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Spotify has introduced a new ‘Verified by Spotify’ badge to help users identify authentic human artists amidst a surge in AI-generated music on streaming platforms. Marked by a light green checkmark, this badge will appear on artist profiles and in search results, signifying that an artist has met Spotify’s standards for authenticity, including sustained listener engagement and adherence to platform rules. This initiative aims to enhance transparency and trust in the music industry as AI-generated tracks continue to increase. At launch, over 99% of artists actively searched by listeners will be verified, with the rollout happening on an ongoing basis. This move comes amid industry concerns about the growing presence of AI content, with competitors like Deezer also reporting high levels of synthetic tracks.