Spotify allows fans to pay musicians directly

Spotify has introduced a new feature Artist Fundraising Pick that allows artists to receive "tips" or donate money to charity, TechCrunch reports. Bands can pin a badge to the top of their Spotify profile, highlighting a fundraising destination where fans can send cash. As well as fundraising for themselves, artists can give money to charity or to road crews who are out of work while tours are on hold due to COVID-19.