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Dan Runcie
SoundCloud’s Big Bet for the AI Era
37 minutes Posted Apr 21, 2026 at 9:43 pm.
Update on a Potential Sale
How SoundCloud is Structured Today
AI Principles
Financial Health and Profitability
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SoundCloud is at a turning point, and CEO Eliah Seton takes us inside the strategy shaping its future.
In this conversation, we break down how SoundCloud evolved into a two-sided marketplace for artists and fans, why it moved on from potential sales, how it's embracing AI, and doubling down on the moves that work best for both creators and fans.
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