2026
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj (dub) Jan 21, 2027
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Superman 2025 Trailer Drops With Great Fanfare

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James Gunn's next film, Superman 2025, has its first teaser trailer, which dropped on Thursday

James Gunn’s next film, Superman 2025, has its first teaser trailer, which dropped on Thursday. It gives DC fans their first look at David Corenswet’s Superman, AKA Clark Kent and Lois Lane.

Before its release, DC Studios unveiled a Superman 2025 enamel pin on Monday featuring a revamped Corenswet in her superhero costume and an updated depiction of Pierce Brosnahan’s daring reporter on Wednesday.

In 2025, Superman fans will be able to enjoy Gunn’s new storytelling, a new main actor, and more character development. Many are also curious about whether Superman will face Ultraman.

The preview opens with Superman, battered and bloodied, crash-landing in a desolate, icy scene. His canine sidekick, Krypto, also known as Super Dog, rushes to his aid after he has visions of himself as Clark in the Daily Planet office and at his parents’ house.

The trailer offers few storyline details, aside from the involvement of a fire-breathing dragon and the shaved-head Nicholas Hoult as Lex Luthor. It seems that Superman 2025 also attracts the ire of the general public; one irate citizen even beaned him on the back of the head with a throwaway cup.

After revealing his grand vision for the newly formed DCU in 2023, Gunn’s film—originally named Superman: Legacy—would serve as the prequel to a trilogy dubbed Chapter One: Gods and Monsters. The sequels will feature films centred around Supergirl, Clayface, and Swamp Thing.

Krypto Appears in Superman 2025

Despite living among other super-beings, Gunn noted that Corenswet’s Superman can stand on Earth due to his devotion and honesty.

In addition to his enormous stronghold that emerges from the ground, Superman possesses a flying dog and battles enormous creatures. The director praised Superman in his film for bringing elements from the comics and mythology that fans have been missing from the superhero franchise.

He may have done it again with Krypto, this time with a take that challenges the canine stereotype of a muscular, well-groomed hero.

 

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More than anything else, this one appears to be a rescue operation. According to Gunn, the dog that steals the show in the trailer isn’t the greatest. You’re missing out on much of Krypto’s depth in this trailer.

According to Gunn, “it’s a movie about kindness” when asked about the film’s themes.

In the 2025 teaser for Superman, Superman only says, “Take me home,” and whispers Krypto’s name. John Williams’s iconic score from the Christopher Reeve films gets a modern update to underscore the video.

Superman 2025, the first solo film starring Superman since 2013’s Man of Steel, opens on July 11, and a lot is riding on it.

The property is the foundation for the ambitious plans of DC Studios co-chiefs Gunn and Peter Safran, who were appointed to re-invent DC by Warner Bros. Discovery CEO David Zaslav. Their plans include an entire universe of television shows and films.

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iBomma Telugu Movies Are Gaining Popularity in Canada

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Subtitles have made Telugu movies available to non-Telugu-speaking Canadians

iBomma, an online portal offering Telugu movies, has found unexpected development in Canada. Many Indio-Canadians are streaming foreign films, enticed by the genre-blending nature of Telugu films.

Telugu-speaking immigrants make up a sizable proportion of Canada’s South Asian population. Telugu films provide these people with a link to their birthplace.

Platforms such as iBomma allow users to quickly access the most recent releases without waiting for DVDs or other means of distribution.

Platforms such as Reddit, Instagram, and WhatsApp have helped iBomma gain popularity. Fans frequently post free movie links or discuss future Telugu releases, generating buzz. This word-of-mouth marketing attracts additional users to sites like iBomma, increasing Canadian viewership.

Telugu Movies Display India Culture

Social influencers have also had an impact. This increased enthusiasm is seen in YouTube channels evaluating Telugu movies and Instagram clips showing Tollywood dance numbers. Many consumers watch Telugu films on their mobile devices, reducing the need for traditional cable subscriptions.

Furthermore, subtitles have made Telugu movies available to non-Telugu-speaking Canadians. With English as the primary language in Canada, this function allows for a more seamless watching experience. The global enthusiasm for Indian regional cinema is growing, and Canada has emerged as a surprising hotbed for cultural interchange.

Apps and platforms that cater to certain hobbies, such as Telugu films, are here to stay, assuming they strike the correct balance.

iBomma’s success in Canada demonstrates Telugu cinema’s global appeal. These films have won the hearts of Canadians with their fascinating storylines, relatable emotions, and jaw-dropping action.

While debates about legality and piracy continue, iBomma’s contribution to propagating Telugu Movie culture worldwide is obvious. Whether it’s a blockbuster like Pushpa 2 or a lesser indie treasure, platforms like iBomma take localized stories worldwide.

As Canadians continue to discover the enchantment of Tollywood, one thing is clear: language and distance cannot limit great storytelling.

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