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May 27, 2026 · Industry Insights

Has Tencent’s Abandonment of Exclusive Audio Rights Truly Delivered Listening Freedom?

Tencent has agreed to drop exclusive licensing for long‑form audio after regulator scrutiny, a move that frees audiobooks and podcasts across platforms, leaves music copyrights untouched, and reshapes the streaming market amid rising competition from new players.