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Trapital Report 2023

This is our second annual report! The pandemic is behind us, and so are the zero interest rate phenomena that came with it. Fortunately, that has led to better opportunities, important trends, and we broke them all down in this year’s report.

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What Taylor Swift’s Return to TikTok Means for Universal Music Group

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What Taylor Swift’s Return to TikTok Means for Universal Music Group

YouTube’s Impact on Music

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December 1, 2023

YouTube’s Impact on Music

Napster's Impact on Music and Culture

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September 1, 2023

Napster's Impact on Music and Culture

Def Jam Recordings: A 40-Year Legacy

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