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Deezer Announces A New Brand Identity And Logo

The company rebranded itself in time for yesterday’s Deezer Drop, a celebratory event at La Gaîté Lyrique in Paris.

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1 year ago

November 8, 2023

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After restructuring the way royalties are issued to musicians, veteran streaming platform Deezer has now reinvented itself as an “experience services platform”, along with a bold new logo and color scheme.

“We have transformed Deezer over the past two years, and today marks a key milestone as we introduce our new identity and logo while showcasing how our product is evolving into a platform where people can experience and live the music in a way that cannot be found anywhere else,” explained Jeronimo Folgueira, CEO, Deezer. “Love for music and helping people be and belong through music have always been at the heart of Deezer, and it is time for us to embark on this new journey where we reinforce that commitment to fans, artists, and partners”.

The company’s new visual profile and unique purple heart logo are said to represent the brand’s new direction. Meanwhile, Deezer is also introducing an improved user experience and design to its app, helping to inspire and empower music fans through more personalized suggestions.

“Refreshing our visual identity gives us an opportunity to tell our story in a more emotional way, connecting with music fans, artists, and strategic partners through visual cues that let people know that with Deezer, they can live the music to the fullest,” said Deezer CMO Maria Garrido. “It’s a necessary step in our evolution as a brand and as a company, ushering in a new era and empowering everyone to be and belong through music”.

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Although Deezer was once one of the originators of streaming music, the platform has lagged behind the likes of Spotify for some time. This year, Deezer is making a comeback, with a new Android Auto app and a recent partnership with telco Orange in France.

The company has also jumped on the AI bandwagon, with a new music discovery feature called Deezer Flow that can identify moods and genres and suggest new artists and tracks.

The new brand was revealed on November 7th at the celebratory Drop event at La Gaîté Lyrique in Paris.

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“AI Seal” Certification Now Required For Dubai Gov Partnerships

The new mandatory certification is designed to build trust in AI companies and create a reliable network of providers for government and public collaboration.

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25 minutes ago

January 21, 2025

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Dubai has introduced the Dubai AI Seal, a certification designed to establish trust in artificial intelligence (AI) companies and solutions. This initiative, directed by Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Deputy Prime Minister, aims to create a reliable network of AI providers which government entities and businesses can collaborate confidently.

Companies must now obtain the AI Seal to qualify for UAE or Dubai government contracts. The Dubai Centre for Artificial Intelligence (DCAI), which developed the certification, sees it as a competitive edge for companies looking to participate in key national projects. Once certified, businesses will be permitted to showcase the seal across their websites and marketing materials, signaling their credibility and dependability.

The evaluation process will consider six main criteria: the company’s services and operations, the number of employees specializing in AI, ongoing and future projects, as well as existing partnerships with public and private sector entities.

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Khalfan Belhoul, CEO of the Dubai Future Foundation, which oversees the DCAI, commented on the initiative’s potential: “This initiative will help create powerful partnerships between the public and private sectors, locally, regionally, and globally. It will help drive new economic opportunities by leveraging AI to serve better the economy, society, and the future we aspire to”.

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The Dubai AI Seal’s goals include providing a clear framework for verifying AI providers, fostering business opportunities for AI companies, and acknowledging the industry’s strategic importance to Dubai’s economy. The initiative emphasizes AI’s role in driving economic growth, creating jobs, and strengthening collaboration between government bodies and technology firms.

All technology companies operating in Dubai and offering AI-related services or products are eligible to apply for the certification at no cost through the official website.