YouTube streaming data returns to Billboard charts, ending major disagreement
Summary
Billboard charts will once again incorporate YouTube streaming data starting in 2027. This decision follows adjustments to the chart's formula that increase the emphasis on free music streams supported by advertisements.
YouTube will resume sharing streaming data with Billboard in 2027 after changes to the chart formula give more weight to free, ad-supported music streams.
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