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First Streaming Fraud Case : A Musician Alleged $10 Million Scam

Inside the first case of music-streaming fraud in the U.S., where prosecutors say musician Mike Smith used bots to earn millions in fake royalties.

Source rollingstone.com AI Summary Updated January 22, 2026

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Inside the first case of music-streaming fraud in the U.S., where prosecutors say musician Mike Smith used bots to earn millions in fake royalties.

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