David Bridges
Audio Events on LinkedIn are set to be discontinued.
In a recent announcement released this week, LinkedIn revealed plans to merge Audio Events with LinkedIn Live, leading to the cessation of the audio-only streaming feature. This shift signifies a notable change in how LinkedIn aims to engage its users with live content.
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As per the latest update, LinkedIn users will be unable to schedule any new Audio Events starting December 2. However, any Audio Events that were arranged before December 31 can continue as planned. Users must reschedule any Audio Event planned for after this date by December 15, as these events will be completely unavailable after this year, marking a significant transition in LinkedIn’s event offerings.
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LinkedIn introduced Audio Events back in 2022 as a direct response to the rising popularity of audio-focused platforms such as Twitter’s Spaces and the Clubhouse app. This feature tapped into the demand for audio-only interactions among business professionals, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic when virtual engagements soared. Clubhouse, in particular, reached a valuation of $1 billion at its peak, showcasing the immense potential of this audio trend.
Nonetheless, the audio streaming trend experienced a swift decline as the world began to recover from the pandemic, with industry dynamics shifting significantly. By 2023, Clubhouse faced substantial challenges, resulting in the company laying off half of its workforce, highlighting the volatility of the audio streaming market.
LinkedIn’s recent statement indicates that the company is simply “unifying” its Audio Events with the well-established LinkedIn Live feature. However, it’s important to note that LinkedIn Live operates differently, as it necessitates users to stream through a third-party service, which may limit some of the direct engagement that audio-only events offered.
With the discontinuation of Audio Events, LinkedIn will also phase out its native streaming options, pushing users towards utilizing external platforms for live streaming. This change may shift how professionals engage with their audiences and network on LinkedIn, emphasizing the need to adapt to these new streaming methods.
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