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WASHINGTON, Dec 31 ― Amazon said yesterday it signed a deal to acquire the hit podcast production firm Wondery, in a move which boosts the US tech giant's efforts to round out its offerings from its music platform. Wondery, which produces popular podcasts such as “Dirty John,” “Dr....

Podcasts have boomed in popularity in recent years, with people tuning in to hear compelling real or scripted stories as well as interviews. ― IStock.com/AFP pic

Wondery, which produces popular podcasts such as “Dirty John,” “Dr. Death,” and “The Shrink Next Door,” will be incorporated into Amazon Music, which is ramping up its efforts to compete with rivals like Spotify and began offering podcasts earlier this year. “Wondery is an innovative podcast publisher with a track record of creating and producing top-rated podcasts that entertain and educate listeners.”

The deal, which has not yet been finalised, will allow Amazon Music subscribers to listen to Wondery podcasts through a variety of providers, an Amazon statement said.

 

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