SoundCloud
Coverage of SoundCloud in the Nexus archive.
- Less Is More: Why Audio on SoundCloud Looks Different
SoundCloud has begun low-pass filtering its AAC transcodings to reduce high-frequency audio content, altering the visual representation of waveforms. This change aims to optimize audio delivery by minimizing bandwidth and storage requirements without significantly impacting perceived quality.
- DJ shot to death in Bronx neighborhood with surge of murders this year
A 29-year-old DJ was fatally shot near a Bronx nightclub on July 16, 2026, in an area experiencing a 166.7% surge in murders year-to-date. Detectives are seeking two men as persons of interest, with no arrests made yet.
- Deezer built a tool to call out AI music — even on rival streaming platforms
Deezer launched a free AI music detection tool that scans playlists on its platform and competitors like Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube Music, and SoundCloud to identify AI-generated tracks. The tool detects unique audio signals in AI music, with Deezer reporting 44% of new tracks uploaded to its platform are AI-generated but receive minimal streams. The company aims to promote transparency in the music industry as AI-generated content faces declining consumer interest and suspected fraudulent activity.