importantSYS.SOURCE: TechCrunch• 2026-07-22T19:42:56Z
SoundCloud Acquires Nina Protocol, Decentralized Music Platform, Post-Shutdown
SoundCloud acquired decentralized music platform Nina Protocol after its shutdown, integrating its editorial archive and genre map to expand artist support. The deal follows SoundCloud's 2022 AI music acquisition, signaling growth into a broader independent artist platform.
SoundCloud has acquired decentralized music platform Nina Protocol, months after the startup announced it would shut down. The deal brings Nina’s artists, editorial archive, and music discovery tools to SoundCloud as the company continues expanding its platform for independent musicians.
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