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Spotify Managed Accounts Expand to US and Key Markets for Family Plan Users

Spotify has expanded its Managed Accounts feature to the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, and multiple European countries. The family-focused streaming control allows parents to manage music content for children under 13 while maintaining separate listening experiences.

Spotify has significantly expanded the availability of its parent-managed accounts to key international markets including the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and several European nations. This strategic rollout follows successful pilot testing and represents Spotify’s continued commitment to family-friendly streaming options that give parents granular control over their children’s music consumption.

What Are Spotify Managed Accounts?

by Ethan Reynolds PhD
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Caterpillar Acquires RPMGlobal in $728 Million Mining Software Deal

Heavy machinery giant Caterpillar will acquire Australian mining software company RPMGlobal for A$1.12 billion ($728 million). The acquisition removes the last remaining mining software firm from ASX listings following recent industry consolidation.

Caterpillar Inc. has reached a definitive agreement to acquire Australian mining software specialist RPMGlobal Holdings Ltd for approximately A$1.12 billion ($728 million USD), marking a significant consolidation in the global mining technology sector. The deal, announced Monday, represents Caterpillar’s strategic move to strengthen its digital mining capabilities and follows the company’s initial A$5 per share offer disclosed in early September.

Transaction Details and Shareholder Impact

by Tyler Brooks P.E