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Spotify Adopts HLS for Video Podcast Distribution
In a surprising move, Spotify, a direct rival to Apple, is adopting Apple's HTTP Live Streaming (HLS) technology to power its video podcast distribution, with one hosting partner already reporting a 3
Tara Collins·May 14, 2026
Content Creation
Spotify adopts Apple's HLS for video podcast distribution
In an unexpected move, Spotify, long a fierce rival to Apple in audio, announced it will adopt Apple's HTTP Live Streaming (HLS) technology for its video podcasts.
Tara Collins·May 14, 2026