Swedish streaming service Spotify has begin limited testing of a voice - based listening tool , which some analysts believe could lead to the company developing its own smart speakers . For the moment , they said the app allows users to search for particular genres or artists , and that it would have more features in the future . That means Spotify may be even more eager to experiment with features or strategies that could be future money-makers so that public investors see growth potential. The company is preparing for a direct listing on the New York Stock Exchange on 1 April .
Swedish streaming service Spotify has begin limited testing of a voice - based listening tool , which some analysts believe could lead to the company developing its own smart speakers . For the moment , they said the app allows users to search for particular genres or artists , and that it would have more features in the future . The company is preparing for a direct listing on the New York Stock Exchange on 1 April .